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who says pitbulls are bad dogs
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marissa.mara
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Personally, I don't think I would ever own a Am. Staff/ APBT, just personal preference, not really a fan of the breed. Maybe a mix.
Around here we have more "American Bulldogs" than actual properly bred dogs. They are these oversized dogs that are prone to horrible medical conditions. They are short but broad shouldered. And even if they aren't faught they compete in weight pulling. They are solely for status. It's awful to see. So many people own them without knowing how to properly train them. They are born with prong/ shock collars on and are tossed and tugged around straight out if the womb.
My dog, Hunter is a Catahoula and Shepherd mix and he is the most hard headed and smartest dog I have ever had the pleasure of working with. He learns quickly and teaches himself tricks (like opening doors). He has learned more than I ever thought my pathetic little shelter dog could. Problem is, he is dog aggressive. He is in his butthead teenage stage and insists on challenging every dog on the street. I have talked to doctors and trainers and he has made progress. I actually began taking a class with one of the Vick dog trainers that specialized in Pit dog aggression. Do I ever think he will break his hard headed streak? I hope so. I planned on teaching him to be a service dog for myself. Which dog aggression is a huge setback.
My dog was under socialized as a young dog. He was in shelters from 3 months to 9 months and had no real training. I love him to death but I'd be lieing if I claimed to never get annoyed by his behavior.
My non pit/ pit mix who is incredibly intelligent and loyal is a dog aggressive but head. I think it's a combination of his breeds and social life.
I have done a lot of research on training him and while I'm not an exper I have a pretty good idea of what I'm doing. Which many dog owners don't take the time or effort or money to do, many those with breeds that need a lot of work.
I would rather ban the people who dress their dogs in heavy chains, train them to attack and not care for them. I would much rather see them not allowed to live in certain areas.
Around here we have more "American Bulldogs" than actual properly bred dogs. They are these oversized dogs that are prone to horrible medical conditions. They are short but broad shouldered. And even if they aren't faught they compete in weight pulling. They are solely for status. It's awful to see. So many people own them without knowing how to properly train them. They are born with prong/ shock collars on and are tossed and tugged around straight out if the womb.
My dog, Hunter is a Catahoula and Shepherd mix and he is the most hard headed and smartest dog I have ever had the pleasure of working with. He learns quickly and teaches himself tricks (like opening doors). He has learned more than I ever thought my pathetic little shelter dog could. Problem is, he is dog aggressive. He is in his butthead teenage stage and insists on challenging every dog on the street. I have talked to doctors and trainers and he has made progress. I actually began taking a class with one of the Vick dog trainers that specialized in Pit dog aggression. Do I ever think he will break his hard headed streak? I hope so. I planned on teaching him to be a service dog for myself. Which dog aggression is a huge setback.
My dog was under socialized as a young dog. He was in shelters from 3 months to 9 months and had no real training. I love him to death but I'd be lieing if I claimed to never get annoyed by his behavior.
My non pit/ pit mix who is incredibly intelligent and loyal is a dog aggressive but head. I think it's a combination of his breeds and social life.
I have done a lot of research on training him and while I'm not an exper I have a pretty good idea of what I'm doing. Which many dog owners don't take the time or effort or money to do, many those with breeds that need a lot of work.
I would rather ban the people who dress their dogs in heavy chains, train them to attack and not care for them. I would much rather see them not allowed to live in certain areas.
SMALLZBULLYS
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i have rescued many dogs and yes some of them were dog aggressive. all of the dogs that have cropped ears on my page were bought after they had already had their ears cropped also my dogs with the cropped ears do better in shows then the ones that don't.this is a problem with danes also that the cropped dogs do better then the ones that don't have them cropped.the chains on my dogs are choke chains and the tie out that they are on is a small link chain the smallest i could find. the dogs are on the tie out when we are out in the front yard almost all the time they are running in my back yard all together.i have an half an acre fenced in so they can run.the dogs that the people took they were after a white dog there are not very many white pits around where i live. they where not taking them to be fought.i been working with with other law enforcement agencies to find fighting rings so far we have saved about 70 dogs all dogs were found homes and none were put down.when i sell my pups i screen the owners most of the time all you have to do is talk to them for a while and they will say something stupid about wanting a guard dog or a fighting dog.we also take our pits to the schools and other events to educate people on the bred.
ceduke
Female Wiccan Heretic!!
Marissa, you're referring to American Bullies I think. American Bulldogs are a different, legitimate breed. 
American Bullies on the other hand, are another fad designer breed (like schnoodles *GAG*), and are basically bred specifically to die young of horrible joint problems. Giant bodies on stick legs FTW!
American Bullies on the other hand, are another fad designer breed (like schnoodles *GAG*), and are basically bred specifically to die young of horrible joint problems. Giant bodies on stick legs FTW!
Michael823
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Marissa, your dog sounds kind of like mine. I have done years of training, and spent a lot of time working with professionals in order to stop her dog aggression. I to got her with the hopes of having a service type dog to take everywhere, and the aggression really makes that difficult. It is a very difficult behavior to stop, but focus only on the progress you've made, and realize that you are doing the best possible thing by helping train the dog.
I don't think my dog will ever be the type of dog that can be taken to a dog park off leash, but I love everything about her, and couldn't be happier with her. She also teaches herself tricks, opening the doors, fridge, etc... And she is super intelligent when it comes to training as well.
Small Bullies, it sounds like you love your dogs, and I meant no offense in my post. I just see Pit Bulls with cropped ears, large chains, etc... And understand this is the reasoning behind public fear. Some people name their dogs to sound intimidating, or actually go out of their way to encourage aggression as a symbol of their own status. For me, owning a German Shepherd with dog aggression, I don't see how people are proud of it (not that you are). I have spent endless hours and resources trying to curb those behavior problems, and for people to try to create those problems is beyond me. I don't have to talk my GSD up to look tough, I don't feel the need, and would rather people see her for the sweet dog she is.
Sad video Nanci, I think Vick has served his time, but that won't ever change my disgust in him. I saw this show called DogTown, and they helped some of the Vick dogs. They seemed like sweet dogs too, it is so sad that people didn't encourage their natural well behaved temperament.
I don't think my dog will ever be the type of dog that can be taken to a dog park off leash, but I love everything about her, and couldn't be happier with her. She also teaches herself tricks, opening the doors, fridge, etc... And she is super intelligent when it comes to training as well.
Small Bullies, it sounds like you love your dogs, and I meant no offense in my post. I just see Pit Bulls with cropped ears, large chains, etc... And understand this is the reasoning behind public fear. Some people name their dogs to sound intimidating, or actually go out of their way to encourage aggression as a symbol of their own status. For me, owning a German Shepherd with dog aggression, I don't see how people are proud of it (not that you are). I have spent endless hours and resources trying to curb those behavior problems, and for people to try to create those problems is beyond me. I don't have to talk my GSD up to look tough, I don't feel the need, and would rather people see her for the sweet dog she is.
Sad video Nanci, I think Vick has served his time, but that won't ever change my disgust in him. I saw this show called DogTown, and they helped some of the Vick dogs. They seemed like sweet dogs too, it is so sad that people didn't encourage their natural well behaved temperament.
animalhouse
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marissa.mara
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Marissa, you're referring to American Bullies I think. American Bulldogs are a different, legitimate breed.
Gah! You're right! But, you know what I mean! Expecially in San Jose and Oakland, it's awful.
Its great that you have worked with your dog instead of just giving up on her. So many people don't want the commitment or responsibility.
Hunter's aggression is that he is more fearful, I think. We can be on leash and he and another dog are just sniffing and he decides to snap.
And just to show him off...
Michael823
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He looks great Marissa, I love his markings.
My dog Ciana has unique dog aggression as well, it's not viscous, more snarling and barking. She has gotten away from me before on leash, and she approaches the dog very boldly, but doesn't make contact or fight. It sounds awful the way she snarls, but I don't consider her a dangerous dog by any means.
Giving up was never an option, and I deplore those who do treat dogs like a throw away. For me it was more of an unexpected challenge, rather than a road block. I love her to death, so giving up her would be like giving up on myself.
I have also had wonderful help from the trainer I most often worked with, and because of this I have even become interested in training dogs myself. It sounds really rewarding, and my trainer said that I would most likely do very well because of how I work with Ciana.
It's all positive reinforcement training too, another reason why Pit Bulls have problems is because more people use more Neanderthal techniques on them, such as prong collars, shock collars, chokers, verbal or physical abuse or intimidation, etc... I have to be firm with my dog at times, but never cross the line, and always reward the good behavior.
Good luck to you and your dog though, it's very nice to see someone working hard, and properly training their dog.
My dog Ciana has unique dog aggression as well, it's not viscous, more snarling and barking. She has gotten away from me before on leash, and she approaches the dog very boldly, but doesn't make contact or fight. It sounds awful the way she snarls, but I don't consider her a dangerous dog by any means.
Giving up was never an option, and I deplore those who do treat dogs like a throw away. For me it was more of an unexpected challenge, rather than a road block. I love her to death, so giving up her would be like giving up on myself.
I have also had wonderful help from the trainer I most often worked with, and because of this I have even become interested in training dogs myself. It sounds really rewarding, and my trainer said that I would most likely do very well because of how I work with Ciana.
It's all positive reinforcement training too, another reason why Pit Bulls have problems is because more people use more Neanderthal techniques on them, such as prong collars, shock collars, chokers, verbal or physical abuse or intimidation, etc... I have to be firm with my dog at times, but never cross the line, and always reward the good behavior.
Good luck to you and your dog though, it's very nice to see someone working hard, and properly training their dog.
