I believe all dogs can get along just fine. If you get a pit bull you will have to take extra procautions but it could still work out. For one you would have to get a pit bull from a great reputable breeder where you know the dogs all have sweet temperments. Second you have to properly raise and train the pitbull puppy. You must teach it to have a soft mouth. This means that if the occasion shall arise as to where an accident happens and the dog reacts by biting, you know he won't do much damage as he was taught to have a soft mouth. You also need to teach them to be gentle around smaller dogs.
When we first got Daisy our border collie mix, she thought the small dogs were toys for her to play with. But we raised her up right and trained her and now she is the most gentle dog with them. She has even learned to look down where she steps so she doesn't accidently step on them. And she has learned to play gently with them although I am not sure they play so gently with her,lol. But we still never leave her alone with them, you just don't what could happen when you are not there. They should always be supervised.
So it can be done but it is going to be alot of hard work. I would only suggest doing it, if you have had several dogs in the past and know how to properly raise them and train them. Or I would get a personal trainer that could help you with the puppy. I definately wouldn't suggest it for inexperienced dog owners. You have to be extra cautious with any big dog and a small dog. Whether it be a pitbull or a lab or a great dane. Each has the potential to seriously hurt a yorkie very easily. It is the training that will make the difference. |