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chows either. i personally wouldn't get a pit just cause of the stories i have heard. and i love my human babies more than dogs. i can always get another dog.. i can't replace my babies. but to each his own. they seem sweet enough... kind of goofy even. is it also that if you raise them with other dogs as puppies their temperment is calmer and more sweet as far as other dogs go? or is that just wishful thinking!? ;) cause if Moon (my sister's pit) doesn't calm her tail down she is not allowed over anymore!!! |
To everyone that posted..........I value everyone opinions and have read ALL OF THEM.........I will carefully take into consideration everyone thoughts and in the end I will do what is best for me, my husband, and Bailey. Your statements helped me out a bunch! :) And I know everyone is only trying to state whats best....Thanks Again :thumbup: |
Adie finished her first classes at Petsmart just before Christmas and there were three pit bulls in the class with her. All three had trouble keeping their eyes off of her and I can't say their expressions were friendly. One of the owners had to constantly be reminded to pay attention to his dog. His dog had Adie's head in his mouth TWICE! I was petrified both times because I know how powerful those jaws are. This was a 6 month old dog! The instructor is a bully fan and works for the pit bull rescues. Even she was concerned. I'm not telling you what your decision should be but I did want to tell you about our experience. Good luck. |
This is endless This is a discussion that can go on and on and on. I personally, think ANY dog can be vicious. In my lifetime I have come across more mean smaller dogs than bigger dogs. Of course no one thinks twice about them though, because they really can't do any damage. It's like getting hit by a small cavalier or a hummer...what's going to do more damage? Pitbulls have gotten a bad rap, but not all are bad. Just like I learned not all small dogs are mean little ankle biters, I wish more people would realize that not every pitbull is going to maul a person if they get a chance. I really do feel bad for this breed :( I think it all depends on the lines that the dogs come from. I don't think it's fair to hate a whole breed and want to ban it because of some who got breed when they shouldn't have been, and ended up in the hands of the wrong owners. |
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I really want to like them but I swear their the one dog that just turns me into a statue. But in their defense - I don't think enough people treat them as well as they should and their natural agression just comes out. My uncles pitt was such a big baby - I didn't know to be scared of him back then and really had no reason to be. I'd hate to see a breed banned though. BUT - then again - if my child ormy yorkies ware attacked :( :( knock on wood....(Man I sound like my mother with that one) ......I don't know how I'd feel.:( |
I forgot to say a couple of things....:rolleyes: I am a mail carrier and I can tell you from experience of 10 years, that the smaller dogs are worse that the big dogs for biting...but every dog will protect its property, even my yorkies will go nuts if they hear someone outside, second If you going to get a big dog no matter what breed you need to get it trained...I had Max professional trained, which I went out on 4 times a week and was trained with him but he stayed there for a month and is going back for more training...The reason being, I put him in dog obedience class and he did really good, but I realized to have a dog of his size and reputation, because they are very protective of there family, I was going to have to get professional help, cause I would hate to see him bite anyone...So if you do decide to get one look into all the avenues you need to do for you and your boyfriend and yorkie, only you can make the right decision for your family...:) |
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BTW I don't think anyone meant you were being rude -- it was another's booing and sarcasm that was being referred to. I had a couple of people very nicely disagree with my opinion on this. No problem. We just won't all agree on this issue or a dozen others. But I am only the boss of me -- and not even that if Ben and Sadie are on a tear -- lol -- so good luck in your own deliberations! You should hear my house around election time -- we have a mixed marriage -- a Democrat and a Republican -- and somehow we respect each other through it all. |
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Maybe heated wasn't the right word...sarcastic would be the better word... I also know a couple of people that own pits...and they shouldn't...to be quite honest...I love all animals and do feel bad for this breed but, because they WERE bred (and some still are) for fighting it just makes the breed look bad..I just have a hard time trusting them...All dogs (pedigree) are know for something wether it be their gentle nature or aggressiveness, hard to potty train, hyper or laid back...Pits just happen to be one of those breeds that are known for being aggressive...I'll tell ya...I would much rather be bitten by one of my little ankle biters than latched onto by a Pit! And I love ya too V!...LOL |
I wouldnt let a pit bull anywhere near my babies, skin and fur!, the one that killed the five year old girl here a few days ago didnt just 'bite' her and she died, it went for her throat! I just don't get wanting to take a chance like that. OK yes theres lots of you saying you have or know of sweet natured pit bulls, but personally NOOOO WAY! and if someone moved next door to me with one i'd put up the highest fence ever to keep my family safe. this may be a bit controversial... but i read in our paper today a journalist saying the problem in the UK is the type of 'man' wanting to own a pit bull. She said 'the rich bully boy bigs himself up with a macho sports car, his poorer brother invests in a different sort of growling beast.' I guess i'm just lucky my 'macho' man is comfortable with his masculinity and LOVES YORKIES!!!! :p |
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OMG that's the cutest picture ever!!!! Rocky gets along great with my moms boxer, Gizmo. Gizmo lets Rocky push him around, he takes his treats, his bones, chews on his ears...and Gizmo just lets him! The only time Gizmo gets angry is when Rocky tries to take this toy I got him for Christmas. It's a plush tree and when you squeeze it it sings "Oh Christmas Tree"...Gizmo loves that toy and that's the only time I have ever seen him growl at Rocky, but even then Gizmo will grab the tree and go into another room. Would I ever leave these 2 alone though..No! Just with the size difference, I would be afraid Rocky might get hurt on accident, so I'd rather not risk it. I leave them alone like if there in the living room and I'm in the kitchen, or if I gotta step outside for a few minutes, but I wouldn't leave them a lone for a long time and if I wasn't right there. |
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i did warn it was controversial :) I hope and pray that as your little baby is only 8 weeks so they obviously havent been together long that all remains great and happy between them. Can i just ask tho and this is an honest question, not sarcastic, why would you choose a pit bull? what characteristics of the breed attract people? (other than the ones who get them cos they are macho, which i know you said wasnt your reason) also will you ever trust leaving the 2 dogs alone together? and if not doesnt that take away the benefit of having 2 dogs, and just cause problems? |
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