Originally Posted by alisonJ (Post 1974366)

I would carry a big steak on a long stick.....

You don't let Stink (love that name) near your girls do you? I know pits can be sweet, but they can also be unpredictable.

Originally Posted by red98vett (Post 1974640)

no I don't...We did a little introduction with ME holding the girls & I let them sniff faces but I had a VERY tight grip and was watching him intently -

Chanel did step inside his door one time and barked at him - he hid behind his daddy

she's SO bad :D:D

I had her on a very short leash right next to me - and that was the only time I let her put her feet in their doorway -

Originally Posted by pepe mint (Post 1974657)

of course she's bad...she's a yorkie. yorkies are dobermans that were stuck in the wrong body LOL

Originally Posted by red98vett (Post 1973917)

Ok - my neighbor guys are cute - I ADMIT THAT. They're also leaving town for the weekend and 'you know who' volunteered to feed/walk their GIGANTIC (but mellow) Pitt bull named Stink. When I heard they were leaving town for the weekend I couldn't imagine him alone for 2 days......

ok. here's my problem.

WHAT DO I do when I walk into their apartment when his owner isn't home -

So...Do I carry a HUGE TREAT ?
Do I carry TEN Huge Treats and hope he is so grateful he won't eat me ?

do I carry nothing ? Do I just walk in like I own the place ?

He knows me... but he also knows I have 2 tasty little morsels that bark at him like little demons - so I'm kind of worried --- I don't want him getting all protective of his turf

any advise ? oh and ps - my girls will NOT be included on my little weekend job. They'll be pouting safely from behind their OWN door.

Originally Posted by altigger74 (Post 1976357)

I think you need to ask the owners what to do. They would know how their dog reacts and such and practice going in there before they leave.

Originally Posted by my2boyz (Post 1976380)

That's good to hear V...it was a good thing you offered to do but I would have worried about you all weekend!

Originally Posted by chattiesmom (Post 1976391)

V -- I am glad you are officially "off the hook". Girlfriend, THINK before you volunteer next time. You are such a kind hearted soul, but ...... WE need you here at YT more than that Pitt needs a V-snack.

And yes, I know that not all pitts are blood thirsty killers.....

Originally Posted by navygirl76 (Post 1974038)

you said the dog knows you. what i would do is go up to the door and open it slightly(!!) and call his name, AS YOU ARE opening it, talk to the dog, extend a treat and see how he reacts. TAKE YOUR TIME DOING ALL OF THIS dont act all scared, because dogs sense fear and he may react based on YOUR fear and get scared himself and bite. talk to him for a minute, if he seems ok, pet his head and put one foot in the door... just slowly get in the door. this neighbor should have helped you a few times!!! they should have had you come to the door, knock, come in and pet him. then he would have known it was all ok. there is no need to be afraid of him, just read his body language and noises.

now, if he reacts with growls (like he not only doesnt know you, but doesnt want you on his terrirory) lock the door and go away. wait a half hour or so and come back and try again-i would try a few times but not open the door.. trust me, he can smell you through the door, and should know who you are.

if you cant get in there without him being aggressive then dont go in...

Originally Posted by rebecca127 (Post 1976608)

Oh sorry didnt read the update !!!

Originally Posted by red98vett (Post 1976371)

UPDATE - as I posted this my neighbor was on his back patio where I had left a few toys - and the mom is picking up Stink for the weekend so I'm OFF THE HOOK ~!:thumbup::thumbup:

Originally Posted by red98vett (Post 1976697)

LOL no problem !! I have friends telling me I need to walk the girls with pepper spray - my problem is - IF I'm holding my 2 girls under my chin - how in the world would I ever spray it if if needed ? I don't plan to do this - but....if I see more dogs off leash at my apartment I may be forced to for their safety

Originally Posted by red98vett (Post 1973917)

Ok - my neighbor guys are cute - I ADMIT THAT. They're also leaving town for the weekend and 'you know who' volunteered to feed/walk their GIGANTIC (but mellow) Pitt bull named Stink. When I heard they were leaving town for the weekend I couldn't imagine him alone for 2 days......

ok. here's my problem.

WHAT DO I do when I walk into their apartment when his owner isn't home -

So...Do I carry a HUGE TREAT ?
Do I carry TEN Huge Treats and hope he is so grateful he won't eat me ?

do I carry nothing ? Do I just walk in like I own the place ?

He knows me... but he also knows I have 2 tasty little morsels that bark at him like little demons - so I'm kind of worried --- I don't want him getting all protective of his turf

any advise ? oh and ps - my girls will NOT be included on my little weekend job. They'll be pouting safely from behind their OWN door.

Originally Posted by my2boyz (Post 1974120)

Villette...I don't want to ad to the fear factor here but I have to tell you a story and give my opinion.

You're a great person and I know you would do anything for anyone, you have a big heart...and I'd like to see you keep it! LOL! That being said...here's my opinion part...I think you're out of your league on this one. Once 'Stink' realizes he's home alone and his job is to protect that home everything may change in his mind.

Now, here's my story...we had a Cockapoo about 20 years ago...Benji was the cutest, loving little 15 pound ball of fluff that wouldn't hurt a soul...or we thought. We had a life long friend come in to lay carpet while we were gone one day...Benji knew Carl and had known him for years. Well, he let him in but wouldn't let him out and he guarded the doors aggressively when Carl would try to leave...it ended up that Carl had to call us to come let him out of our house. Needless to say we were shocked and totally surprised by Benji's behavior. The point is...anything can happen when the owner isn't there and it can happen with any breed of dog...not just pitts, they just have a more publicized reputation and we all know it isn't a good one.

If you decide to do this please take every precaution to protect yourself and be ready for the unexpected. Is there a boarding place they can take him to or do they even shy away from pitts?