The Great American Pit Bull Terrier

Read my new Pit Bull Articles

2011-01-11T05:45:00.000-08:00

Im trying hard to fight for the breed even if its in the smallest of ways! Please read what I wrote and give me a good vote! Thanks so much!
http://www.helium.com/users/614424/show_articles

Mistaken Identity pictures please

2010-08-31T10:16:00.000-07:00

I have been this whole mistaken identity kick for a hot minute and I gotta say it Really pisses me off how many NON PITBULLS are named Pitbulls in the media! Its getting so stupid and outta hand that I cant believe some of the dogs that are called a Pitbull.

Check out this dog that was named a pitbull at the Indiana Zoo! You would think they would know animals right? This is just too much.

Heres the link under which I found this story! This is BULLSHIT and I am sooo angry I cant even express it!
http://www.understand-a-bull.com/Articles/MistakenIdentity/WrongId.htm

Please let me know if you have any pics I can use on here for this!

Whos to blame?

2010-08-31T10:10:00.000-07:00

Vote here!

2010-08-31T10:08:00.000-07:00

Recent Pit Bull Attacks

2010-08-31T09:56:00.000-07:00

There has been a lot of new dog attacks here in Michigan lately. I am saddened by the news that keeps coming up about "pitbulls" being the attackers. I am not trying to make excuses for anything but I was doing some more research and found that up to 80% of these pitbulls that attack are not even pitbull dogs, but completely different breeds entirely. I found this link about mistaken identities regarding pitbull attacks. Its pretty unreal if you look at some of these dogs that dont have any type of pitbull in them. I am OUTRAGED! What can be done at this point? I dont know if the general public will ever change their views about this breed but it HAS to start with the owners of these dogs!!! Please leave any comments about your feelings about this.

http://www.understand-a-bull.com/Articles/MistakenIdentity/WrongId.htm

Judge Joe Brown on Pitbulls

2009-12-18T14:54:00.000-08:00

First off let me say that I never watched Judge Joe, but my family does. I personally think hes a long winder blow hard that likes to hear himself ramble. But I have seen him BASH pitbulls over and over because he doesnt like them. He calls them psycho and pulls up stupid charts that are not correct. He uses the fact that hes a judge to turn people against the breed. His charts are crap and use the term pit bull to cover many different breeds. So when you add the stats from many "pitbull" type breeds the stats will be higher then other breeds. He also has polls on his shows asking if pitbull owners should have a special license. What the hell is that? Judge Joe Brown is a moron! I hope people argue back with him as he tries to tech the world a bunch of false info.

Please Rescue Sweet Pup in North Carolina

2009-10-08T06:42:00.000-07:00

This super pretty little girl pit is running out of time! She is in Dallas North Carolina at a high kill shelter name Gatson Animal Control! They use the gas chamber to put their dogs down which is more cruel and inhumane then most people can imagine. She only has till the 23rd of Oct. and then they will end her sweet little life way to early. Here is the link to the petfinder page where she is at...

http://www.petfinder.com/petnote/displaypet.cgi?petid=14804802

Go here to learn more and try to adopt her. Please save a life. This is a fawn colored little girl that is to pretty to waste.

There is also many more pits and pit mixes that are there that need homes fast, this shelter does not mess around and is high kill so do not wait, their life depends on you!

The Truth About Gas Chambers

2009-09-18T12:46:00.000-07:00

Putting animals to death by means of gassing is a subject I have dreaded writing about. This is because the amount of sadness and grief that it fills my heart with. It literally causes a depression in me because I know what really goes on inside these gas chambers.

There is nothing humane about the gas chamber. In fact in is so cruel that most can not even believe the suffering that goes along with being gassed. It can take about 20-45 minutes for an animal to die. There is a list of symptoms that they can go through that include, sickness, disorientation, panic, fear, tremors, loss of control of bladder and bowls, dizziness and choking.

The worst thing about this is sometimes the animals dont die the first time from being gassed. They can have more dogs poured on top of them and go through the horror all over again. They will listen to the barks, screams and whimpers all over again. They can lose control of themselves and there nervous systems and can start banging their heads into the metal cage or start biting themselves or any other dog close to them. It is so horrible that some of the images I have seen on this upset me to the point of throwing up. It is hard to imagine that these innocent dogs and cats and babies are piled up like trash in these to suffer a fate that we cant imagine.

Some areas like North Carolina use gas chambers frequently. There is usually some petition to fight it that you can find some where online.

The gas they use is generally Carbon Monoxide which can leak and cause harm to the people running them. Not that I a have tons of sympathy for them. Yeah I know everyone has to make a living but to me anyone who does that is worthless to me.

The public needs to learn about this terrible method and stop turning a blind eye to it. Here is a link to a site that will teach you more. http://www.freewebs.com/ncche/

Micheal Vick Now

2009-09-17T08:52:00.000-07:00

Well by now I think its not news that Micheal Vick is playing football again with the Eagles. I was pretty surprised when I heard that he got a standing ovation at is first game. Seems like most of the crowd there was in favor of him and there was only one small group there for the dogs that he hurt and killed. So I would like to say this, if you were at that first game in Philly were he came out for the first time and you were one of the people that stood up, take me off your favorites list and dont come back to my blog! I dont want you hear. I understand that everyone has their own opinion and is entitled to it but in this case I dont care. That is an outrage that he was welcomed back like that.
Seriously people is sports really that important that we are going to ignore what he did to these frigen innocent animals because he can throw a ball well? What are we telling everyone else in the world? Its not that big of a deal, if you get caught dog fighting and killing them after just say your sorry and all is forgotten. Is this justice?
Now I find out from the news that today that his jersey was the number 4 jersey to sell this year. I am shocked and blown away. What am I missing? I am still heartbroke over what he did and people are out there buying his stuff and supporting him. The level of cruelty which he was involved in does not just go away in a person. Sorry, but it doesn't. I never heard him apologize for the dogs that he killed in terrible ways once. I am just sad because I have so much love for this breed and we have people hurt it so much and everyone turns a blind eye to it because he is famous. Shame on every person that supports him!

What can you tell from a picture?

2009-09-16T09:34:00.000-07:00

I often browse through the pet ads and every week or so I look on Petfinder to watch whats out there. I cam across this picture of this little girl Pit name Lola. She was at a shelter in Kentucky which is about 8 hours from me.

I seen something very special in her just from looking at her pic. Did you know you can generally tell a if a dog is dominant or submissive from a picture or two? Well you usually can if you know what you are looking for. Looking at the ears is the best way to start. Are they back and low against the dogs head? Or are they perked up and forward? If the are low and back then they this will usually indicate a more submissive personality. If they are up and forward then usually a more confident or some what dominant personality.

I feel in love with this dog because there was a softness on her face and in her eyes. You can also look at the tail to tell about the dog as well. There can be many factors that make it hard to tell though. What if the dog was just scared, or just got picked up off the street? You might not get the best reading then. So this really just gives you an idea. Look at the picture of the dog I fell in love with below.

This face shows me a type of dog that I would prefer. Submissive and sweet and soft. I went as far as to fill out and app. for her and while I was doing this some one else went there and snagged her. I was going to travel a couple states away just because something told me she was very sweet and special. I was heartbroke when I found out she was adopted but also happy she gets to start a new life.

Shop Wiki Pets

2009-08-23T06:40:00.000-07:00

I decided to write a blog on a very helpful website that I came across. The name of the site is shopwiki.com. This is a huge site that has everything you could ask for but I am going to focus on the pets section. Shop Wiki is a comparison engine that is filled with useful information.
If you are searching online for dog food then shopwiki would be great for you because they not only have tons of dog food but tons of information on it as well. You can read about dry vs. canned food, essential ingredients, treats, health news and on and on. You will find whatever you want to know so you can make the best decision for your pet. Its a great tool. Now your not just going to find food on this site, there is just about everything. In the pets section there is toys, leashes, houses, flea and tick meds, grooming and more. But like I was saying the neat thing is there is information on all of it and buying guides as well.

You can learn a lot from this site so I would recommend checking it out. Shop Wiki has been expanding over seas as well. You can find it in Germany, Netherlands and France. Its not just for dogs either, there is the same amount of products for other animals as well.

Feed Shelter Animals Free Here!!!

2009-08-08T09:25:00.000-07:00

Please follow this link and click to feed hungry animals in shelters. Everytime you click a cup of food is donated by sponsers! You can do it every day so put it on your favorites and keep helping these animals. Its just a click so do your part! Just go to the Hunger tab at the top of the page. Thanks

http://www.thehungersite.com/clickToGive/campaign.faces?siteId=3&campaign=DogFighting

What is an American Bully

2009-07-09T10:51:00.001-07:00

An American Bully is a pitbull but not an American Pit bull Terrier. They were crated by Dave Wilson and are associated with bloodlines like Razors Edge, Gotti, and Greyline. Most of the Ambullies you see are blue, black and fawn in color, but can come in any of the colors that the APBT comes in. They are much bigger then an American Pit Bull Terrier. They were bred for larger size and looks. Ambullies were also bred to be the ultimate companion dog. They have great well mannered temperaments. Ambullies have large heads and are thicker and lower to the ground then the APBT.

They do have American Pit Bull in them but also have been bred with other breeds to create the large massive appearance they have. No one knows for sure but its a common belief they were mixed with Mastiffs and/or English Bulldogs.This is were the controversy comes in. The American Bully does have its own registry which is called the American Bully Kennel Club. The standards for these dogs are very loose. There is classic bullies, XL Ambullies, pocket sized Ambullies and and extreme bullies which is a incredibly massive dog.
It appears that there is many breeders that say they sell American Pit Bull Terriers that are actually the Ambully. I have see these dogs go for 6,ooo dollars! The looks on the classic or well bred ones are impressive as they are beautiful dogs, but to many breeders just breed for size and nothing else. Some of them have legs that are bowed out so far that it looks like it hurts.
I for one really like the look of the well bred Ambully and have some pictures of ones that I think are wonderful looking.

As you can see these are impressive dogs! Many people cant tell the difference between them and an American Pit Bull Terrier. It can be tricky to the untrained eye. APBT's are smaller and dont have the massive heads like the Ambully.

Here is a picture of an extreme Ambully. There is alot of health concerns for these extreme bad boys. To me this is still a great looking dog though

A Day at the Park Poem

2009-07-08T21:06:00.000-07:00

A Day At The Park

He is just like other dogs I would always say; He loves to go to the dog park to play every day Everyone loves him there, so it's ok; My dog won't fight--he wasn't raised that way But then one day, right before dark, A troubled young man came into the park He had by his side the biggest dog I'd ever seen, And unfortunately for us, both were quite mean We asked very nicely if they would just go; The dog answered with a snarl and the man with a harsh "NO!"Well his dog was a terror, threatening to all; Then he started a fight with a Lab over a ball They fought pretty hard and the man would not intervene; Then here comes my dog and pushes right in between He grabbed that big dog and thrashed him around; And with one quick jerk threw him down on the ground The Lab was able to escape; I heard everyone cheer; But my dog was now in a frenzy and would not let me near When he finally let go, what I saw stopped my heart; That big mean dog had been torn apart The authorities were called, the big dog was now dead; But they didn't take the big dog; they took my dog instead We all tried to explain that my dog saved the day; But because of his breed he was taken away You see my dog was a Pitbull and they don't get any breaks; One small incident is all that it takes dog had died; And though he hadn't started the fight, My dog was held responsible for what happened that night He was deemed a danger to all and sentenced to death; And I hold him now as he takes his last breath It's my fault that my dog is being killed today; Please listen for a moment to what I am going to say Everyone warned me about his potential to fight; I said it won't happen, I am raising him right And now my dog is paying the ultimate price; Because I was stubborn and wouldn't take the advice He only did what he was bred to do; Learn from our story; don't let it happen to you.

This poignant poem was written by, Sue Gauthier.

Where to get get your next pitbull from poll

2009-07-08T12:41:00.000-07:00

Where will you get your next pitbull from?

Sarcoptic Mange

2009-07-08T05:29:00.001-07:00

Sarcoptic Mange is another kind of mite that causes hair loss and irritation. Sarcoptic Mange is highly contagious to other animals and can also be transmitted to humans, although this is rare. These mites will dig tunnels down into the skin and cause itching, inflammation and hair loss. The dog usually has large patches of hair loss and crusty scabs where the hair loss has occurred.
It is harder to see the Sarcoptic mange mite from doing a skin scrapping. The mites move fast and sometimes you can do tons of scrapings and still not see anything. One common test that can be done is called the Pedal-Pinna Reflex Test. Most every dog that has mange with have mites on the Pinna which is also known as the ear flap. If you take the ear flap of the dog and gentle rub or scratch the underside of it a dog with mites will reflexively do a scratching motion with their back legs while you are doing this.
Ivermectin is an active ingredient in Heartguard and it has now been found to kill Sarcoptic mange mites if given in the correct dosage.
Some breeds can not take the drug Invermectin as they have a sensitivity to it and it can be fatal. Collie breeds and other similar breeds should never be given this medicine. Ask your vet.
Revolution is what I used when I had an Australian Shepherd and it worked great. It also protects again fleas, ticks, heart worms etc. I swear by this stuff!

Demodex Mange

2009-07-04T10:11:00.000-07:00

Mange is common in dogs and some types of mange are highly contagious. I got 3 different Pit bulls of shelters at different times and all of them had mange. Pit bulls are prone to skin disorders so it can be a real pain when you dog contracts mange.

The first type is Demodex mange and can also be called "Red Mange". Demodex mange is passed from the mother to the pups. All dogs have small amounts of mange but it when their immune system becomes weak that is when it can flair up. This type of Mange is not generally contagious to other dogs although it has been known to happen on some occasions. Demodex Mange mites live inside the hair follicles where it is hard for the medicine to reach. There is 3 types of Demodex mange which include:

General, localized and Demodectic Pododermatitis.

General is where the whole body of the animal can be affected. They can lose their hair and become infected with scaly skin. They can get secondary infections which can make their skin itchy or smelly.

Localized happens in isolated areas like around the face and eyes. This is common in puppies and sometimes can clear up as the dog grows up with proper nutrition.

Demodectic Pododermatitis happens in the paws of the dog and usually is accompanied by a secondary infection. This is one of the hardest forms of Demodosis there is to treat.

Don't breed animals with this disease as it looks like it can be hereditary.

The best treatment that I have seen for this is Invermectin. You can not give this medicine to certain herding breeds like Australian Shepherds and Collies.There is also the Dips that your vet will usually do because they have such strong chemicals in them.

If you are noticing symptoms of hair loss or itchy irritated skin then take your dog to the vet right away so you can find a coarse of treatment for you and your pet.

DONT DIP YOUR DOG IN MOTOR OIL!!! IF SOME ONE GIVES YOU THIS ADVICE TELL THEM TO GO FLY A KITE!

My Best Looking Pit

2009-07-04T09:59:00.000-07:00

Out of all the Pit bulls I have raised and fostered and taken in Hemi was the most stunning dog I have ever seen. I have searched every where to find a color contrast like he has. When I would walk him any where I would always have people screaming comments out of their car. He was the only one in his litter that had that look. Im was told he was full pit but Im not sure if he was mixed with American Bulldog or not because he had some long legs and body. Here is some pics but they don't do him any justice.

Favorite Type of Pitbull?

2009-07-02T12:27:00.001-07:00

As we know the term "pit bull" is not a specific breed, its just a general term used to describe several breeds with similar characteristics.

Stiffer Punishments Poll

2009-07-02T12:03:00.000-07:00

What do you feel about people that fight this breed? Please give honest answers! Thanks

Favorite Pitbull Color Poll

2009-07-02T11:51:00.000-07:00

It seems to me that Pit Bulls come in more colors then ice cream flavors. I think this is great because unlike some breeds like Goldens and Labs your dog is some what unique. Here is a Fav color poll so we can get an idea of what others like compared to what we like. The more votes the better! Thanks!

Ear Docking

2009-07-02T09:14:00.000-07:00

To dock or not to dock? Ear docking on Pit bulls is very common and is strictly cosmetic. Although there is different levels of docking, people that fight their dogs usually have the dogs ears docked very short.

It is nothing more then a matter of preference but I prefer not to for the only reason that if they were naturally built that way then that's the way they should remain. Many people disagree with docking because it has not apparent health benefits to the animal. It's really just for the owner.

I happen to really like the way docked ears look but cant bring myself to put them through discomfort unnecessarily for my own benefit. I like floppy ears to because every dog I have had has floppy ears. All in all I choose not to do it. If there was some kind of health benefit for the animal then I might consider it.

Below the image on the top has docked ears, and the one below has natural.

Are American Staffordshire Terrier & APBT the Same Breed?

2009-07-01T20:21:00.000-07:00

This subject is one that I didn't want to even tackle because of all the confusion that surrounds it. There is many opinions on weather or not the American Staffordshire Terrier and ABPT are the same breed of dog.

In 1936 the American Kennel Club starting accepting and registering Pit Bulls. The UKC and ADBA had the registered Pit Bulls names changed to Staffordshire Terriers. Then after that they once again changed their name to American Staffordshire Terrier. The dog show world is the reason there is so much confusion. These dogs are the same breed but after being bred for different purposes for so long they became separate breeds. The American Staffordshire Terrier is a Pit Bull that was bred for the show ring, not for fighting. They are stockier and have larger heads.

So basically its nothing more then opinion. They have been bred different and the fighting in the AmStaff bloodline has been watered down so much that it is not considered to be a fighting Pit Bull. So yes they did start from the same group of British dogs but the breeding manner and use made them into " separate breeds". The Amstaff is just the show bred Pit Bull. Some may argue this.

Spring Pole Fun

2009-07-01T12:13:00.000-07:00

A spring pole can be a great idea for your pit bull. They love to pull and hang from them and they are great exercise. Some Pit bulls will play with these and entertain themselves for hours so its great to get one and just leave it hung up in the backyard. They dont cost to much money either. I bought mine of Ebay and only paid about 30.00$ for it new. There is a few different sizes available. These are great for your dog to just let off some steam and are easy to install! Just be careful and use with caution at first because some dogs will launch them selves really high which can lead to injuries.

Dog hanging on springpole.

Aggressive Dog Stance

2009-07-01T11:52:00.000-07:00

As you can see in this stance the dog is trying to make himself appear to be very large by standing straight up, and holding his ears and tail up as well. Their tail may move back and forth slowly and they have a low pitch growl as well. If you are facing a stray dog that looks like this then avoid eye contact as they will perceive this as a challenge. Remain calm and if you turn around and start running then the dog will chase you. DO NOT RUN! Stand still and be calm until the dog relaxes.

Fearful Dog Stance

2009-06-30T20:03:00.000-07:00

A fearful dog is usually a easier stance to tell. They have their tails low and appear to have the scamper look. His back is arched and his head and butt and low. His ears are back and legs are bent. This dog lacks confidence and is scared.

Alert Dog Stance

2009-06-30T19:39:00.000-07:00

Dogs that are alert can go either way. They can choose to be friendly, defensive, or challenging. Usually speaking it is your actions that will help the dog decide how he should act towards you.

An alert dog stands straight up on toes, forward ears, and mouth closed. To help a strange dog not get aggressive avoid to much eye contact and do not stand over dog.

Dog Play Stance

2009-06-30T19:28:00.000-07:00

Do you know how to tell when a dog is playing? Other then the obvious tail waggin fast from side to side there is a classic play stance that you might recognize. This is where they put their front legs on the ground and their rear end up in the air. This means they are ready to go! There are no worries when you see them do this as they are just having fun and being happy.

New Dog Dilemma

2009-06-30T19:13:00.000-07:00

I have said already that in a few months when I move out of state that I will be getting another pup. I have to wait till I get settled and its killing me to be honest. I have thought long and hard about what I am looking for in my next dog. First off I this time only would like a female dog. The other thing that I struggle with day in and day out is where to get my pup from.
I am looking for certain things that I want in my pup. Things like heavy bone structure, sound temperament, certain color etc. So running off to a good breeder sounds so easy because I can find a breeder that has dogs that have all the traits that I desire. I figure some where with in 100 miles of where you live you can find pretty much what ever you want. The problem I have is I feel obligated to get a shelter dog. I know all to well how many amazing animals there is waiting for some one to take them home in shelters. I love the feeling of saving a life. I might not be able to meet the parents of a shelter dog or know anything about its past. So I go back and forth because there is just to many great dogs that need homes but I also have been dreaming of a certain dog that I have wanted for a long time. I could get really lucky and find the shelter pit bull that has all the traits and characteristics I am looking for, but if I don't then how long do I wait? How many shelters do I check? I really just don't know what to do but I will keep you posted. Leave comments if you have any advice. Thanks

Never Ending Homeless Dogs

2009-06-24T20:46:00.000-07:00

Yep, the never ending amount of home less dogs that I see online boggles my mind. From Craigslist to Petfinder and everything in between it never seems to slow down. I wish I could tell you how bad it hurts and bothers me to see so many sweet faces that are dyeing to be loved and wanted. Its depressing and frustrating because I wish I could take them all or help more. I am blown away at how so many of these animals are disposed of like trash. Do people think that because they are animals they feel no pain? Humans created these problems not the animals but they surly are the ones that suffer the most.
Why is there not laws for spaying or neutering? Why is there not stiffer punishments for back yard breeders and puppy mills? I don't get it! When you start searching the ads there is a never ending supply of sweet dogs out there that will never get a chance or a home, plus puppies getting put down due to over crowding in shelters. The fact is people are wasteful and selfish in general and don't take the time to even care about the sad truth regarding the over abundance of animals in the US. Please spay and neuter your pets and please don't breed your dogs! It cost others their lives!

Black Dogs

2009-06-24T20:38:00.001-07:00

Have you ever heard of " Black Dog Syndrom?" Black dogs are the last dogs in shelters to find homes. This is why so many shelters actually will put the all black dogs in the front or first isles to be walked down. People pass by them and go to that flashy colored dog in the next pen. Black dogs have much less chance of being adopted or even looked at. This seems strange to me because I know have known so many people with black dogs and I had two growing up. My fiance loves black dogs but I guess they are over looked by most. Its sad for them because they didnt ask to me any certain color and their fate is usually sealed because of it. Dont forget about them if your looking to adopt. They need love and respect just as much as the other dogs of different colors.

I dont know about you but I think this is one stunning black dog right here!

Pit Friendly Apartments

2009-06-23T17:33:00.001-07:00

I have decided to move from my state of Michigan to Tennessee. Were going to start off in an apartment for a while so we can get situated. I decided to check on all the apartment communities in the Tennessee area that were moving to. Most people feel when they have to move to an apartment they cant take their beloved dog with them. This is not true what so ever if you own a "regular" dog. What do I mean by that? You can find an apartment now days that is pet friendly, if you don't own a Pit Bull! I was not able to find one complex in the whole city. I am very bothered by this being that a Put bull is the only breed of dog I will ever get. There is other dogs listed in some of them as well like, Rotts, Chows, Akitas etc.
With so many people losing there homes right now its no wonder that there is ad after ad of Pit Bull type dogs that need homes due to moving. This upsets me to know end because now I am in a situation that I have a real problem with. So once again thanks to all the people that have ruined this breed. I thought discrimination was wrong. I guess that doesn't apply to dogs though.

Check out my other site!

2009-06-11T20:55:00.000-07:00

I spent the past year making this other web site for Pit bulls. This is to teach people about the breed. There is tons of great information on there like, Pictures, myths, videos, poems, games, polls, training tips and so much more. Please check it out and link to me so we can keep teaching people about this amazing breed.

www.thebestpitbull.com

" A dog is the only thing on Earth that loves you more then it loves them self"

Get with it Craiglist users!

2009-06-11T20:43:00.000-07:00

Once or twice a week I like to scroll through Craiglist pet ads to see what is going on. I sometimes add some dogs to my other website that may need homes in order to help them find a good loving home.
One thing that infuriates me to no end is the "FREE TO GOOD HOME" ads. Pit bulls are always on there and people many times give them away. What is wrong with you people that do that? Do you not know what people do with pit bulls? Have you been living under a rock? Putting free is bad enough for any breed because researchers will gobble them up like a kid in a candy store. But to put any type of pit bull on their warrants much more trouble! People will pose as nice families and then fight them or use them as bait dogs for other pits to practice on. You are this dog friend and family and this is what you do? Those people wait for ignorant people and they watch like hawks for the free ones. Once they get them god only knows what will happen to them.
Everyone likes money so why not charge 50$ bucks to help out the dog. Plus it shows how serious the person is if they are willing to pay, and most are willing to pay a measly 50$ for a dog they want to love. Don't be fooled woman pose on there as well as men. Your dog loves you and you owe it to him to use your head. We don't live in dream world of butterflies and cupcakes here people so please get with it!!!

Submissive Dog Behavior

2009-06-11T20:11:00.000-07:00

Submissive dog behavior is usually favored over dominant behavior. Submissive dogs have no desire to be the leader of the pack and are happy being a lower member of that pack. It is when submissive dogs develop different levels of fear aggression and fear biting that there is a problem. Generally I prefer a submissive dog over a dominant dog any day. They don't feel the need to challenge their owners which makes training much easier. Here is some submissive behaviors in dogs.

Lowered head with flat ears
Low crouched body
Tail between legs

Avoidance of eye contact
Submissive urinating
Showing teeth ( No growling though, this is also called smiling and is not the same as a dominant dogs does when showing teeth.)
Cowering
Licking lips
Licking masters face and chin
Rolling on belly
Whimpering
Exposes throat

Submissive peeing is the dog showing you "I submit to you". If you punish the dog by yelling or hitting the problem will get worse because the dog will try harder to submit to you. You have to ignore it and help build dogs confidence. Try these tips for building confidence.

Don't yell or hit ever
Don't walk at dog while staring in the eyes
Don't stand over dog
Get on their level
Stay calm and use a calm voice
Ignore submissive behavior by walking away as soon as they do it
If dog sticks to ground pick up and put on feet and bring out tail from legs
Don't comfort them while they are being submissive
Light discipline

Submissive urination will usually stop if you follow these rules. You just need to help build them up and give them confidence in themselves. Never ever rub their nose thier messes!

BSL BANNERS

2009-06-10T21:08:00.000-07:00

BSL is alive and well and is always popping up some where! Fight it! Sign petitions, write city officials and do whatever you can to help our best friends. They would give their life for us, what can you do to save theirs?

What is BSL?

2009-06-10T20:05:00.000-07:00

BSL stands for Breed Specific Legislation. This is where there are proposed bills regarding "pit bulls" or certain other breeds. Some proposed bills are banning of certain breeds, muzzle laws, micro-chipping and breeding practices. The thing is, is BSL does not work. Once again we are punishing the dog for the owners actions. BSL takes away your right to own a certain type of dog.

I strongly disagree with BSL. I think its an outrage! It breaks my heart to see many good owners having to move or get rid of there beloved pet. The bad owners will just ignore the laws anyways and continue to have these dogs. The good owners are the ones that feel it the most, because they love their pets and are forced to get rid of them or they can even be put down. This blows my mind and I cant tell you how angry this makes me. What do these families tell their kids that are so attached to the family dog?

The media plays a large role in BSL. Any dog with a big head and sort hair is called a pit bull and many times they are not pit bulls at all. Here is the thing, pit bull is NOT a breed of dog. Its a general term used to describe many breeds of dogs that have similar characteristics. The pit bull covers many breeds like the American Pit Bull Terrier, Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Bull Terrier, Bulldogs, and in many cases the Presa Canario and Dogo Argentino because they are so similar looking. So if any one of these dogs hurts some one they are just called a pit bull and it appears that they are always on the news. Well when you group a bunch of breeds together then yes it will seem they are more dangerous because there is so many. If you grouped together the dogs in the Working group together the stats will be higher because you are dealing with many more breeds. See how that works? There has been many times when after the media reports a "pit bull" biting they find out it wasn't even a pit bull at all. Many crosses of different breeds can look like a pit bull. Boxer, Mastiff, Rhodesian Ridge back mixes can fool many people because they can look so close to a pit bull.

The bottom line is we need to fight BSL. Good owners should not have their rights taking away because of the bad deeds of other worthless people.

Dominant Dog Behavior

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Dominant dog behavior is very common and can lead to serious problems if untreated. Many owners do not realize when their dog is actually being dominant. Dogs are pack animals and higher ranking dogs assert dominance on lower ranking pack members. If your dog growls at the kids its because he sees himself as a higher pack member. This can lead to aggressive behaviors like biting if not treated properly. Many times it is the owners that enable this behavior with out knowing it. Here is some examples: Leaving dog chained for long periods with no human interaction, over punishing or praising with out reason, poor socialization as a puppy, frequent teasing by children. The problem is these dogs catch the blame when they bite or act out. Many dogs are put to sleep or taken to shelters when in most cases it could have been avoided.

Here is some dominant dog behaviors.

Excessive barking

Growling, snapping with food, toys, bones.

Chasing moving objects

Mounting

Showing teeth

Ignoring commands

Escaping and roaming free

Jumping on people

Demands attention

Dog goes through doors first

Extremely dog aggressive

If your dog shows signs of these he is a dominant dog. How dominate depends. Every dog is different. You should research on it and talk to trainers. This is important if you have kids.

Here is some tips you can do to assert dominance and rank higher with your dog. You want to be the leader because this will cause your dog to respect you. Everyone should practice in the family as the dog views and ranks everyone individually!

Don't allow dog in bed or on furniture. This makes them feel equal to you. Many people do this as I do as well, however with a dominant dog it will reinforce this behavior.

Don't allow your dog to go through doors first or down stairs first. You lead they follow.

Make dog sit or do something before you decide to give attention. They don't get to bully you and demand it.

Don't allow dog to walk ahead of you when going out for a stroll.

Always keep on leash so they know you are in control.

Don't allow in kids bedrooms! Put up a gate. Dogs do not get to sleep with pack leader. Establish this with your kids by not allowing them in their rooms.

Ignore dog for 48 hours. No Attention at all, no talking, or eye contact. Be aloof. They understand that pack leaders are this way. They respect it. It does NOT hurt their feelings. Yes you still feed them.

Don't kiss dog on mouth or chin.

Don't pet, instead massage firmly.

Stay calm. They don't follow unstable leaders.

Play on your terms and times.

Walk and exercise dog

Eat First Dog eats after family.

This may sound like alot of things to do. You will get in the habit of it and your family and dog will be happier and safer. Make sure to be consistent and don't over punish by hitting or flying off the handle, it does not help.

Girl Dog Names R-Z

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Girl Names R-Z

RADAR

RAGDOLL

RAGS

RAGU

RAIN

RAISIN

RAVEN

REMY

RENO

RHEA

RILEY

RIPLEY

RIPPLE

RODEO

ROO

ROXY

RUBY

RUNNER

RYHA

SADIE

SAFARI

SAHARA

SAKE

SALSA

SAMMY

SANGRIA

SANAT FE

SANTINI

SAPPHIRE

SASHA

SASSY

SAVANNAH

SCAMPI

SCARLET

SCHNOOK

SCRUFFY

SEAL

SERA

SERENITY

SHANA

SHAMROCK

SHEBA

SHIVA

SHOOTER

SHY

SHYLOCK

SIDNEY

SIENNA

SIERRA

SKITTLES

SKY

SLIPPERS

SMORES

SNEAKERS

SNEEZY

SNICKERS

SNOOKER

SNOOKS

SOPHIE

SPARROW

SPLASH

SPRITE

SQUEAKY

STAR

STELLA

STERLING

STOLI

STONEY

SUGAR

SUNDANCE

SUNKISS

SUNRISE

SUNSHINE

SWEET PEA

TABOO

TAFFY

TAMARA

TAMPEST

TARA

TARO

TATTERS

TEAL

TEASER

TEQUILA

TESS

THYME

TIGER

TILLY

TINKER

TIPSY

TOPAZ

TRICKY

TULIP

TUTU

TWEETY

TWINKLE

URSA

UTOPIA

VAL

VALINTINE

VELCRO

VELVET

VENUS

VERONA

VIOLET

VIXEN

WANDA

WHISPER

WIGGLES

WILLOW

WIMPY

WINK

WINKY

WONTON

WOOKIE

WRIGLEY

XENA

YANKEE

YAHOO

YAYA

YEAGER

YUMA

ZELDA

ZOE

ZOOM

ZOOMY

Girl Dog Names K-Q

2009-06-09T14:30:00.000-07:00

GIRLS K-Q

KARMA

KAYLA

KYLA

KEELA

KEENA

KENO

KEESHA

KIKI

KIKU

KILO

KIMBER

KISHA

KISSES

KIWI

KLONDIKE

KOALA

KODA

KONA

KOKO

KYE

LACEY

LADY

LASSIE

LAVA

LAVENDER

LEXI

LEXIS

LIBERTY

LINA

LILAC

LIMBO

LIRA

LOLA

LOLITA

LOLLY

LUCKY

LULU

LUNA

LOTUS

MAGGIE

MAI TAI

MANDA

MANDY

MARILYN

MARMALADE

MARSHMELLOW

MARTINI

MATISSE

MATTIE

MAYA

MEADOW

MEDUSA

MELLOW

MELODY

MERCEDES

MIATA

MICKEY

MIDNIGHT

MINO

MINNIE

MISSY

MOCHA

MONA

MOPSY

MUFFIN

MYTH

NANOOK

NANJO

NELLIE

NEPTUNE

NIBBLES

NIKITA

NINA

NIPPER

NISSIAN

NOEL

NOVELE

NUGGET

NUTMEG

OKRA

OPAL

OREO

ORION

OSHI

PADDY

PAGAN

PAISLEY

PALOMINO

PANAMA

PANDORA

PANDA

PAPOOSE

PARADISE

PARIS

PATCHES

PATSY

PEACHES

PEBBLES

PENELOPE

PEPPER

PERRO

PESO

PETRA

PETUNIA

PINKY

PIP

PIPPI

PIPPER

POGO

POLLY

POLO

PORCHE

PRANCER

PRECIOUS

PRISSY

PUMPKIN

QUEEN

QUEENIE

Girl Dog Names A-J

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Girl Dog Names A-J

ABBEY
ABERCROMBIE
ABBRIE
ALEXIA
ALLEGRO
ALLEGRA
AMERATTO
AMBER
AMBROSIA
AMORE
ANASTASIA
ANNABELL
ANGELA
APRIL
AQUARIUS
ARES
ARIEL
AREIS
ASH
ASHES
ASIA
ATHENA
ATLANTIS
AURA
AUTUMN
AVALON
BABA
BABE
BAILY
BAJA
BALI
BASEL
BEAMER
BELLE
BERBER
BETA
BLOSSOM
BLONDIE
BLUEBERYY
BONNIE
BRIE
BRIT
BUTTERSCOTCH
CAGNEY
CASSIDY
CASSIE
CAYENNE
CECIL
CHALET
CHANEL
CHECCA
CHICO
CHLOE
CHEENA
CHINA
CINNAMIN
CLASSY
CLEO
COOKIE
CORAL
COSMA
COWGIRL
CRIMSON
CRYSTAL
DAISY
DALLAS
DAMSEL
DANCER
DAPHNE
DASHER
DAWN
DAZZLER
DERBY
DESEREE
DESIRE
DEW
DIAMOND
DIVA
DIXIE
DULCE
DUCHESS
ECHO
ECLIPSE
ELSA
EMERALD
EMMA
FABLE
FANCY
FANTASIA
FEDORA
FIESTA
FIJI
FLIRT
FLOWER
FONDUE
FOXY
FRECKLES
FUCHSIA
GAZELLE
GENIE
GEORGIA
GIGI
GINGER
GINSENG
GISELLE
GRACE
GRAY
GYPSY
HALEY
HARMONY
HAVEN
HEARTS
HEAVEN
HEIDI
HERO
HERSHEY
HICKORY
HISSY
HONEY
HOPE
HUNTRESS
INCA
INDIE
INDIGO
INKY
IRA
IRIS
ISIS
IVY
JADE
JASMINE
JAVA
JESSE
JELLY-BELLY
JET
JETTA
JOY
JULEP
JULIET
JUNIPER
JUSTUS

Boy Dog Names Q-Z

2009-06-09T10:19:00.000-07:00

Boys Names Q-Z

QUANTUM

QUANTAS

QUASI

QUICHE

QUICK

QUICKSILVER

QUINCY

RADAR

RAGE

RAGS

RAIDER

RAJAH

RALPH

RAMSEY

RAMBO

RANGER

RASCAL

RASTA

RAZZ

REBEL

REEF

REF

REEFER

REMY

RENEGADE

RENO

REPO

REUBEN

REX

RHINO

RIDER

RINGO

RIPLEY

RITZ

ROCCA

ROCKER

ROCKET

RODEO

ROJO

ROMEO

ROOKIE

ROSCOE

ROWDY

RUFUS

RUPPERT

RUSTY

SABBATH

SABER

SAGE

SAILOR

SAM

SAMSON

SANDMAN

SANTINI

SANTO

SARGE

SATIN

SAVAGE

SCAMPER

SCHMOE

SCHNOOK

SCOOBIE

SCOOTER

SCORPIO

SCOTCH

SCOUNDREL

SCOUT

SCRAPPY

SHADOW

SHAMU

SHANE

SHERIFF

SHERLOCK

SHOOTER

SHREDDER

SIGMUND

SINBAD

SINGER

SKEEDER

SKIDDER

SKIPPER

SLATE

SLICKER

SLOTH

SLUGGER

SLY

SMASHER

SMOKEY

SNAP

SNEAKERS

SNACKER

SNEEZY

SNICKERS

SNOOKER

SNOOPER

SOLO

SOLSTICE

SOLOMON

SPADES

SPANKY

SPEEDY

SPHINX

SPIDER

SPIIKE

SPIKER

SPINNER

SPOOKY

SPUDS

SPY

STETSON

STOLI

STORM

SUMO

TABOO

TAG

TANG

TANGO

TANK

TANKA

TANNER

TAO

TAOS

TAR

TARO

TAROT

TARRAGON

TARTINE

TATTERS

TATTLETALE

TATTOO

TAURUS

TAUSKEY

TAXER

TAXI

TAZ

TAZER

THAI

THATCHER

THOR

THUNDER

TIGER

TIGGER

TINMAN

TINY

TIPSY

TITIAN

TOBY

TONTO

TRIP

TROLL

TROUBLE

TROUPER

TROUT

TRUMP

TRUMPER

TUNDRA

TURBO

TWISTER

TYCOON

TYPHOON

UGLY

ULYSSES

URANIUM

VALENTINO

VAN GOGH

VAN-DAMME

VELCRO

VIPER

VISA

VOODOO

VOYAGER

WAGS

WALDO

WALRUS

WARHOL

WARRIOR

WELLINGTON

WHISKEY

WILBUR

WILSON

WIZARD

WOLFGANG

WONTON

WOODSTOCK

WOODY

WRANGLER

WRIGLEY

XANADU

XANTHUS

XAVIER

YANKEE

YEAGER

YUKON

ZACK

ZEKE

ZEPHYR

ZEPPO

ZERO

ZEUS

ZIGGY

ZODIAC

ZOMBIE

ZORRO

Boy Dog Names I-P

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BOYS I-P

ICURAS

ICON

IDOL

IGGY

IGLOO

IGNATIUS

IGOR

INCA

INDIE

INDIGO

INFINITY

INKY

IRONMAN

JACK DANIEL'S

JACKPOT

JAG

JAGGER

JAKE

JASPER

JAVA

JAZZ

JED

JEDI

JEKYLL

JERKY

JERSEY

JESSE

JET

JIGSAW

JIGGER

JIGGS

JOKER

JUDGE

JUNO

JUG

JUSTICE

KAISER

KEEPER

KELLOGG

KENO

KIMO

KILO

KING

KINKO

KNUCKLES

KOBI

KOLA

KODA

KONA

KOSH

KOSMO

KUJO

LAKER

LANCELOT

LASER

LEO

LEVI

LIMBO

LINK

LINUS

LION

LIONHEART

LOBO

LONER

LOTUS

LUCKY

LUNA

LAZY

MAC

MACHO

MACINTOSH

MACKEREL

MACMILLAN

MADURO

MAESTRO

MAFIOSO

MAGNA

MAGNUM

MAJESTIC

MAJOR

MAKO

MALCOLM

MAMBA

MAMBO

MAMIE

MANCHU

MARLEY

MARSH

MATZO

MAUI

MAVERICK

MAX

MAYHEM

MAYNARD

MELLOW

MERLIN

MILLER

MILES

MINK

MOGUL

MOLE

MOLAR

MONK

MONTY

MOROCCO

MORRIS

MORTIMER

MOZART

MUDDY

MUGGER

MUNDY

MYSTIC

NACHO

NAIROBI

NAPA

NAPOLEON

NAPPY

NAVAJO

NAVAR

NAVIGATOR

NEWTRON

NEWTON

NEWT

NIKE

NIKO

NINJA

NITRO

NOAH

NOMAD

NOVA

NUGGET

ODDLE

OKIE

OLIVER

OMEGA

ONYX

ORBIT

OTIS

OTTO

OUTLAW

OZONE

PACO

PADDINGTON

PAGAN

PAGODA

PAL

PALOMINO

PANACHE

PANAMA

PANDA

PANTHER

PARAGON

PARTNER

PATROIT

PATON

PEBBLE

PERP

PERRO

PESTO

PHANTOM

PHARAOH

PHAROS

PHOENIX

PIAZZA

PICASSO

PICCOLO

PINTO

PISCES

PISTOL

PISTON

PIT-STOP

PLATO

PLUTO

POGO

POLO

PONDER

PONG

PONGO

PORTER

PORKY

PRODIGY

PUCK

PROTON

PUDGE

PUGSY

PUNCH

PUNK

PYGMY

Boy Dog Names A-H

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BOYS A-H

ACHILLES
ANCHOR
ALADDIN
ALDO
ALGER
ALPINE

ANTON

AMIGO
APACHE
APOLLO

ARMANI

ARIES

ASTRO
ATLAS

AXEL
BACH

BAXTER
BANJO

BANDIT
BANSHEE
BARTON

BUHDA
BISHOP

BIZZY

BLACKJACK
BLAZE
BLOTTO
BOBO
BOGEYMAN

BONES

BOOKER

BORIS
BOOMER
BOSS
BOUNCER
BOXER
BRONCO

BRANDO
BRAVO
BUCKO

BUNDY

BUMPER
BURMA
BYRON
CABARET
CABO
CADDY
CADET
CAIN
CALIBER
CALVIN

CAPTAIN

CASBAH

CASSIUS
CEASER

CHAOS

CHAPLIN

CHEWY

CHESTER

COLT

COMET

COPPER

COSMO
COWBOY

CHEVY
COBRA
COLBY
CRACKER
CRASH
CHAMP
CHAZ
CONA
CHINO
CYCLONE
CYPRESS
CZAR
DAKOTA
DALLAS
DANTE
DASH

DA VINCI

DEBO
DERBY
DESPERADO
DICE
DIDDLEY
DINGO
DOC
DODGER

DOGO
DOMINO

DRIFTER
DASH
DAMIAN
DREW
DALE
DUNHAM
DRAKE
DUKE
DIABLE
DINO
DUSTY
DYNAMO
EINSTEIN

EVAN
ETHEN
EDGE
ELROY
ENZO
EPIC

ECHO
EXCALIBUR
FALCON
FANDANGO
FENWAY

FERDINAND

FERREO
FIGARO

FIJI
FLAPPER

FLASH

FLETCH

FLEUR

FLICKER
FLOYD

FRANKIE
FRANSIS
FREAK
FISHER
FRODO
FRITO
FENDER
FLASH
GALILEO

GAMBLER

GARBO
GATSBY

GAVIN
GEMINI

GENESIS

GENGHIS

GEORGE
GERONIMO
GIZMO

GLADSTONE
GOLIATH
GROUCHO

GROVER
GUIDO
GUNNER

GUNTHER

GURUGUS
GYRO

HARLEY
HAMI
HAMPTON
HAMLET

HAMMER

HANCOCK

HANDSOME
HARPO

HARVEY

HASKELL
HAVOC

HAWK

HAWKEYE
HERCULES
HERO

HERSHEY

HICKORY
HOAGIE

HOBBIT

HOBO
HOG
HOPPER
HOMEBOY

HOMER

HOMEY

HONCHO
HEFTY
HONKEY
HOOLIGAN

HOOSIER

HOOVER
HUCK

HUDSON
HALO
HARBOR
HIPPO
HARDY
HAZEY
HANDI
HUGO

HULK

HUMDINGER

HUMPHREY

HUNTER

HYDER

Born a Pit Bull Poem

2009-06-05T20:33:00.000-07:00

This poem is by the author of this site Jennifer Stelter
I hope you like

Born a Pit Bull

I was born a pit bull
I did not ask to be
this is the life god has chosen for me
what have I done to deserve this fate
you put me in a cage and teach me to hate
I dream of a day when I get to be free
I would be so kind just wait and see
untill then I keep my dreams close to my heart
I wake up everyday in hopes of a new start
I dont want to be bad
I wasnt born like this
but you took me from my mother and
threw me in the pits.
somehow I won but I recieved no prize
just made it to the next night and a dog of another size
Im not sure if its worth the pain that I know
but sadly I love you so this time Ill go
I just wanted to make you happy
for I thought you were my friend
but with the days passing I wish it was the end
you said this is my last fight so I cant wait to go
I feel things will get better so maybe theres hope
I am a little older and wish I was faster but
I will try my best for you are my master
this fight is harder then I thought, and I just cant seem to win
the years of pain are starting to kick in
its not looking good for me as I lay on the ground
I cant get this one off me
and cant make a sound
dont let me die dont let this be the end
prove to me this one time that you are my friend
with my eyes im telling you what I need to say
and with my last breath
I look to you to see you turn and walk away
see I was born a pit bull
and did not ask to be
but I am in a better place in heaven where I can be free

by jennifer stelter 2008

Pit Bull Banners and Posters

2009-06-05T20:12:00.000-07:00

Flea and Heartworm Prevention

2009-06-04T11:56:00.000-07:00

There is many different kinds of Flea, tick and Heart worm prevention on the market. I have one product that I love above all the rest and its name Revolution. You can get it at your vet but I have found much better deals online. Usually you need to buy 3 treatments at a time. Each one last for a month though. You place the medicine between he shoulders of the dog. I love Revolution because a lot of dogs I have adopted have came from shelters where Mange is common and Sarcoptic Mange is very contagious. Its a form of scabies that live in the skin and cause itching and hair loss. Revolution actually treats this as well as fleas and Heart worms. It great because its an all in one treatment. Mange is a pain and can be hard to get rid of. Plus it drives your dog nuts! I would recommend this product because it treats so many different things. Keep your pal happy!

Revolution features:
* Prevents heartworm disease* Kills adult fleas and prevents their eggs from hatching* Treats and controls ear mites* Treats and controls sarcoptic mange (in dogs only)* Controls roundworms and hookworms (in cats only)* One tube applied monthly* Each tube contains Selemectin

Brushing Your Dogs Teeth

2009-06-02T11:49:00.001-07:00

Brushing your best buddies teeth is very important. They cant do it so its your job to help keep their mouths clean. There is many different kinds of toothpaste made just for dogs at your pet store. They are usually a flavor the animals will find palatable like beef or chicken flavors. They sound gross but most smell good or some what sweet.
Dogs are prone to plaque which is from food particles and bacteria that forms on the gum line. If you don't remove it, it will turn into tarter. The minerals in plaque will start to mineralize in about 3 to 5 days of forming on the teeth. Tartar is harder to get off and can lead to Gingivitis, which is an inflammation of the gums. This can also cause bad breath.
Then if the tartar is still not removed you can get a disease called Periodontal Disease. Pockets are formed in between the teeth and gums and more bacteria will collect there. It is painful for the animal and can lead to all kinds of problems like tooth lose an infection. The scary part about this is the bacteria can start to enter the bloodstream and affect the heart, liver, and kidneys. These infections can be fatal as well as expensive. Prevention is the best cure. Brush your dogs teeth as much as possible. Canned foods are more prone to build up on their teeth as well. If you have a pup start them off with brushing young to keep them safe in the future.

Want Your Pit To Scare People?

2009-06-02T09:08:00.000-07:00

I am a single mother so I have to admit that having a bad looking Pit can be empowering. Specially at night time when its just you and your child. If some one comes to your door its a good feeling to have a beefy dog there to ward off potential threats.

Unfortunately that isn't really what I am talking about. Have you ever noticed the Pits that are dressed up in chains with spikes and huge chain links attached to the dog? Or the muzzle that look like a bear should be wearing it and not a dog? It seems to be a status symbol for many. The meaner your dog looks the tougher you must be. The truth is if your doing this with your dog you are only hurting it. People already will cross streets and pick up their children in the presence of a pit bull. By decorating them in "scare wear" you are adding to the problem of there bad reputation. People already know this is a bad ass dog. The media loves to to scare people with this breed and there is countless pictures online of dogs that look dam near evil. These poor dogs are getting banned all over the country so when you dress your dog up to look like a killer that is exactly what people will think of it. Stop doing this if you love your dog. They have enough enemies already!

Pits at Dog Parks

2009-05-31T14:08:00.000-07:00

This is a big debate among us pit bull owners. Should your Pit Bull be aloud at a dog park? Well there is a lot of nay sayers but I on the other hand think yes your pit should be aloud in many circumstances.
First off, there is a lot of people that feel if your a responsible owner that your pit should not be aloud to go there. This is due to the fact that pits were bred to fight. Be that as it may you should know your dog better then anyone else. I like to start my dogs off there as pups. Usually I start them off around the age of 12 weeks or so. It is great to socialize them and get them used to other dog temperaments and personalities. If your dog never has a chance to experience any other animals then there is a good chance they wont be friendly with them. Now if you have an older dog then you need to gage how its been with other dogs its seen and met before you go and just let him cut loose.
Everyone of my pits has been raised at the dog park and out of 7 dogs there was 2 that I stopped taking because I could see some aggression towards other dogs starting. My last Male Harley was actually attacked by a Husky. After I got the Husky away from him it ran back and attacked him again as we were leaving. I ended up fighting off the dog because my pit wouldn't fight back. He was just a sweetie that didn't not have a mean bone in his body. So who is to say he has no right to go. I don't want to label him and say just because he is a pit type breed that he cant be nice with other animals, because its just not true. You know your animal and a responsible owner watches them and how they respond. If they look like they cant handle it then try something else with them. I always recommend having a braking stick if you own a pit bull. Even if your taking a daily walk and another dog attacks you wont be able to get them apart with out one.

Male of Female?

2009-05-29T15:40:00.000-07:00

When most people get a new pup or dog they see something cute and go with it. The dog needs to fit your personality and lifestyle. Some people like males and other like females. What is best for you?
First off if you have kids something you should look at is the temperament of the dog. My vet told me that 8 out 10 dog bites are from intact male dogs. That's a big difference from male to female. Because I have a child for example and prefer females. Males are usually more dominant and territorial over bones, toys, etc. If you have a young child that is crawling or just walking you don't want them to approach a dominant dog that is enjoying a mid afternoon treat. That could be very dangerous.
Females on the other hand or usually more tolerant and less dominant. All though there will always exceptions to this rule.
In my experience I have found females are usually more protective of their families. All of my males would lick a burglar to death before anything else. The trade off with the females is they don't normally have the look that the male will have. Males have the bigger heads and chest and are more muscular. There is not a lot of dogs that are more intimidating then a large male pit.
Both from what I have seen are equally loving. A good way to judge this is by the way their parents are. If at all possible always meet the parents of the dog as this will help determine the pups personality and temperament more then anything. Anyone looking for a dog should really not just look at the looks alone, but the sex, temperament, parents, level of dominance etc. I understand not all of these will be always be available. Try to find out anything you can and do your research. A little work a head of time will keep you happy and your dog out of a shelter.

How many Dogs and Cats are Euthanized Yearly?

2009-05-28T08:45:00.000-07:00

As there is not an exact number the HSUS reports and estimated 3-4 million dogs and cats are put to sleep each year. There is some that even say its more like 6-8 million yearly! That is a lot of wasted souls that never had a chance.
Here is some numbers that will really make your head spin! If never spayed or neutered, a female dog, and their puppies could produce over 66,000 dogs in 6 years! That is not a typo. Please get your dogs spayed and neutered. Every dog helps in a big way as you can see.

Should I buy from a Pet Store?

2009-05-28T08:07:00.000-07:00

So you are looking for a new little friend to add to your family? When you pass buy a store it can be nearly impossible to not go in and see all the cute little puppy faces. Pet Stores are long since known to get their puppies from Puppy mills or backyard breeders. This means the dogs are usually unhealthy and unsocialized. They can also be inbred and have temperament issues. Some stores will be 75$ to 100$ for a puppy and turn around and sell it for 1,200 or more! Many times these puppies are sick and given meds to mask the sickness until there sold.
Another problem is the fact of over population of dogs and cats in the U.S. There is so many animals in Rescues and shelters that are literally dieing for a good home. There is also many full breeds in these rescues and shelters. A lot of these places become so busy that they need to make room for more animals so if the ones they have are not adopted quick they are put to sleep. This includes puppies and kittens. It is disturbing that so many helpless animals don't even get a shot at life because their like has to end far to soon. So the answer to the question, should I buy from a pet store is NO! Don't be tempted, you are getting ripped off and may not get a good sound dog that is healthy.

If you still cant decide take a look at this picture. This is every where everyday!

Best Way To Bond with your Dog

2009-05-26T11:03:00.000-07:00

Most people feel the more attention that they give their dog the more the dog loves them. This is not always the case. Some people wonder why they give their dog all kinds of attention but the dog will continue to go to the spouse that pays them no mind. This is common with dogs and doesn't mean the dog doesn't love you. If you are always giving the dog tons and tons of attention a more dominant type dog will view you as a lower member of the pack and you will not have a lot of respect from him. He wont have the desire to please you if you are a lower member. Now if your spouse ignores him, he feels the your spouse is higher in the pack and wants to "suck up" to him. Plus higher pack members make the dog feel more secure so they choose to stay close.
If you want more attention from your dog there is things you can do. For example do not pet, talk to, or make eye contact with your dog for 2 days. I know what your thinking already! It sounds mean. Actually it is not at all if you really understand dogs in a pack situation. No matter what though you have to stick to it. The dog must completely be ignored. This is how you will start to assert your self as pack leader. No matter how hard he tries you do not even tell him to go away because that is attention also. On about the 3ard day you can give him some attention but do not over due it. A little a time. Then what I would do that creates the best bond with your dog is walk him. Yep it is as simple as that. Just take him for a nice walk every day or every other day. Make sure he isn't in front of you though. If he is you will need to have him trained or look into how to do it your self. Walking with your dog is one of the best ways to bond with him. It makes them feel like a pack. It really is true too, the more time you walk with your dog the better your bond will be. Give it a shot and make sure to get in the habit of doing it and you will both be better off for it.

Some Cute Pics

2009-05-25T16:44:00.001-07:00

This has to be my dream puppy right here. This is a blue and white and appears to be an American Staffordshire Terrier. This just means that it is a Pit Bull that has been bred for show and the gameness has been watered down so much that it is considered a different breed. But this is still a pit bull. It gets confusing but I will go into more in the future.

Fun Dog Facts

2009-05-20T18:28:00.000-07:00

Every dog large or small comes directly from a wolf.

Dogs Female Dogs go into heat 2 times a year for about 20 days.

Dogs can see color just not as vivid as humans.

If never spayed or neutered, a female dog, and their puppies could product over 66,000 dogs in 6 years!

Dogs sweat glands are between their paws.

Average body temperature for a dog is 101.2 degrees

The U.S. has the highest dog population in the world

15 people yearly die from dog bites.

In the bible the dog is mentions 14 times.

If you punish a dog for submissive peeing it will make the problem worse.

Dogs can smell 100,000 times better then humans.

Dogs have 321 bones in their body.

A dogs nose prints can identify that particular dog, like our fingerprints.

Dogs don't understand pointing. They focus on the tip of your finger, not the item you are pointing at.

The oldest dog on record is 29 years old. He was an Australian Cattle-Dog.

Basenji only dog that doesn't bark.

Dalmatians are born white.

Dogs respond better to a calm but firm voice rather then a screaming maniac.

All puppies are born with worms.

White dogs are prone to deafness.

Zorba, an English Mastiff, is the heaviest dog on record, weighing 343 lbs at the age of 8 in 1989.

The Lundehund breed has 6 toes and can close its ears.

When a dog bays at the moon, it is following a basic urge to call the pack together.

Staring directly into the eyes of a strange dog may be interpreted as a challenge and may actually encourage the dog to bite you.

Born A Pit Bull Poem

2009-05-20T18:17:00.000-07:00

This is a poem that I wrote dedicated to all Pit bulls.

Born a pit bull

I was born a pit bull
I did not ask to be
this is the life god has chosen for me
what have I done to deserve this fate
you put me in a cage and teach me to hate
I dream of a day when I get to be free
I would be so kind just wait and see
until then I keep my dreams close to my heart
I wake up everyday in hopes of a new start
I don't want to be bad
I wasn't born like this
but you took me from my mother and
threw me in the pits.
somehow I won but I received no prize
just made it to the next night and a dog of another size
I'm not sure if its worth the pain that I know
but sadly I love you so this time Ill go
I just wanted to make you happy
for I thought you were my friend
but with the days passing I wish it was the end
you said this is my last fight so I cant wait to go
I feel things will get better so maybe theres hope
I am a little older and wish I was faster but
I will try my best for you are my master
this fight is harder then I thought, and I just cant seem to win
the years of pain are starting to kick in
its not looking good for me as I lay on the ground
I cant get this one off me
and cant make a sound
don't let me die don't let this be the end
prove to me this one time that you are my friend
with my eyes I'm telling you what I need to say
and with my last breath
I look to you to see you turn and walk away
see I was born a pit bull
and did not ask to be
but I am in a better place in heaven where I can be free

by jennifer stelter 2008

Banning Pit Bulls in Commerce Michigan!

2008-05-13T09:54:00.003-07:00

NO WAY! This is rediculous! This is where I grew up and I have always had pit bulls here and everyone has always loved them. Im sick and tired of everywhere wanting to ban my dogs!!! Commerce is a nice town, not the ghetto. There isnt any pit fighting or anything like that going on there. Im mad that they are even considering this. Please write to this person right here and tell them in a nice way that they are wrong!

TZoner@ CommerceTwp.com

Pleaes paste this into your email and send message now!

Stop the BSL NOW EVERYONE

Look at my dogs and tell me they should be banned!

Plants that are Toxic to dogs

2008-05-09T06:22:00.000-07:00

Keep your dog heathy and safe. There are so many harmful plants to your dog that you may have them right in your home. Here is a list of the more common ones. Please follow this link to my Pit Bull Web site. There is lots of great info there! Enjoy! http://www.freewebs.com/outtathepits/

Foods that are Toxic to Your Dog

2008-05-09T06:16:00.000-07:00

This is an important one! You should learn what foods can be harmful to your dog. Here is some Toxic foods. There may be some you never thought of: Leave comments if you have others that are not noted please. Keep your dog safe and healthy!

TOXIC FOOD

1. Raisins and Grapes - Did you have any idea of how dangerous these are to dogs? It has been reported that only 7 grapes or raisins can be very toxic to your dog.
2. Potato peelings or green looking potatos
3. Rhubarb leaves
4. Spoiled or mouldy foods
5. Coffee grounds, beans and tea (caffeine)
6. Alcohole
7. Hops ( home brewing)
8. Tomato Leaves and stems
9. Broccoli in large amounts
10. Cigarettes and tobacco
11. Apple Core pips and pear pipes
12. Artificial Sweeteners (especially Xylitol)
13. Macadamia Nuts
14. Chocolate

Leash Train Your Dog Now

2008-05-04T19:04:00.000-07:00

If you are in the Michigan area and want your dog to walk next to you with no pulling then feel free to drop me a email. It usually only takes one day! I just charge 50.00$ and if I can not train your dog then you dont pay! Hope to hear from you soon. Im located in Oakland County Michigan. My email is jenstelter@gmail.com

Tips on How to be a Pack Leader

2008-05-04T11:41:00.000-07:00

Here's the thing that I always stress to people with dogs. You cant put a dog in a human situation and expect them to react as a human would. For example leaving a dog alone with a child and then wondering why the dog has bitten then child. These are dogs not people so it is important to make sure your dog knows its place in the pack.
First off ask your self who the boss is. Say it proudly, YOU ARE! You have to mean it though. When you the boss your dog will love and respect you more! Here is some tips for you on being a pack leader.
When feeding your dog make him do something for it. Anything will work like a sit or stay. Dont leave food out all day for him to get it when he wants. You are the one in control of when he eats.
When you take him outside for walks you always walk out your door first. Teach him to stay and then you walk out first with him following after you. This way he learns you decide when to go.
Everynight or day even lay him on his side and hold him there. Be firm but not mean. Usually about 3 minutes works well. Some dogs will not let you do this at first and this is because laying on there side is a sign of submission. If he does not let you do this it is because he thinks he shouldnt have to submit to you because he is the boss. If you feel your dog may bite when trying to put them on their side put a muzzle on to be safe. Once completly on side hold them there and dont let them up till you say. If he tries to get up say aut aut no no and keep him down till his body goes limp. When your done say ok get up and good boy or girl.
Next is never let your dog walk in front of you on a leash. He needs to be at your side at all times and not pulling. Some dogs are easier to train then others. If your dogs pulls a lot then I have always used a prong collar, but you have to learn how to use them the right way. I will add another post about leash training.
One that I tend to brake myself is not letting your doggie on the coach or bed. I figure the whole reason to have a dog is for companionship so its nice to lay there and watch tv with them, but if your dog is on your bed he then thinks of himself as your equal. Its best to stay at a higher level.
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The True Pit Bull Terrier

2008-05-04T11:38:00.000-07:00

Who's fault is it anyways?

If you are an owner of a "pit bull type" dog then you should be familiar with the prejudice you go through daily. It can be very hard to own one of these dogs today. When you walk your dog you get stares and dirty looks. Mothers pick up their kids when you go by and people will cross streets to walk on the other side of you and your beloved pet. Even a simple trip to the dog park can become a nightmare. Many think Pits should not even be aloud to come there. Is this fair? Well no, but who is to blame for this? Are these dogs born bad like so many people seem to think or should we really be holding the owners accountable? I have owned 6 Pit bulls and raised them with love and I have to say that everyone has turned out great. The 2 I have now are great with my new born girl as well. Don’t be fooled though, they don’t babysit! An animal is just that, an animal and should never be alone with a child. Not any kind of dog. The sad thing is people put these dogs in situations where the dogs is expected to act as a human would. For example the reason a lot of dogs bite is not because they dislike the child but more because they have a pack mentality and the higher members of the pack will bite to keep the other members in tact. If your dog believes he is an Alpha member and that you are not the boss he may bite, even at you. You cant put a dog in a human situation and expect them to act as humans. Your dog must know its place and who boss is. If you don’t know how to do this then you need to speak with a professional trainer.
Now what else causes problems? Well we all hear to often about the abuse these dogs go through and the sad stories of " pit fights" that never seem to go away. Most dogs are not born bad but any dog can be made bad. What does this tell you? There has to be some one or something making them bad. Thank the people who fight them and do cruel and inhumane things to them like beatings, starvings and feeding of gun powder to make their stomachs upset, which will make them angry. Then these dogs get loose or left to die but don’t and they bite some one. How could this be the dogs fault? Pit bulls are loving loyal dogs when raised in a family environment. American Temperament Testing gave them a passing rate of Goldens and Beagles! Yes its true research it if you don’t believe me. So many people only go by what they hear on the media which can be twisted and lacks the true facts.
For example when you hear the term "pit bull" most assume it is a breed of dog. Well it is not. It is more of a generalized term that refers to multiple breeds of dogs that have some of the same characteristic. Some of the actual breeds are the Staffordshire terrier, Staffordshire Bull terrier, Bull terrier ( Spuds Dog ), and the American Pit bull terrier. Other dogs that look very much like them are often confused as a " pit bull " is a Dogo Argentino, Presa Canario, Boxer, and American Bulldog. If any of these dogs happen to bite most of the time they are labeled "pit bull" from the media or others that don’t know the difference. So the truth is there is many different kinds of dogs that are similar that when mistaken often give the bad name to pit bull type breeds.
There is also a lot of myths about these dogs. The biggest is the myth that Pit bulls have locking jaws. No this is not true one bit. They have the same jaws as any other dog. What they have is a characteristic that allows them to hold onto something no matter what.
Another myth is that they are not good with children. Not true again. They have a higher threshold hold of pain than other dogs so they can take a lot more of ear pulling and squished stepped on paws then other dogs can. They are actually great with kids. Other dogs on the other hand is a different story. A pit bull can be good with other dogs but you have to remember they are breed to fight. Always try your best to keep them out of fights with other dogs. A lot of times it is said that they wont start the fight but they will finish it. Some are great with other dogs and will never show a problem but I would always stay close by to keep them under control with strange dogs.
Another myth is that if they are not good with other dogs then they will turn on me or my family next. Nope again, human aggression and animal aggression is very different and it is normal that a sweet loving pit will not be as sweet to other dogs.
Bottom line is these a wonderful dogs and the people that mistreat them need to be held responsible. To many of these dogs are wasted away because they were not fortunate enough to get into the hands of a decent person. It is very sad for them so I think the penalties should be stiffer to those that engage in fighting these wonderful animals. Please research more on the breed before you judge them. They deserve so much better. They need our love not our hate because I feel they have suffered enough.
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Where will you get your next Pitbull from?
	A Breeder
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	Craigslist
	Petstore
	Friend or Family
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Should punishments be stiffer for people who fight dogs?
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	no, less fines
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Whats your favorite color Pit Bull?
	Solid Black
	Solid White
	Solid Blue
	Solid Red
	Black and White
	Blue and White
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	Merle
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Blame the pitbull or the human for recent attacks?
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