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then some are like this:i have noticed this why are they like this?thanks!
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| 09/18/08 11:20pm |
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Rebecca Wright View Profile |
Message To: Amyers In reference to Message Id: 1863045 Why is it...
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| 09/18/08 11:52pm |
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Amyers View Profile |
Message To: Rebecca Wright In reference to Message Id: 1863065 Why is it...
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| 09/19/08 12:04am |
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Kam88 View Profile |
Message To: Amyers In reference to Message Id: 1863070 Why is it...
Responsible owners do NOT hang chains or weights of any kind from the neck. Only irresponsible owners would abuse their dog in that manner. American Pitbull Terriers are a fantastic breed as well as the AST. They do require a lot though so please research and talk to experienced owners prior to getting one. Also be sure to check the shelters around your area to see if there are any that need a good home. |
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| 09/19/08 10:18pm |
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Amyers View Profile |
Message To: Kam88 In reference to Message Id: 1863765 Why is it...
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| 09/21/08 02:21am |
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Dragongirl6 View Profile |
Message To: Amyers In reference to Message Id: 1864732 Why is it...
Different breeders breed them to look differently. You can breed only APBT dogs and just select the stockier, more muscular dogs to breed and end up with a line of dogs that all look like the shorter, muscular one in the first picture, or you can stick to the dog’s normal standards and breed selectively to end up with a line of dogs that all look like the dog in the second photo. Another difference is that the first dog has his ears cropped and the second dog does not. I do not believe in ear cropping and think it’s a pointless and ridiculous thing to do now (it originally was done to prevent a hunting or fighting dog’s ears from being caught on bushes/brush or being damaged while hunting, etc.). If you want a pit bull, make sure to do a LOT and I mean a LOT of research. This is an extremely intelligent, active breed and the training, exercise, and careful socialization needed are not to be taken lightly. These dogs were originally bred to fight. They make wonderful pets -- but you have to be willing to do the work involved to end up with the dog you want. Watch the movie "The American Pit Bull", you can probably rent it any any video store. It’s a really great movie that basically goes into the history of the dog and how it has evolved into what it is today. It shows how much training should be involved in owning a dog of this breed and how important it is to work hard with these dogs and give them lots of positive training and socialization as much as possible. The worst thing you can do is just assume that pit bulls are like any other dog and get one just for fun or because you feel sorry for them. You won’t be doing a shelter dog any favors by adopting him if you don’t fully understand how much work it will be to properly care for him. They are extremely smart, fun, wonderful dogs, and would be an excellent choice for a new pet, but go into it with your eyes open and be ready and willing to learn as much as possible. Sign up for obedience classes! No matter how old your new pet is or how well he is already trained, obedience classes are a good, fun, constructive way for your dog to learn and be social in a positive way. The worst thing you can do to a pit is leave him tied up or left in a house or yard all day long. That said, don’t let anyone turn you off to the breed. It’s one of my top favorite breeds and I love pits a TON, but I also will not be getting one of my own until I have a house with a fenced yard, a lot of time to devote, and my toy poodle has passed away : ( |
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| 09/21/08 08:06pm |
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Amyers View Profile |
Message To: Dragongirl6 In reference to Message Id: 1865328 Why is it...
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| 09/23/08 09:56am |
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Mk17rules View Profile |
Message To: Amyers In reference to Message Id: 1863070
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| 09/25/08 10:45pm |
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