Q. me personally i think if anyone should be punished its the owners of the dog not the dog ive had a couple pitbulls and never once did they bite or even snap at anyone it was around people all the time and was trained so i think the people that make the dogs mean should be punished like the drug dealers that make the dogs (usually pitbulls) mean in order to protect there house and drugs from cops mainly so my question is whats your opinion about pitbulls
A. Pittbulls are great dogs, however. They are bred for certian things, usually to be aggressive and they can show aggression with out notice if the situation is right. Your totally right its all about the OWNER. They have to know the breed, to train the breed, and be able to take the responsiblity of the care and confinment of the animals. Also take the heat if one of there dogs did do something wrong. I have a Cane Corso/Pitt Bull cross. He was suppose to be a fighting dog, but despite him being a cross of 2 suspected highly aggressive breeds, he did not want to fight. SO he was used as a bait dog. To train and teach other fighting dogs to attack. He was around 3 years when we got him. Covered in scars, starved, broken bones, and skin infections he was left for dead. He was going to be euthed but something about him struck my heart. I didnt want an aggresive bred dog since I have a houseful of animals and family. With love, training, and understanding he is a well socialized and balanced dog, BUT he is sometimes unpredictable around other dogs. I NEVER leave my gaurd down with him. I never stop training him or dealing with him, he's 9 now and i still dont stop with him.
The problems right now in the hysteria and fear of breeds of dogs like Pitt bulls, Cane Corso, Dogos, Rottwielers, Dobermans, Mastiffs, and other fighting breeds.The hysteria with these breeds is that when they attack and bite, they are capable of killing, and destroying, which is what they were bred for. They dont let go and they love to pack up. This strike the fear of god in the general public.
In fact the most reported breed of dogs that bite according to home owner insurance reports, is Labs, Poodles, and Spaniels. They bit more than any other breed of dog. Now the problem in this is that when one of these breeds bites, they bite and let go, they dont kill, they dont maim, and they dont, always pack up. So its all about public education but unless you can train every one its going to be this way forever.
Taranheart, you and I should form a club lol, I was attacked by a Rottwieler in my job, its was totally my fault and I was the idiot. I never held it against him, and actually adopted him. Unfortunantly he had cancer and died shortly after we reconciled.
FOR those about the kids around pitts comments. My Sigmound, cane corso/pitt X is around kids all the time, I dont worry about the kids as much as I worry about strange dogs coming into my yard. He currently lives with 7 other dogs and hes ok with these but he is always iffy, around new ones.
JOHN J I dont fall in any of your catagories, I have a job, a high IQ, a University degree, I am not a drug addict nor dealer, I am not a redneck, or a dumb a** like you are. Unfornuantly your answer is full of ignorance and predjudice. Its not needed or wanted around here, but we have to tolerate losers like you since its a public sight.
The problems right now in the hysteria and fear of breeds of dogs like Pitt bulls, Cane Corso, Dogos, Rottwielers, Dobermans, Mastiffs, and other fighting breeds.The hysteria with these breeds is that when they attack and bite, they are capable of killing, and destroying, which is what they were bred for. They dont let go and they love to pack up. This strike the fear of god in the general public.
In fact the most reported breed of dogs that bite according to home owner insurance reports, is Labs, Poodles, and Spaniels. They bit more than any other breed of dog. Now the problem in this is that when one of these breeds bites, they bite and let go, they dont kill, they dont maim, and they dont, always pack up. So its all about public education but unless you can train every one its going to be this way forever.
Taranheart, you and I should form a club lol, I was attacked by a Rottwieler in my job, its was totally my fault and I was the idiot. I never held it against him, and actually adopted him. Unfortunantly he had cancer and died shortly after we reconciled.
FOR those about the kids around pitts comments. My Sigmound, cane corso/pitt X is around kids all the time, I dont worry about the kids as much as I worry about strange dogs coming into my yard. He currently lives with 7 other dogs and hes ok with these but he is always iffy, around new ones.
JOHN J I dont fall in any of your catagories, I have a job, a high IQ, a University degree, I am not a drug addict nor dealer, I am not a redneck, or a dumb a** like you are. Unfornuantly your answer is full of ignorance and predjudice. Its not needed or wanted around here, but we have to tolerate losers like you since its a public sight.
How can I make my dog more obidient?
Q. I want to no how to make my dog more obidient and i mean like come when I tell it to come and Stay when I say stay.I already know how to make it sit but I am still curious on how to make it come and saty.that would be great if i knew that.do you have any methoods i can try.
A. Well you can teach him to come by calling him alot and when he comes give him a treat,eventually lose the treat and just pet him. For Stay, just use had signals and words, and start by walking in little steps,then bigger ones,then keep getting further away and each time you come back give him a treat, then do what you'd do for come.( I taught my dog this in 10 min.)
Why do these factors make a person high-risk for buying a puppy from a breeder?
Q. "renters, young people, those with poor track records, low income, other pets, dogs kept outdoors"
I copied that list from a website comparing BYBs to Good Breeders.
Low income I understand. And keeping the dog outside full-time I understand too (unless it's a working dog meant to live outside).
What is considered a "poor track record"?
I don't really understand why renters and young people are high-risk.
Why on earth would having other pets make a person high-risk for a puppy?
I copied that list from a website comparing BYBs to Good Breeders.
Low income I understand. And keeping the dog outside full-time I understand too (unless it's a working dog meant to live outside).
What is considered a "poor track record"?
I don't really understand why renters and young people are high-risk.
Why on earth would having other pets make a person high-risk for a puppy?
A. Poor track record I'd think means anybody who has "gotten rid of" many other dogs in the past. Good breeders and rescue groups will usually ask about pets you've had in the past, whether you've had to re-home any (and the reasons); they'll usually also ask about pets you've had that died, and the age/reason for death.
So somebody who has "gotten rid of" four dogs in the past 8 years, especially with unreasonable excuses (behavior problems, shedding, barking, had a new baby, divorce, etc) would be a good example of having a poor track record.
Renters typically move a lot; ask any apartment complex manager or landlord and they'll tell you the same. May be stereotypical to assume that makes you a "high risk" pet owner....after all, I rent, I've moved 7 times in the past 8 years, I've changed jobs, moved across the country....and I would NEVER consider rehoming one of my dogs. There have always been pet-friendly places to live, if I looked hard enough, was willing to pay a little extra, or was willing to make a longer commute, etc. Not all people are willing/able to put in the effort to find a pet-friendly place OR they can't/don't want to make sacrifices to live in one....the pet isn't always the highest priority & they will opt to get rid of the dog before they massively adjust their life to accomodate it.
Young people....well, just think about how drastically life can change for somebody between the ages of 18 and 30? Most young people rent, first of all, putting them in the above category to begin with. Those who go to college may move around several times. College graduates & even those who don't go to college may move around often in the search for a job. Many are not financially stable at this point in their life. Some don't develop a sense of commitment & responsibility until they're pushing 30 (and some don't ever develop it, lol). This is the usual time where people end up getting married for the first time (and some get divorced soon after LOL). This is also when a lot of people have kids. Overall, a lot of young folks find themselves very busy with life & may end up not realizing how hard it is to manage taking care of a pet along with everything else. All of the above are common "reasons" people give when surrendering a pet, so *statistically* young people may be more likely to give up on their dog.
Again, a stereotype; not always accurate and there are breeders who will evaluate each person on an individual basis....I got my first dog (he's 9 today) when I was 19 & in college. I'm 28 and have been through it all and then some, except for having kids. And again, never in a million years did rehoming my dog ever cross my mind. I once hit a point where I had no money & went without food for 3 full days, because I'd spent my last $40 on a bag of dog food. But then again, I've felt strongly since I was 13 years old that "a dog is for life"....after being heartbroken numerous times as a child watching my parents "get rid of" 4 or 5 dogs in a row. I'd live in my car and work day labor jobs before I gave up my dog...and I can say that with certainty because there was a point where it was a real consideration. Most of my friends in the same age range would have NEVER stayed that committed to a dog with all the BS I've been through....in fact, a few have been through several dogs already :(.
Having other pets- now that's not as clear to me, either. But I would assume some breeders want to make sure the person has their existing dogs under control, is prepared for the additional work & expense of a new dog, and has a plan in place if the puppy matures & doesn't get along with the existing dogs. Some breeds are known for not always getting along with other dogs, which may make a breeder especially wary of approving a novice dog owner with other dogs in the home. Some breeds- such as sighthounds- are risky to keep in homes with small animals, such as cats or rodents. A lot of people would have no idea how to control the situation, or would be unable to do so, if their puppy grew up & began fighting with the other dogs or trying to kill the cat. Again, one of those things breeders should really evaluate on an individual basis.
Just my thoughts. :)
So somebody who has "gotten rid of" four dogs in the past 8 years, especially with unreasonable excuses (behavior problems, shedding, barking, had a new baby, divorce, etc) would be a good example of having a poor track record.
Renters typically move a lot; ask any apartment complex manager or landlord and they'll tell you the same. May be stereotypical to assume that makes you a "high risk" pet owner....after all, I rent, I've moved 7 times in the past 8 years, I've changed jobs, moved across the country....and I would NEVER consider rehoming one of my dogs. There have always been pet-friendly places to live, if I looked hard enough, was willing to pay a little extra, or was willing to make a longer commute, etc. Not all people are willing/able to put in the effort to find a pet-friendly place OR they can't/don't want to make sacrifices to live in one....the pet isn't always the highest priority & they will opt to get rid of the dog before they massively adjust their life to accomodate it.
Young people....well, just think about how drastically life can change for somebody between the ages of 18 and 30? Most young people rent, first of all, putting them in the above category to begin with. Those who go to college may move around several times. College graduates & even those who don't go to college may move around often in the search for a job. Many are not financially stable at this point in their life. Some don't develop a sense of commitment & responsibility until they're pushing 30 (and some don't ever develop it, lol). This is the usual time where people end up getting married for the first time (and some get divorced soon after LOL). This is also when a lot of people have kids. Overall, a lot of young folks find themselves very busy with life & may end up not realizing how hard it is to manage taking care of a pet along with everything else. All of the above are common "reasons" people give when surrendering a pet, so *statistically* young people may be more likely to give up on their dog.
Again, a stereotype; not always accurate and there are breeders who will evaluate each person on an individual basis....I got my first dog (he's 9 today) when I was 19 & in college. I'm 28 and have been through it all and then some, except for having kids. And again, never in a million years did rehoming my dog ever cross my mind. I once hit a point where I had no money & went without food for 3 full days, because I'd spent my last $40 on a bag of dog food. But then again, I've felt strongly since I was 13 years old that "a dog is for life"....after being heartbroken numerous times as a child watching my parents "get rid of" 4 or 5 dogs in a row. I'd live in my car and work day labor jobs before I gave up my dog...and I can say that with certainty because there was a point where it was a real consideration. Most of my friends in the same age range would have NEVER stayed that committed to a dog with all the BS I've been through....in fact, a few have been through several dogs already :(.
Having other pets- now that's not as clear to me, either. But I would assume some breeders want to make sure the person has their existing dogs under control, is prepared for the additional work & expense of a new dog, and has a plan in place if the puppy matures & doesn't get along with the existing dogs. Some breeds are known for not always getting along with other dogs, which may make a breeder especially wary of approving a novice dog owner with other dogs in the home. Some breeds- such as sighthounds- are risky to keep in homes with small animals, such as cats or rodents. A lot of people would have no idea how to control the situation, or would be unable to do so, if their puppy grew up & began fighting with the other dogs or trying to kill the cat. Again, one of those things breeders should really evaluate on an individual basis.
Just my thoughts. :)
How do people make two dogs fight each other? i mean, how do they just force them to do it?
Q. How can u make two dogs fight each other when the dogs can jsut not want to do that? DO the owners beatthem and make them fight each other?
I'm honestly curious to knwo how you can force somethign to do that. it's cruel and inhumane.
I'm honestly curious to knwo how you can force somethign to do that. it's cruel and inhumane.
A. They dont force them, the dog wants to fight the other dog! They train with small animals (kittens, rabbits, baby racoons ect.) and then they move to other dogs. It is very brutal what they will do to each other just to please their owner!
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