New member of the family

Bullitt · 08-09-2007, 10:22 PM

No it's not a baby, sorry to disappoint
We, myself and the 4 guys I'm living with, have decided to adopt a 2 year old, super playful, pit bull mix breed! We are getting her from a young family who is moving and cannot take her with.

We're living in a 2100+ sqft townhouse with a completely fenced in back patio area thingy

Wondering if anyone else has had one of these dogs before (advice?) and if this is ample play room for a breed that I've read has very high energy levels and needs lots of aerobic exercise.
I've had a dog (female Alaskan eskimo/chow) for about ten years now at home, so I know about care and whatnot, but I also know that every dog is different.

fargon · 08-10-2007, 08:44 AM

Terriers need a lot of attention, and a firm hand start him young and don't be afraid to use gentle discipline. Set parameters and stick to them establish yourself as the alpha dog and maintain that position.
Pit Bulls are very loving and loyal, and will be a wonderful companion. Don't let him rule the house, because he will destroy the place, not out of spite, but just being rambunctious.
I can't see him, is he taking the pictures?

Shawnee123 · 08-10-2007, 08:48 AM

bullitt: psst, that guy you're living with has breasteses.

Want to see doggie!

Griff · 08-10-2007, 09:00 AM

Frankly B, I think this is a bad environment for a pitbull. Because they can be dangerous, consistent discipline is critical. Four guys in a temporary housing situation probably won't provide that.

Rexmons · 08-10-2007, 09:13 AM

you may also want to reinforce that fence. he's gonna be under that bad boy in no-time.

Bullitt · 08-10-2007, 09:06 PM

Here's the pooch:
[[sorry will get pictures up soon hopefully. I'm currently in Antigua and our internet connection is a far cry from dialup]]

Apparently the previous owners made sure to get the dog under control ASAP (they have owned her since she was a puppy), so she is well behaved and has been living with a young child for some time. Never barks, never makes any aggressive moves towards people or other dogs. @ Griff, we are all going to be living there for minimum two years straight, so that will be a non-issue I think.
@ shawnee, well I would hope so, otherwise I guess I didn't get breastfed as a youngster (IOW, that's my mom haha)

BrianR · 08-10-2007, 10:34 PM

I gots one of those. Ask me anything.

DucksNuts · 08-11-2007, 04:47 AM

If you and your house mates intend on giving her 2 walks a day, I would say it would suffice.

Pitbulls are awesome, loyal, loving and gentle (IMO), but sometimes boisterous and yes, energetic.

If she is going to be cooped up in there daily with no walks...I'd say no.

Get her some toys, but those ones that will keep her occupied on her own, not ones that require you to throw to entertain her.

If she gets bored, she will be destructive and I agree she will be under that fence in no time.

Dont forget, there isnt much room for poop/pee build up in that backyard.

Bullitt · 08-11-2007, 04:14 PM

Okay here's the gal!

I should clarify, the fenced in area will be for her to run around outside for a little bit with her leash off. And yeah we will have to reinforce the bottom of those fences, but we don't plan on leaving her out there by herself ever. All 'business' will be taken care off across the street of the front of our place (open grassy lot).

Bullitt · 08-11-2007, 04:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BrianR

I gots one of those. Ask me anything.

What kind of food would you feed a two-three year old? Is that into the "adult" range of food? Specific toys they like?

DanaC · 08-11-2007, 04:57 PM

Quote:

What kind of food would you feed a two-three year old? Is that into the "adult" range of food?

Yes, that's adult.

Not breed specific advice, but I can highly recommend James Wellbeloved kibble.

richlevy · 08-11-2007, 05:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bullitt

Okay here's the gal!

Well, my first impression was "Awwwwww, so cute".
My second impression was "Wait a minute, it's a pit bull, it's mouth is open, and it's nose is pointed at my balls!!

"

DanaC · 08-11-2007, 05:19 PM

She is incredibly, one might even say dangerously, cute.

DucksNuts · 08-11-2007, 05:29 PM

She's gorgeous Bullitt.

Congrats on the new addition.

Bullitt · 08-11-2007, 08:44 PM

Thanks, yeah she's a real cutie. Sorry those are just cell phones pics, I'll give her a proper photo shoot when I get back. We're all uber excited about her, so she will def. not be starved for attention!

08-09-2007, 10:22 PM	#1
Bullitt This is a fully functional babe lair Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Akron, OH Posts: 2,324	New member of the family No it's not a baby, sorry to disappoint We, myself and the 4 guys I'm living with, have decided to adopt a 2 year old, super playful, pit bull mix breed! We are getting her from a young family who is moving and cannot take her with. We're living in a 2100+ sqft townhouse with a completely fenced in back patio area thingy Wondering if anyone else has had one of these dogs before (advice?) and if this is ample play room for a breed that I've read has very high energy levels and needs lots of aerobic exercise. I've had a dog (female Alaskan eskimo/chow) for about ten years now at home, so I know about care and whatnot, but I also know that every dog is different. __________________ Kiss my white Irish ass.

08-10-2007, 08:44 AM	#2
fargon Person who doesn't update the user title Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: La Crosse, WI Posts: 8,924	Terriers need a lot of attention, and a firm hand start him young and don't be afraid to use gentle discipline. Set parameters and stick to them establish yourself as the alpha dog and maintain that position. Pit Bulls are very loving and loyal, and will be a wonderful companion. Don't let him rule the house, because he will destroy the place, not out of spite, but just being rambunctious. I can't see him, is he taking the pictures? __________________ Annoy the ones that ignore you!!! I live a blessed life I Love my Country, I Fear the Government!!! Heavily medicated for the good of mankind.

08-10-2007, 08:48 AM	#3
Shawnee123 Why, you're a regular Alfred E Einstein, ain't ya? Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 21,206	bullitt: psst, that guy you're living with has breasteses. Want to see doggie! __________________ A word to the wise ain't necessary - it's the stupid ones who need the advice. --Bill Cosby

08-10-2007, 09:00 AM	#4
Griff still says videotape Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 26,813	Frankly B, I think this is a bad environment for a pitbull. Because they can be dangerous, consistent discipline is critical. Four guys in a temporary housing situation probably won't provide that. __________________ If you would only recognize that life is hard, things would be so much easier for you. - Louis D. Brandeis

08-10-2007, 09:13 AM	#5
Rexmons - Kavkaz United - Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 613	you may also want to reinforce that fence. he's gonna be under that bad boy in no-time. __________________ "Life's a bitch but God forbid the bitch divorce me..."

08-10-2007, 09:06 PM	#6
Bullitt This is a fully functional babe lair Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Akron, OH Posts: 2,324	Here's the pooch: [[sorry will get pictures up soon hopefully. I'm currently in Antigua and our internet connection is a far cry from dialup]] Apparently the previous owners made sure to get the dog under control ASAP (they have owned her since she was a puppy), so she is well behaved and has been living with a young child for some time. Never barks, never makes any aggressive moves towards people or other dogs. @ Griff, we are all going to be living there for minimum two years straight, so that will be a non-issue I think. @ shawnee, well I would hope so, otherwise I guess I didn't get breastfed as a youngster (IOW, that's my mom haha) __________________ Kiss my white Irish ass.

08-10-2007, 10:34 PM	#7
BrianR Cleverly disguised as a responsible adult Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 3,338	I gots one of those. Ask me anything. __________________ Never be afraid to tell the world who you are. -- Anonymous

08-11-2007, 04:47 AM	#8
DucksNuts Bitchy Little Brat Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Queensland, Australia Posts: 5,067	If you and your house mates intend on giving her 2 walks a day, I would say it would suffice. Pitbulls are awesome, loyal, loving and gentle (IMO), but sometimes boisterous and yes, energetic. If she is going to be cooped up in there daily with no walks...I'd say no. Get her some toys, but those ones that will keep her occupied on her own, not ones that require you to throw to entertain her. If she gets bored, she will be destructive and I agree she will be under that fence in no time. Dont forget, there isnt much room for poop/pee build up in that backyard.

08-11-2007, 04:14 PM	#9
Bullitt This is a fully functional babe lair Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Akron, OH Posts: 2,324	Okay here's the gal! I should clarify, the fenced in area will be for her to run around outside for a little bit with her leash off. And yeah we will have to reinforce the bottom of those fences, but we don't plan on leaving her out there by herself ever. All 'business' will be taken care off across the street of the front of our place (open grassy lot). __________________ Kiss my white Irish ass.

08-11-2007, 05:19 PM	#13
DanaC We have to go back, Kate! Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Yorkshire Posts: 25,964	She is incredibly, one might even say dangerously, cute.

08-11-2007, 05:29 PM	#14
DucksNuts Bitchy Little Brat Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Queensland, Australia Posts: 5,067	She's gorgeous Bullitt. Congrats on the new addition.

08-11-2007, 08:44 PM	#15
Bullitt This is a fully functional babe lair Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Akron, OH Posts: 2,324	Thanks, yeah she's a real cutie. Sorry those are just cell phones pics, I'll give her a proper photo shoot when I get back. We're all uber excited about her, so she will def. not be starved for attention! __________________ Kiss my white Irish ass.

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