Pitbull Guide

Friday, November 30, 2007

Choosing the Perfect Name for Your Pit Bull - By Jason Mann

Giving your Pit Bull a name has more to it than picking one that sounds good. Choosing the perfect name is not easy and most Pit Bull owners base the name they give their dogs on their own ideal of what person a the dog should represent.

Unfortunately, Pit Bull owners choose some lousy names and this article will share how you can avoid choosing a crappy name and find the perfect name for your Pit Bull.

Many Pit Bull owners choose names like Bear or Tank or Bull or some other name that reflects the dogs strength and size.

Other owners, well, they go to the other side of the coin and choose names like softy, sugar, honey, or fluffy.

What you choose to name your dog is entirely up to you but here are a few things you may want to consider when you pick your Pit Bulls name...

1. One or two syllables. The easier it is to say the easier you will be able to use it. Your dog will learn to respond quicker to shorter names. This is based on training using shorter words.

2. The dog likes it. You can see when you dog likes a name. Say the name in a normal voice and see if your dog responds. If they ignore you, choose another name. The name should get a response without having to act like a fruitcake to entice your dog to pay attention.

3. Unique. I love unique Pit Bull names. Tank is not unique. Nor is Bear or Killer or Fluffy. Pick a name that has value to you and your dog but is unique at the same time.

Choosing the perfect name for your Pit Bull takes time and if you follow the criteria above and look around the web for lists of dog names you'll be able to find a name that suits your dog and your tastes.

In summary, choose a name that has a purpose other than telling the world your dog is strong or love-able. Names are how people tell a lot about animals so take your time to choose a name that fits your Pit Bull.

For more information about Pit Bull names try visiting PitBullLovers.com. There you will find information onpit bull health, pit bull activities and pit bull training.

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Thursday, November 29, 2007

Are Pit Bulls Small Medium Dogs?

One of my clients asked me whether Pit Bull terrier could be categorized under small-medium sized dogs. I laughed and explained about the types of dogs.

American Pit bull terrier is a dog of medium to large sized as it weighs from 57 to 67 pounds. Small medium dogs should weigh between 25 and 50 pounds.

These dogs are very much fond of playing. Once you denied playing and also proper food for these dogs, it will turn into a devil. So do feed the American Pit bull terrier with raw diet for dogs. So learn training and feeding techniques from a breeder.

This diet will enhance the dog growth. The dogs love it, and you’re having fun watching them!

The ripping and chewing of the raw meat helps your pit bull to develop its shoulder, neck and jaw muscles. Commercial dog foods lack this aspect.

Still- do you think Pit bulls are small medium dogs? Yess- they’re small medium dogs till it crosses nine months because at that age only it would be at the weight below 50 pounds..(lol)

Wednesday, November 28, 2007

Are Pit Bulls Killers By Je Dunn

Let me start off by stating that not all pit bulls are born dangerous. The real source of the danger lies with irresponsible ownership. These dogs are not human aggressive by nature. They are also one of the most abused breed of animals in this country.

Pit bulls are just about average for number of dog bites, and believe it or not the lovable Labrador Retriever gives the most bites per year.

Pits tend to be animal aggressive but despite what the media may have you believe they are not born killers. Human aggression is a completely separate trait from aggression toward other dogs or other animals. Dog aggression is a very common trait in pit bulls. In contrast human aggression is not. In both cases the reason is a result of breeding and training.

One of the most important things to consider before you buy a pit bull is the history of the breeder as well as how much time you have to care for the dog.

This is not a breed for couch potato’s; these dogs need a good amount of exercise. Training, love, and proper care are the keys to success with this very athletic breed.

Pit bulls are characterized by their short stocky but strong bodies. American bulldogs are larger and have a higher working drive where as pit bulls are smaller and are more animal aggressive. Still saying that all pit bulls are mean and dangerous is an uneducated generalization of this breed.

Pit bulls were originally bred for blood sports, like Bull and Badger bating and dog fighting. Although aggression towards other animals would be a desirable trait for these sports, the dog’s handlers needed to be able to reach in and separate their dogs to administer some first aid so they could continue to tear each other apart, if that makes any sense.

Because of the dog handlers need to interact with these powerful animals these fighters had to be bred to be human friendly. This is why a pit bull is a poor choice for a guard dog. They instinctively like people.

Blue pit bulls have become very much in demand and are currently the favorite color.

Most of these dogs are very intelligent, tenacious, and yes fearless. They have become the villain of choice today when it comes to viscous dog attacks, some of which are deserved.

What I have learned is that pit bulls are not born mean.

There are two things that make these dogs dangerous...

1. Ignorance

2. Bad owners.

There are currently a number of cities around the US that have or are looking to band pit bulls. But what will this accomplish?

Assuming for a moment that you ban them, the same problem owners that now raise pit bulls for all the wrong reasons will just choose other breeds: let’s say Rottweiler to abuse and train to be aggressive.

Responsible ownership and stricter breeding regulations is the only real way to address the issue of dangerous and aggressive dogs.

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Tuesday, November 27, 2007

Pet Gift Baskets for Your Pit Bulls

Wanna share your happiness on the eve of Christmas with your pit bulls? Then, pet gift baskets are perfect fit for your pit bulls.

What are Pet Gift Baskets?

These gift baskets can be funny and easy by selecting materials with dog themes and packing them in an attractive basket.

Gift Baskets for pets are nothing but a basket decked up with ribbons, balls, fruits, flowers, etc. in order to signify warmth, cool and love for your favorite pit bull.

You can search these gift baskets on the internet and also at many local pet shops. Although you can buy online pet gift baskets from a reputed company, you can try your hand at making your own basket. at many local pet shops

Filled with delicious, preservative-free, and easily digestible treats are great choices for the dog owner on your Christmas gift list, or for your own dog.

Most of the pet owners think that it is not essential to show your concern by presenting expensive gifts like dog lover gift baskets. But still it is very necessary sometimes to show your expression. Still, why are you waiting? Go and grab the gift baskets for your pit bulls during this festive occasion or create personalized pet gift baskets.

Wednesday, November 21, 2007

Pit Bull Training: Attitude is Important

There is nothing more critical to the success of pit bull training than the owner’s attitude. The mindset of the trainer is more important than the equipment purchased, the exact system used, or the breed of dog involved.


Nothing can destroy the likelihood of effective dog training more quickly than an owner with the wrong outlook on the training process.

Pit bulls naturally crave and enjoy human companionship. When their human companions approach them in the right way, they are particularly receptive to learning and develop a strong desire to act in a manner that will please their master. This is why a proper attitude is exceedingly important with respect to training pit bulls. When the owner is pleasant, the dog will be pleasant.

When the owner is excited about teaching, the dog will most likely be excited about learning. Pit bulls can often reflect the attitudes and dispositions of their owners, a fact that must be kept in mind while undertaking dog training.

Additionally, the proper outlook on training pit bulls can make the experience infinitely more enjoyable for the owner. A pleasant training experience will naturally produce better instruction on the part of the trainer. Again, proper attitude will pay training dividends.

So, what is the right attitude to bring to dog training? Owners should strive to maintain a positive perspective at all times and should strive for a mood that makes the process fun for both the dog and the trainer.

Failure to approach training with such an attitude risks disaster. The proper attitude and perspective truly is the prerequisite to training success.

The owner should be positive. A positive perspective, of course, works in conjunction with any quality training method. Effective training requires positive reinforcement, and that kind of praise and affection is best administered by someone who generally presents a positive attitude.

Training will be filled with compliments, encouragement and praise. Those rewards, which are the key component to training, are more likely to be appropriately and effectively administered by a trainer with a positive disposition.

Happy Pit Bull training!!!