Don't be so sure wendy. Everyone I showed pics of the dog I found said 'pit', but then the vet and pit rescue said he was NOT a pit. Does this dog act aggressive toward your other dogs? Does he chase the cats?
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wendy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
wendy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
P.S. We are absolutely sure she's a Pit Bull. She
might be mixed, but her head is unmistakably pit bull.
:)
Wendy
--- Nina <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote:
> Hi Wendy,
> I'm glad your rescue girl is in out of danger and
> sleeping soundly. I
> do wonder about her puppies though. Life can be so
> tough sometimes.
>
> Unfortunately I have to second Karen's input on
> Pits. (Congratulations
> on placing the pos today Karen!). You probably know
> me well enough to
> understand how it pains me to generalize about any
> breed, but Pits have
> the rep they do for a reason. I have met plenty of
> of lovable ones, but
> they have to be well trained and adhere to a
> different kind of
> interaction than say, a Golden Retriever. I don't
> specialize in
> aggression problems, but I've seen dogs that wag
> their entire bodies
> when they greet you, turn mighty ugly mighty fast
> when matched with an
> owner that isn't alpha enough to influence their
> behavior sufficiently.
> Any breed of dog can have these problems, but this
> is a breed that is
> known for them. Esp since you have no idea of her
> history, you'll need
> to stay alert and help her understand that you are
> capable of making
> decisions in order to insure everyone is safe. Are
> you absolutely sure
> that she's Pit x and not something else? Perhaps
> Boxer, or Lab? I much
> prefer to see Pit Bulls placed in an 'only pet' home
> with no children
> situation. If the vet thinks she's a Pit Bull, I
> would contact the Pit
> Bull rescue in your area and see if they are willing
> to help you place
> this girl. It's a good sign that she's not
> immediately fence fighting
> with your other dogs, but it could just be because
> she's worn out and is
> waiting to feel out the situation.
>
> I've also heard about Thyroid problems causing
> sudden aggression, I wish
> I could remember the details involved, you can
> probably Google it and
> find out more.
>
> She was sent to you for a reason. Just be careful
> and think carefully
> about making a long-term commitment to her. You may
> just be meant to be
> the "go-between" in finding her true forever home.
> Good luck sweetie
> and thank you for helping her.
> Nina
>
> [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
> > Phaewryn and all,
> > Well I have been doing dog and until recently pit
> rescue for 20 some
> > years.
> > I am afraid I do not agree. I had a pit from
> weaning till 4 1/2 years
> > and she "turned" or developed sudden rage. A
> beloved indoor family
> > fully vetted dog became a killer in 6 months.
> > I also have a foster who was attacked by her own
> pit with injuries
> > including 26 staples in her head. Also from a dog
> with sudden rage
> > syndrome.
> > Never no matter how long you have them trust a pit
> completely. They
> > were born and bred to kill and that is what they
> do best.
> > My pit Judas used to help me potty bottle baby
> kittens,. then started
> > chewing up pups.
> > When you get yours checked please include a test
> for lyme and
> > thyroid.....another major cause of aggression in
> pits and other breeds
> > of dogs.
> > A rescued pit needs lots of training love patience
> and RESPECT.
> > I have only read a few of these emails we had
> petco adoptions all
> > weekend but good luck with the pit.
> > BY THE WAY ALL I PLACE A FIV POSITIVE CAT TODAY
> WHO WILL HAVE A FIV
> > BUDDY TO HANG WITH.
> > KAREN
>
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