Foster Mom to a breed I never thought I'd help...
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Best of luck with him.
Great job Vabs! I'm happy to see that he will not be destroyed just because of his breed.
Now, down to business.
If he is allowed on people furniture and/or he is allowed to eat/beg for people food...
He will begin to think he is an equal in your pack, and will eventually decide to compete for the Alpha Male position. When he begins to build his confidence he will challenge the pack member that he sees as the leader.
Dogs are dogs, and need to be treated as such. They are not children. Strong breeds need strong leadership and consistent rules to be happy. If he knows you and your boys are his dominants, he will gladly follow and protect your family.
Happy puppying, even if it is just temporary.
I agree with this advise and it has nothing to do with the breed, just the pack mentality hardwired in their brain.
Michelle, good for you taking this dog into your family. I recently took in an older "rescued" boxer who was a puppy factory. They do need a little extra attention and guidance but they will show you lots of love in return....The pictures are great, thanks!
We made it through the night with Lucas; woke up in the living room around 2:30 a.m. and he'd crawled in between my son and I. We'd all fallen asleep on the living room floor LOL I put him in his crate and I crawled in bed. He slept all night like a baby.
Absolutely no food aggression thus far. I have made sure to kind of bug him while he's eating just to make certain. A stray cat walked right up to him early this morning and he just started at it, and with my indoor cats, he's curious but not ready to pounce or even chase 'em down.
My Dad stopped by for breakfast this morning and he's like me with pits, fearful...he was petting Lucas and walking him on the leash. This dog is the most tolerant of dogs I've been around, especially given what we assume of his background and his lack of health at the moment.
He seems to howl at other dogs barking, and he did growl last night, once...he seemed scared of the TV
I've given him a ton of thought in just 24 hours and I know deep down, he would be better off with someone that knows and has had experience with Pits. My kids are a little upset over my decision, but I'm just not ready to take on any liability nor am I equipped to have any dog on my property right now. It would be in Luke's best interest to go to a loving home, one where the breed is truly appreciated and where he can have some space to roam without worry of what others might say or complain about. We've got him for as long as we need to keep him, will continue to foster and show him love, try to get him housebroken...
So far, he's given me a while new insight in to the breed that I truly feared the most. Been a real eye-opener
Absolutely no food aggression thus far. I have made sure to kind of bug him while he's eating just to make certain. A stray cat walked right up to him early this morning and he just started at it, and with my indoor cats, he's curious but not ready to pounce or even chase 'em down.
My Dad stopped by for breakfast this morning and he's like me with pits, fearful...he was petting Lucas and walking him on the leash. This dog is the most tolerant of dogs I've been around, especially given what we assume of his background and his lack of health at the moment.
He seems to howl at other dogs barking, and he did growl last night, once...he seemed scared of the TV
I've given him a ton of thought in just 24 hours and I know deep down, he would be better off with someone that knows and has had experience with Pits. My kids are a little upset over my decision, but I'm just not ready to take on any liability nor am I equipped to have any dog on my property right now. It would be in Luke's best interest to go to a loving home, one where the breed is truly appreciated and where he can have some space to roam without worry of what others might say or complain about. We've got him for as long as we need to keep him, will continue to foster and show him love, try to get him housebroken...
So far, he's given me a while new insight in to the breed that I truly feared the most. Been a real eye-opener
He sleeps like a baby...the goop in his eye is for the ulcer. He takes all his meds like a champ. Never in a million years did I think I'd my putting my fist down a Pit's throat to give him meds or squeezing goo in a Pit's eyes and coming back with all my fingers...I know, stereotypes, but hey, I'll admit, I had 'em
heres one for your cats and dog.
shadetree57
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Va, Let me say this. I've had pit bulls out of fighting stock and they are what you make of them. I never had a problem with any of them biting humans but they were aggresive towards other dogs that got close to us or kids. If you keep this one be carefull because it seems he has already got an attachment to you and the kids. They are very protective and are very smart contrare to what a lot of people think. I would not hesitate to own one and let him run loose around my house. I've had meaner dogs that weren't pits. He'll be fine if you keep him but watch out for other people playing with the kids because he may think they are trying to hurt them. I can hear it in your typing, you will be keeping this Dog.
Yeah, sign the adoption papers! He is staying. He really does look like a sweet dog. I am glad you conquered your fear, that was a very BRAVE thing you did taking him in. Wow! I hope he will get better real soon. He just looks so peacful and content!
Yeah, his ears are really messed up, and that's the one thing he didn't like us doing, cleaning his ears. He still tolerated it, but it wasn't fun for him...I just have no idea what he endured where he came from, but I can tell you he is intrigued by every dog he sees or hears and he's been around 3 now, no attacks, just tail wagging and what a pull this guy has! Gives me a work out keeping him from just taking off after the dogs. He is incredibly responsive when you call his name (Luke was our pick, so we have no idea what is was, but I'm shocked that he seems to listen to everything I say), he's very submissive if you're walking toward him with his collar or leash...he walks very well on a leash which shocks me too...
He didn't really like the lawn mower today LOL He still did great and was out most of today getting some sunshine and fresh air...
He's definitely going to a more prepared home than mine. It's tough to just suddenly take in this dog with my 3 cats. He doesn't mind cats at all BTW...just wants to smell 'em it seems, but if he finds out they taste like chicken, I'm screwed
Tomorrow's a test for this poor guy...I have to work, he'll be alone all day, crated. The cats will taunt him just as cats do, and I'm sure he'll be so glad to see me back at home...got some good leads on someone that might want to take him in and so far, I don't feel like we'll have a tough time placing him in a loving home. He truly is a very lovable guy...
He didn't really like the lawn mower today LOL He still did great and was out most of today getting some sunshine and fresh air...
He's definitely going to a more prepared home than mine. It's tough to just suddenly take in this dog with my 3 cats. He doesn't mind cats at all BTW...just wants to smell 'em it seems, but if he finds out they taste like chicken, I'm screwed
Tomorrow's a test for this poor guy...I have to work, he'll be alone all day, crated. The cats will taunt him just as cats do, and I'm sure he'll be so glad to see me back at home...got some good leads on someone that might want to take him in and so far, I don't feel like we'll have a tough time placing him in a loving home. He truly is a very lovable guy...
mike1180
Banned
One of Gods beautiful creations, and you have been picked to appreciate it when obviously no body else did.
Wonder why you were afraid of his breed and yet you were picked and rose to the occasion?
He will be the most loving, loyal, appreciative dog on the planet.
I hope you keep him and continue down the path that fate has chosen for you.
You won't regret it.
(I have done this three times myself and it has greatly enhanced my life)
Wonder why you were afraid of his breed and yet you were picked and rose to the occasion?
He will be the most loving, loyal, appreciative dog on the planet.
I hope you keep him and continue down the path that fate has chosen for you.
You won't regret it.
(I have done this three times myself and it has greatly enhanced my life)
Good on ya !! Dont mean to steal your thread but I thought you would get a kick out of these pictures. I have two great danes and last year got talked into fostering an 8 week old female Jack Russel for 3 weeks. She was the runt of the liter and weighed in at 1 3/4 pounds. Her head wasnt much bigger than a golf ball. She absolutely loved my Harlequin pup and followed him everywhere. It was big fun !
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