[hauptdaunnila]

Years ago, I owned a male and female APBT. They were more show lines and got along great as long as no toys were out. I currently own a male Am. Bulldog who gets along with other dogs. I am interested in getting a more game line APBT to work and show. There is someone with a littler of pups and the grandparents are proven. I don't have much experience with game red dogs but was wondering if they can make good house pets with the proper exercise and if it is possible for a female pup to grow up with my male and be able to be social. I know every dog is different and their amount of DA varies, but I just wanted to know if anyone here has a game bred dog who is a good house pet and gets along with another pet of the opposite sex?

[NKUDirectory]

Proven in what?
I would think if the dogs are actually game bred there would be a very high risk of dog aggression but I don't know anything about lines.

[blohannaserri]

What does the dog's color have to do with anything?

[ticfarentibia]

Game red? Doesn't make sense unless you're just talking about the color... unless you're on a phone and it's correcting "gamebred" into "game red"???
Also, if you are in fact getting a dog off fighting lines, I wouldn't be broadcasting it on the internet, just sayin.

Why do you want a gamebred dog? If you want a "game bred" dog for status, not a good reason to have one. If you want an APBT with that "original" pit bull look and build, you don't have to get a gamedog, there are plenty of lines out there that are still of the old standards, just not off fighting stock.

Gamebred dogs are very high prey drive/fight drive but if you get them from lines that focus on intelligence and temperament too, you could wind up with a good dog, though some lines are lacking in the conformation department. If you don't have experience owning a dog off game lines, I'd think twice. If you think all you have to do is pick up the toys for them to get along, you're about to make a big mistake. Some gamebred dogs are social and get along with other dogs for the first year or two of their life, and then all of a sudden, they decide they don't want to play nice anymore. It's not some switch they have, its just called maturity.

[rhiniddibiarmr]

I think you should choose another breed of dog. Sure these dogs make great house pets but then there are other breeds that make great house pets too.

[hauptdaunnila]

Lol, Im on a phone, didn't mean game 'red'. All APBTs come from 'fighting lines', some are just closer than others. I am just going by what the dogs online pedigree states. Im not trying to broadcast anything. this is just what the online pedigree states.
It has nothing to do with status, I am just more interested in getting a dog that has more drive than my last ones so I could get into WT pulling or some other working sport. I was hoping to get something local or in my region and this happens to be a local breeding. I am not set on getting this dog, i am just doing research on various options and wanted to get some input.
I know that I will have to do A LOT more than just keep toys away and am fully planning on getting extremely involved in my dogs health, exercise and safety.
I know that the first couple of years would probably not be a problem because of how they mature, I was just curious if anyone out there has been able to have a two dogs of the opposite sex as house pets get along if one of them has game lines.

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I have been looking into other lines like Boogieman and Sorrell (Tatonka), but just trying to gather as much information as possible before I go out and get a dog

[NKUDirectory]

Well cudos to you for doing research BEFORE getting a pup.

[lkastonidwedsrer]

Some of my gamebred dogs are low energy, and some are not. They are all dog aggressive though, at least mine are. So they may make good house pets, but no dog parks or running loose in the house with other dogs while I am gone. If you have your heart set on a gamebred dog and are truly willing to work around the dog aggression, go for it.

[rhiniddibiarmr]

Yes they have but the people I know knew what to look for before anything happened. Gr Ch. Virgil lived alongside a housecat and Gambler could walk through his yard of dogs with Virgil by his side and nothing would happen but that is not always the case with these dogs.

[tefraxKedWere]

I personally believe that as long as you are 100% prepared for the worst at all times and are willing to research the needs of the dog, you should be fine. I would also have to say that each dog is different.

[hauptdaunnila]

Thanks for the info guys. I am really doing my research before I make any decisions. I don't have a time frame so I hae plenty of time to make the right decision for my family. I am already stocking up on supplies though. Lol. Just ordered a bike leash, have a crate ready, bought a durable toy and my next two project are going o be a flirt pole and then a spring pole. I'm ready for the challenge just need to find the right pup.

[videolkif]

i got my dog at 2 years old and hes a boy. and i have another mutt female and they are great together i dont have a problem them but then again he hasnt fully matured yet. the male is a pit and the female is a mutt and i had nore trouble with the female

[deandrecooke]

well good for you for asking questions. read some good books on the game bred APBT. it will prepare you alot more.

[GoveMoony]

Gameness in APBT's is a canine virtue that is most akin to the human virtue of unflagging courage. It is a determination to master any situation and never back down out of fear. It was developed in pit bulls by many generations of selective breeding. It is what allows a pit bull to keep fighting non-stop for two or more hours, in spite of broken bones, torn muscles, blood loss, dehydration, and exhaustion. But it is also valued by APBT owners who would never think of fighting their dogs. It is manifested in the can-do attitude of pit bulls toward any type of challenge, whether agility competitions, climbing up trees, or protecting their family against an armed attacker, etc.

Generally speaking, a game dog is an emotionally stable, easy-going dog, especially good with kids. Gameness should not be confused with aggressiveness. There are plenty of aggressive dogs that are not game, and there are game pit bulls who are not aggressive toward other types of dogs. Aggressiveness will propell a dog into a fight but will only sustain him for the first few minutes. Gameness, on the other hand, will not necessarily make a dog fight-happy; but if the dog has no other choice but to fight, a game dog will fight until it wins or dies trying, and will keep going as long as necessary. Gameness is an inner quality of pit bulls. There is no way you can tell by looking at a pit bull whether it is deeply game or not. The only test--and for many years the main criterion for selecting a dog for breeding purposes--is actually fighting the dog to see how it stands up to other dogs that have likewise already proven their gameness in the pit. Dogs that are emotionally unstable, or that fear-bite human beings are generally not game. If you want a nice pit, you're generally better off getting one that has been game-bred. These dogs represent the truest exemplars of all the best qualities in the breed.

[CKDIWEQ]

I own both the APBT and the American Bully and though it is a challenge and a lot of work it can be done. I also have both that live indoors and can run around the house together for short periods of time supervised. Do your research and be prepared. Get a break stick and learn to use it properly, make sure you have a good crate to contain the dog in when you are not at home. Wire crates do not work so well with APBT and some of them will eat through a plastic crate. If the dog will be outside with out supervision make sure to have a proper chain set or a sturdy kennel with top/roof. They are escape artist....Above never trust an APBT not to fight even when you think it will never happen there is a possibility it will.

We have a friend who's parents owned 2 APBT litter mates and for 8 years these dogs ran free together in the house and yard. I told them that was not such a good idea, they came home from work one day to find a dead dog and one badly injured that died 2 days later at the Vets office. Also keep in mind that not all APBT's like to work, I have one that absolutely refuses to do anything but hand walk and both his Sire and Dam are great workers. Good luck in choosing the right dog for what you are looking to achieve and we will expect pics if and when you get one =)

[BqTyG9eS]

Gamebred dogs are perfectly capable of being good housepets. It requires a lot of dedication, however. A lot of exercise and serious training. And you'll never be able to leave the dogs alone together. Ever. Just remember that. Always keep a close eye on their interactions, keep a breakstick on hand, and good luck. The gamebred APBT is probably the best dog you'll ever own.

[hauptdaunnila]

Thanks for all the positive feedback. I am really enjoying doing my research and will keep you updated when I finally make a decision.

[orbidewa]

Im just going to go out on a limb here... but i believe he meant GameBRED

[Haremporblape]

Gameness in APBT's is a canine virtue that is most akin to the human virtue of unflagging courage. It is a determination to master any situation and never back down out of fear. It was developed in pit bulls by many generations of selective breeding. It is what allows a pit bull to keep fighting non-stop for two or more hours, in spite of broken bones, torn muscles, blood loss, dehydration, and exhaustion. But it is also valued by APBT owners who would never think of fighting their dogs. It is manifested in the can-do attitude of pit bulls toward any type of challenge, whether agility competitions, climbing up trees, or protecting their family against an armed attacker, etc.

Generally speaking, a game dog is an emotionally stable, easy-going dog, especially good with kids. Gameness should not be confused with aggressiveness. There are plenty of aggressive dogs that are not game, and there are game pit bulls who are not aggressive toward other types of dogs. Aggressiveness will propell a dog into a fight but will only sustain him for the first few minutes. Gameness, on the other hand, will not necessarily make a dog fight-happy; but if the dog has no other choice but to fight, a game dog will fight until it wins or dies trying, and will keep going as long as necessary. Gameness is an inner quality of pit bulls. There is no way you can tell by looking at a pit bull whether it is deeply game or not. The only test--and for many years the main criterion for selecting a dog for breeding purposes--is actually fighting the dog to see how it stands up to other dogs that have likewise already proven their gameness in the pit. Dogs that are emotionally unstable, or that fear-bite human beings are generally not game. If you want a nice pit, you're generally better off getting one that has been game-bred. These dogs represent the truest exemplars of all the best qualities in the breed.

Great reply! I agree Gamness and dog aggression are to different things. Dog aggression can happen in most breeds.

[8Uxtkz7F]

fixed your title in the thread so that confusion is gone. dang autocorrect