[egershna]

so i am thinkin of gettin a new puppy... my friend has a brindle (mom) and a blue (dad) pits... i really want to get one but i need some other opinions if it would be the right decision to get it from her and the right time.... so i currently live in a trailer with me and my boyfriend that we own but its on a rented lot, we have been approved to buy a house just havent found the right location, so my thoughts were go ahead and get one now so that way while im here i can house train and get all that out of the way before moving into a brand new home... second, because i kno this girl and the temperment and everythin of her dogs i think one of those puppies would be the right choice. she is sellin them for $350 and they are APBR registered (i hope i put that right!) but her dog had 10 of them and they were born 1/2/10(shes only makin me pay $100).. she says they will be ready on valentines day (sunday) unless im totally wrong i was thinkin she said they wouldnt be able to go til march but since she has changed i think its bc she now has 13 pits (3 adults,10babies) in her house and ready to get them out...she keeps them in a safe place but anytime im there the only lightin they get is sunlight durin the day wat shines thru a window, or if she gets one out to play with, idk why but that bothers me they hardly have alot of light!... SORRY to ramble and its soooo long, i jus want a puppy so bad, but i want to kno others opinions if i should wait and get a puppy later or would it be ok to go ahead with it... ahhhhggg, decisions decisions!!

[VEGLAS - SPB]

Don't ever get a puppy from a bad situation because you think you're "saving" it. Anyone who breeds and can't find homes will hopefully not breed again. If you're living on a rented lot, are you allowed to have a dog there? There probably isn't any fencing around the trailer so you would have to chain the dog or keep it in the trailer to keep it out of harms way. I would be inclined to wait until you have settled in the new place. Chances are if you move then the dog will toilet inside a few times anyway so there really isn't much to lose there. If you set aside an area the pup is allowed to go and puppy proof it removing things it can chew or which could be dangerous to it then things should be fine.

[DP5Ups8o]

she is sellin them for $350 and they are APBR registered (i hope i put that right!) but her dog had 10 of them and they were born 1/2/10(shes only makin me pay $100).. she says they will be ready on valentines day (sunday) unless im totally wrong i was thinkin she said they wouldnt be able to go til march but since she has changed i think its bc she now has 13 pits (3 adults,10babies) in her house and ready to get them out...she keeps them in a safe place but anytime im there the only lightin they get is sunlight durin the day wat shines thru a window, or if she gets one out to play with, idk why but that bothers me they hardly have alot of light!...

Alot in here just tells me this person is a BYB and I would beware. Any dog that leaves its mother before its ready is being set up for some serious problems later on. More than that PLEASE do not fool yourself into thinking that all your training will be done by the time you get a new house. Training is something that is ongoing. My boy is 2 and because of high stress situations and me being absent for a period of time I am having to basically retrain. Please educate yourself on the breed and make sure its what you want. This breed is not for the faint of heart and is one of the best breeds I know of.

[rouletteroulette]

What registry now? The flea market dogs here are all "registered". I'd wait till they can't sell them all, learn their lesson, and get one free. Lol. Or if they do all sell, good for your friend I guess, I wouldn't pay for a dog that was byb. People that have 2 dogs are just breeding what they have, not best to best (99.9x out of 100 anyways).

[Deseassaugs]

In my calculations that would make the puppies about six weeks old and I am a firm believer that th puppies need to be with the mom and other puppies till at least 8 weeks they learn alot about how to be a dog in those last two weeks most states have laws that say puppies must be 8 weeks old..So this should be a concern about the breeding but you know the Parents better than me. also have these pups been to the vet ??? If not why??? this is a redflag. living in the trailer is not a big deal puppy proof a area also and crate train if you have no fence you need to know and understand that this dog is going to need to go out alot and will need to be supervised and leashed and like previously mentioned do not get the puppy because you feel sorry for them get the puppy because it is what you truly want and make sure you are willing to give the animal the life long commitment required...one last thing $100 for a dog that has been to the vet and shots started and has a health certificate and is truly healthy is a fair price in my opinion..

[ChicasCams]

theres many things that says run away to me in your post but the biggest is that they are APBR registered APBR is a peddler registry nothing more, nothing less i could register a chicken as an APBT with them if i sent them a money order

[rouletteroulette]

ROFL, so funny...so true.

theres many things that says run away to me in your post but the biggest is that they are APBR registered APBR is a peddler registry nothing more, nothing less i could register a chicken as an APBT with them if i sent them a money order

[GeraldCortis]

Personally I feel like the only reason people get rid of puppies at six weeks is because they're either too damn lazy or too cheap to pay for their first set of shots, deworming and constant care pupppies need. A friend of mine bought a puppy from a BYB because he felt bad for it. The people basically kept the dogs in a filthy yard in a shed. It turned out to be a freakin nightmare for him. The pup was undersocialized, fearful, skittish around people and turned out to be a nasty dog that ended up being euth'd for aggression.

[gamecasta]

Personally I feel like the only reason people get rid of puppies at six weeks is because they're either too damn lazy or too cheap to pay for their first set of shots, deworming and constant care pupppies need. A friend of mine bought a puppy from a BYB because he felt bad for it. The people basically kept the dogs in a filthy yard in a shed. It turned out to be a freakin nightmare for him. The pup was undersocialized, fearful, skittish around people and turned out to be a nasty dog that ended up being euth'd for aggression.

X2, I highly doubt these puppies have been properly socialized or taken care of. The registery is a joke. For less than $100 you can get an equal puppy from a shelter whose already been fixed, shots, vetted, chipped, etc. And you'd be saving a life instead of supporting a byb. If you want a breeder puppy take some time to find a good one.

[lomonel]

So You Want a Pit Bull?

You've made up your mind, it's the American Pit Bull Terrier you want as your companion. Are you ready for this breed? Read this article and then decide if you want to go ahead with your decision.


Does your lifestyle fit the American Pit Bull Terrier lifestyle?

These dogs are packed with energy from head to toe. Craving a good run like a champion athlete. Exercise is critical to a heathy, happy bulldog.

High energy is their middle name and is a large part of their personalities. Play, work, and activity is something you must be able to give these dogs


If you're a couch potato you should find another breed to live with.

Do you have the security?

Pit Bull's are the Houdini's of the canine world. Able to leap tall fences with a single bound, dig under them with amazing speed and stealth, and unlock gates that adult people would have trouble with.

Escape will happen if you don't take the precautions to secure their living area.


You should have 6' privacy fence, beware of dog signs, hot wiring at the top and bottom of the fence, out door housing that keeps them out of the sun (even if they live indoors), and supervision are required for these dogs. You can't leave them alone for long outside because one of two things may happen:


They Escape

They're Stolen
Are you prepared for the scrutiny of neighbors and friends?

American Pit Bull Terriers are notorious. They have a bad name and the misinformed public is out to get them.

It seems like everyday another "mauled by pit bull" story runs, diminishing your choice of breed.


People will dislike you for your choice. Some may even try to kill your dog. Others will direct comments at you, vulgar, hateful comments, and friends and family may also be in conflict with your choice.

Be prepared for some rude behavior and protect your dog by teaching food refusal from strangers.

Can you train your dog?

There are two methods of training. One is to train your dog by showing it how to sit and lay down and then quitting. The other lasts forever.

Real training is life long training that starts when the puppy arrives at your home and ends with death.


Unless you're prepared to work with your dog 5-10-15 minutes per day, everyday, all week, every week, all year, every year, you may want to rethink your decision to get a Pit Bull.

Actually, if you're not prepared to train your dog, you should rethink getting any dog. Training is a fact of life and must be done in order to prevent a lot of trouble down the road.

If you can not control your dog, you don't need one.


Can you afford them?

Dog food, vet bills, training, leashes and collars, and dog houses all cost money.

Money you may not have right now. A quality dog food can cost as much as $800 per year.

Do you have this kind of extra money to spend on food? If not, wait until you do before you bring home that puppy.


Do you want a Pit Bull to impress people?

If this is the case, stop! Do not, repeat, do not bring one home. You're doing yourself and the dog a great injustice.

American Pit Bull Terriers are in demand because of their all around strength, agility, great looks, and mystic. Breeders are pumping puppies out like unleaded gasoline.

Puppies are being neglected and bad breeding practices are producing unstable dogs. Beware before you make any final decisions.


If I may point you in a different direction. Every day there are thousands of great bulldogs put down because no one will adopt them or they are deemed "unadoptable" by shelters.

Consider a Rescue Dog.

People who love this breed have created rescues for these dogs and hundreds of dogs are available for adoption.

Rescues are a win-win-win way to go. You give a dog that would otherwise not have a home, a home.

You give your money (which in most cases is a small adoption fee) to the rescue so they can continue their work, and you get an awesome dog that will 9 times out of 10 deliver more than any pure-bred dog could on their best day.


In closing, before you run out and buy a American Pit Bull Terrier, think about your options, make sure you have what it takes to provide and care for the dog, and take your time to find a dog that matches your desires.




Don't Get A Pit Bull

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Recognizing An Unethical Breeder

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Breeder Code of Ethics

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What ??? Should Be Asked When Buying A Pup?

[egershna]

all good points, i have had a pit bull before and know how to care for one... n im not just thinking of gettin one from her because i feel sorry for them... im not quite sure the reason why she is gettin rid of them so early my guess is because it will be valentines day someone will want to give them as a gift, either way i do not think that is an excuse and if i do get one from her i will not go and pick it up until it is at least 8 weeks old bc i myself feel that you shouldnt take them away from their mother before then... i dont know, i have fallen in love with a lil blue/brindle boy! as for were i live, i can have pets because we own the trailer itself, and wouldnt leave it outside unattended bc i wouldnt want someone to try and steal them! i do think that my friend is having them microchipped and could have them registered with the other dog registrations, but is choosing not to

[gugamotina]

all good points, i have had a pit bull before and know how to care for one... n im not just thinking of gettin one from her because i feel sorry for them... im not quite sure the reason why she is gettin rid of them so early my guess is because it will be valentines day someone will want to give them as a gift, either way i do not think that is an excuse and if i do get one from her i will not go and pick it up until it is at least 8 weeks old bc i myself feel that you shouldnt take them away from their mother before then... i dont know, i have fallen in love with a lil blue/brindle boy! as for were i live, i can have pets because we own the trailer itself, and wouldnt leave it outside unattended bc i wouldnt want someone to try and steal them! i do think that my friend is having them microchipped and could have them registered with the other dog registrations, but is choosing not to

Where/when did you get your last pit? You could probably get it fro the same place if it is the same breeder, if you dont plan on showing/competing the dog I would adopt. There are TONS of puppies in shelters that would cost less and would be great dogs. All my dogs except one have been rescues, there is nothing wrong with them if you do your research. Let me know if you are interested in adopting and I will help you step by step!

[egershna]

i had her a few yrs ago... she may have well been a rescue, jus not from a shelter, my friend kno i loved animals and she knew someone that had left the puppies in a house(dont kno if they were comin back for them or not) but she wasnt not even big enough to leave her mom

[gugamotina]

i had her a few yrs ago... she may have well been a rescue, jus not from a shelter, my friend kno i loved animals and she knew someone that had left the puppies in a house(dont kno if they were comin back for them or not) but she wasnt not even big enough to leave her mom

Wait if it was a few years ago and she was a puppy where is she now?

[lomonel]

where is she now?

yes, i agree.. where is she now?

[gugamotina]

Sorry for all the questions I just want to see if you are getting ANOTHER dog or a new dog.

[ricochettty]

The best advice anyone could give you before you get a pup is to read, read, read... everything you can about the breed and how to be responsible owner. Also, it would be best to check with who you are renting the lot from and make sure it's ok for you to have a dog there. Also, will you have your dog as an inside dog or an outside dog? With this breed, it wouldn't be a good idea to make it an outside dog full time unless you have a proper chain set up or you have a fenced in yard, and even then, I'd be leery of going off and leaving it outside unattended.

At any rate, make sure you read as much as you can regarding how to be a responsible owner, and make sure you check with the people you rent land from to make sure it's ok for you to have a dog while renting.

[egershna]

she died...i usually took her out but bc that week had been really bad i slept in late from being exhausted with my grandpas funeral who i had been close to just hadnt seen in a while then the day i went to see him died right there with me in the room... so mom put her out on her chain for a little bit (the cable was ran between 2 trees the length of the back yard with a cable hangin off so she could run the whole back yard.. .somehow her cable got twisted and she basically hung... it was a freak accident, but one that i wont ever allow to happen again!! i still wish to this day i had gone out with her like i usually did

[rouletteroulette]

If your in love...sounds like you found your dog. I don't know how you feel about the pet overpopulation "problem" in the US, but if you happen to think it's horrible and want to do something about it....never pay a cent for a dog. There are way more dogs than ppl who want them, paying is definately optional. I don't necessarily agree with rescuing one "saving a life", since no matter what you do, you are homing one of the millions of available dogs. Paying for one isn't something I would do for a pet quality dog.

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Yikes! That sux

[sportlife]

I totally agree with everyone. Puppies are a lot of work .. Make sure you have time for the puppy and the proper set up for a puppy and everything the puppy needs.

Especially with this amazing breed. If you are renting, ask your landlord if you can have a dog.. that's what you should do first then plan.

Even If you do get this pup, I wish you best of luck but read, read, read up on the breed and be a responsible owner in every way and make sure you make your dog an ambassador for the breed. It's your choice and I wish you the best of luck. If you do get the pup we are always here for advice so don't be afraid to ask any questions. Please keep us updated.