[PilotVertolet]

Hey, I'm new here. Just adopted a little pit bull puppy. I'm pretty familiar with big, strong, stubborn dog breeds (hounds, German Shepherds, rottweilers), and, how to train them properly. I'm going to assume that the same methods (positive reinforecement, repetition, etc.) will work on this little guy. He already seems so smart. I was just wondering if there's anything I should know before we get started on his "schooling". Other than that, he is such an affectionate little guy, good with my 7 year old daughter, the rest of the family. His favorite game is tug-o-war. Loves to be held, heck, he loves attention of any kind, and, after only 4 days in my home, already loves to go for a ride in my truck. So, needless to say, he's a keeper.

Please feel free to leave me a message in my mailbox if you feel there's any advice you have that is important. I know I'm taking on a big responsibiilty taking in a pit bull. I also know the breed has been demonized by the media. The pits I've been around have only been superb family dogs who lived to be petted or rubbed behind the ears. I just want him to grow to be a well mannered, affectionate, family dog.

Thanks,

Zekesdad

[Kimaamighed]

Congrats on your first P.B !! You'll get plenty of helpful advice here...

Check out some of these forums;

Health & Nutritional Care

Training & Behavior

Obedience & Sports

[VIAGRAENLINOBARATOCAMPRAR]

Biggest Bully Rule::::::Never Trust A Bulldog Not to Fight:::::::::::::::::::Breaksticks are a must::::::::::::Welcome and check the Stickies Debbie has up for ya.

[KeettyGlots]

Pictures!!!

[adultcheee]

If you are new to the breed or want to pick up the basics in a hurry, here are some must reads. In every section you will see "Sticky Threads" that are put there because they have important information that is vital to "raising" this breed properly. Below I consolidated just a few that will help you get a headstart...

Pit Bulls and Dog parks
http://www.pitbull-chat.com/showthread.php?t=3113

Degrees of Exposure...Grading the Safe Places for your "Bulldog"
http://www.pitbull-chat.com/showthread.php?t=33757

Always Expect a Bulldog To Fight
http://www.pitbull-chat.com/showthread.php?t=13984

Owners Code of Ethics
http://www.pitbull-chat.com/showthread.php?t=2264

DON'T Leave your Dogs Unsupervised
http://www.pitbull-chat.com/showthread.php?t=2779

NILIF Training
http://www.pitbull-chat.com/showthread.php?t=1571

Misconception of Dominance Theory
http://www.pitbull-chat.com/showthread.php?t=10081

Developmental stages of a Dog
http://www.pitbull-chat.com/showthread.php?t=10080

Responsible uses of a Breakstick
http://www.pitbull-chat.com/showthread.php?t=1513

Crate Training by Huskylove
http://www.pitbull-chat.com/showthread.php?t=5681

Crate and Rotate
http://www.pitbull-chat.com/showthread.php?t=7289

I know this seems like a lot of reading but actually these just scratch the surface of what you need to know about this breed (bulldogs in general). By taking the time to read thru these threads and other "Sticky" threads, you will jump ahead in knowledge which can only help you raise your dog in a better and safer enviroment.

[girlsround]

Yes, NEVER TRUST A BULLDOG NOT TO FIGHT.....that is rule #1 in my book.

[ëàìèíàò]

Welcome and congrats on your new family member. Do you have other dogs in the home now? That would be the first thing I would read up on if you did. There is a wealth of information on this forum to give you a great start.

[immewaycypef]

Glad you picked only "THE BEST BREED OUT THERE """****ahem*lol,no really, welcome and you will learn lots here

[stoneeZef]

congrats on the new baby! you will learn alot here i have learned things i never knew before and have had bully breeds before and trained them on my own.

[UFJon]

welcome to the forum another important rule is do not let the dog off leash when walking and what not.

[glopomcyte]

WELCOME and CONGRATS on the new addition!

Check out the training section and post some picts when you have a chance.