[actifadepette]

Hey guys!
I got my girl Tipsey about 2 years ago from the shelter. We all have assumed she is a pit bull mix but we have no idea what she is mixed with! I'd appreciate any guesses!
She is around 4 years old and a little on the chubby side but she acts like a six month old! Always either sleeping or causing trouble. Our neighbors are weary of her (one time she got out of the yard and the neighbor a few yards over called animal control because he was worried that she might eat someone's grandkids. Really?) but when people get to know her, they end up loving her.
She loves to play with our two puppies but when she is all played out, she escapes the madness by jumping on their dog house and taking a nap out of everyone's reach.
Enough talking, picture time!

[Petrushkaukrop]

Yes. Its your run of the mill mix breed dog.

[Marc Spilkintin]

She looks like a generic bull breed type mix.

And please don't leave her unsupervised with other dogs.

[bitymnmictada]

She looks chunky :-/,


-Gerry

[Laqswrnm]

What they were TRYING to say was WELCOME to PBC, you have a gorgeous dog there. I'm sure she is a great advocate for the breed, and as long as it's paired with responsible ownership, she'll stay that way . Love her markings.

[Marc Spilkintin]

She looks chunky :-/,


-Gerry

The OP said the dog is a "little on the chubby side"... I didn't feel like putting in the effort to correct

[luffyplayaz]

Love how she gets on top of the dog house to get away from the other dogs - too cute and very smart lol!!

I must say her eyes are amazing - it matches her coat. =)

Welcome to PBC - I think you will find a lot of information on the site.

[23InetrySypekek]

Welcome to PBC
What a beautiful girl. How much does she weigh?
I also thought it was cute that she jumps on top of the dog house to "escape" the puppies lol.

[Sertvfdnhgjk]

Welcome!

Her brindle is very pretty. I agree that she looks like some kind of bull breed mix to me as well.

[DoctorWeryDolt]

I wouldn't say pit bull mix, but she does look like a bully mix. Also, PLEASE don't let her get loose again. It is not hard to properly contain a dog. I'd call animal control on her too if I saw her running out. Bully breeds are prone to DA and have high prey drive. A loose bully can easily get into a fight with another dog or kill someone's cat. And you'll have hell to pay.

Remember never to leave her alone with other dogs as well.

That being said, I'd like to welcome you. You have a very pretty dog. And there's so much you can learn here.

[actifadepette]

Thanks for the welcomes, I hope to pick up lots of information here about training as well as the history of the breed.
I don't know how much she weighs but I know that when I want to pick her up, I can so she definitely isn't over 100lbs.
Thanks for the advice about not leaving her out unsupervised with other dogs, but I am going to be completely honest with all of you- she likes her three dog friends and they like her, they have always been and will continue to be out together 24/7 whether there is supervision or not. She has never showed aggression towards another dog. If she starts showing it, that'll be a different story - but until then, she will have the priviledge of being a dog and having dog friends.
We are keeping a closer eye on all of the dogs to keep them from escaping. They are only out in the yard when someone is home and checking in on them. If we go out to eat or everyone in the house is doing things away from the window, they are locked in their kennel or the breezeway with their food and water. And no, they are not locked up for hours and hours. We understand that they are dogs and they need their space to play, which is why they have a 1/2 acre all to themselves.
I hopefully addressed everything, sorry if I sound rude or overly defensive about anything, I was just trying to explain everything but I know I can be bias.
And for those of you who guessed, thanks! What is the difference from a pit mix to a bully mix

[OnerePeepsy]

Dogs settle arguments with their teeth. So, you either listen to the advice given to you, or you come home to a dead or damaged dog at some point in your life. It's up to you.

Being a responsible APBT owner
The APBT and Aggression
DON'T Leave your Dogs Unsupervised
Proper Containment
Always Expect a Bulldog To Fight

Those should be good reading for you. I suggest you sit down and thoroughly read through each thread. They are stickied for a reason.

[iceleliewBync]

Is it just me but the tail looks really thick, compared to a apbt tail that is.

[iceleliewBync]

Thanks for the welcomes, I hope to pick up lots of information here about training as well as the history of the breed.
I don't know how much she weighs but I know that when I want to pick her up, I can so she definitely isn't over 100lbs.
Thanks for the advice about not leaving her out unsupervised with other dogs, but I am going to be completely honest with all of you- she likes her three dog friends and they like her, they have always been and will continue to be out together 24/7 whether there is supervision or not. She has never showed aggression towards another dog. If she starts showing it, that'll be a different story - but until then, she will have the priviledge of being a dog and having dog friends.
We are keeping a closer eye on all of the dogs to keep them from escaping. They are only out in the yard when someone is home and checking in on them. If we go out to eat or everyone in the house is doing things away from the window, they are locked in their kennel or the breezeway with their food and water. And no, they are not locked up for hours and hours. We understand that they are dogs and they need their space to play, which is why they have a 1/2 acre all to themselves.
I hopefully addressed everything, sorry if I sound rude or overly defensive about anything, I was just trying to explain everything but I know I can be bias.
And for those of you who guessed, thanks! What is the difference from a pit mix to a bully mix

That is very good advise that they gave you. Since you are a novice to the breed, its understandable for you to think that way. However, they can be best friends for years and all of a sudden you have a dead dog. I have personally seen that happen. Take the advise that people give you. The people telling you this just dont want to see one of your dogs dead, it will happen no matter how friendly they are with each other at some point things will go wrong, its the breed. Please supervise them or separate them.

[Buincchotourbss]

Dogs settle arguments with their teeth. So, you either listen to the advice given to you, or you come home to a dead or damaged dog at some point in your life. It's up to you.

Being a responsible APBT owner
The APBT and Aggression
DON'T Leave your Dogs Unsupervised
Proper Containment
Always Expect a Bulldog To Fight

Those should be good reading for you. I suggest you sit down and thoroughly read through each thread. They are stickied for a reason.

This...

My dogs get along great, too.. and once in a while a play session turns into a little too serious "You mad, bro?" stand off. This is why there is supervised play. Always. No matter what.

[Sertvfdnhgjk]

She has never showed aggression towards another dog. If she starts showing it, that'll be a different story - but until then, she will have the priviledge of being a dog and having dog friends.

Dogs don't always "show signs of aggression." Sometimes they're cold and dog-friendly and then like the flip of a switch they can turn hot and become dog aggressive. What if her first time showing dog aggression is when you're not around and you come home to a dead dog? The "benefits" really aren't worth the risks, not to me at least.

[Sertvfdnhgjk]

Is it just me but the tail looks really thick, compared to a apbt tail that is.

I saw that as well.. I didn't even see bull breed in her until the last 2 pics.

[iceleliewBync]

Dogs don't always "show signs of aggression." Sometimes they're cold and dog-friendly and then like the flip of a switch they can turn hot and be dog aggressive. What if her first time showing dog aggression is when you're not around and you come home to a dead dog? The "benefits" really aren't worth the risks, not to me at least.

Exactly but people that have never owned the breed think they are like labs, or like their retriever. Its not, not even close. If thats the way they think, they will have dead dogs plain and simple.

[Sertvfdnhgjk]

Hopefully the OP will read the stickies provided

[actifadepette]

Yes, I plan on reading all the stickies provided, because I do want to learn about the breed.
However, this is really bugging me. Maybe it's because I'm young and like to think positively or maybe its because I'm dumb and trust Tipsey too much. I don't know but I'm going to say it anyways.
I came onto this forum expecting you people to be understanding of these dogs. I expected all of you to think of your pitbull being dog friendly and not the terrorists people make them out to be. However, you all seem to agree on the fact that one day my dog will turn psyco and kill her friends. Sure, some of you guys have experience with that and you want to be on the safe side. But do you really have to tell me to prepare for when that happens? You don't know my dog. You don't know her personality. All you know is what I have told you. Funny thing is, I've found more supportive people who are proud of the 'aggressive breed' dogs and their abilities to get along well with other animals (even prey animals) on a horse forum. So, thanks for the advice. I will be on to read the stickies. But it is doubtful I will come back onto here trying to show off my dog and get breed guesses. She and I are obviously not welcomed.
Thank you and goodbye.