I want a American Pit Bull Terrier that is not going to harm other dogs or people especially children. Any suggestions to where i can get one from a breeder?
2006-10-31 16:36:20 · 7 answers · asked by Ben 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
there are over 6,000 of them here. If you click on a picture or name, it will usually tell you how that dog is with kids and other pets> http://search.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?action=1&pet.Breed=Pit+Bull+Terrier&pet.Animal=Dog&exact=1&preview=1
Just put in your own zip code to find the perfect dog nearest you.. Happy Shopping!
So many of these are already nicely trained, which is a big plus!
check out this Saffy! > http://search.petfinder.com/petnote/displaypet.cgi?petid=6723332
this is the site for Staff Terriers, so check it out too> http://search.petfinder.com/search/search.cgi?action=1&pet.Animal=Dog&pet.Breed=staffordshire+terrier&pet.Age=&pet.Size=&pet.Sex=&location=TX&preview=1&scope=0&x=10&y=9#
2006-10-31 21:00:10 · answer #1 · answered by Chetco 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
APBT's are great dogs to have around family, but the chances are not good about behaving well around other dogs. Remember, these dogs have been bred for 100's of years to be fighters. Some pits will tolerate other dogs, some will not. You can socialize them all you want, but you can't change their genetic structure. Being a pitbull owner requires you to be an interactive owner. Irresponsible pit owners are the reason breed specific legislation threatens to take these loving animals away from us. If you can be a responsible owner, get one. But please get one from a rescue or shelter. Not from some back yard breeder who is only looking to make a buck.
2006-11-01 07:31:29 · answer #2 · answered by La P 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You'll want a puppy and know-how. Put an ad in the paper and check with the local pound. Provided you don't want to spend $300+.
2006-11-01 00:44:52 · answer #3 · answered by Hans 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to this site
http://www.btca.com/Breeder%20Referral/Breeder%20Refferal.htm
Scroll down to the bottom of the page where it says:
"For information on Bull Terrier breeders in your area,
local clubs and activities, or specific questions about
the breed, please send an email with your city and state to:
BTCAinfo@aol.com"
2006-11-01 01:16:00 · answer #4 · answered by Blossom 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I BELIEVE IT'S BETTER TO RAISE ONE FROM A PUP. BUT IT'S MUCH HARDER WORK THEN IF YA GOT AN OLDER ONE FROM A PIT BULL RESCUE SHELTER. I HAVE 2 PITS AND 2 KIDS AND I'M NOT SURE WHO LOVES WHO MORE. JUST REMEMBER IT'S SOOOO IMPORTANT TO PROPERLY SOCIALIZE THEM FROM THE TIME THEY'RE 5-6 WEEKS OLD. I WOULD TAKE THEM EVERY WHERE WITH ME TO GET THEM USED TO EVERY THING.
2006-11-01 06:04:37 · answer #5 · answered by kriztles 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I would try my local pitbull rescue.....before putting them up for adoption a responsible rescue will test them for temperment with other dogs as well as children.....if you get a puppy just remember the most important thing is SOCIALIZE!!!!!!! and training.....good luck...also spay/neuter your new dog .....
2006-11-01 12:04:39 · answer #6 · answered by Ronni F 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
put an ad in the paper or see if a local veterinarian has any clients who are breeders.
2006-11-01 00:37:57 · answer #7 · answered by mighty_power7 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋