I have two male pits 'n I JUST DONT WANT TO GET RID OF ANY OF THEM. But one is very aggressive towards the other one, and is always trying to fight him especially when I'm around both of them. I don't know what to do, it hurts so much to see them fight 'n hurting eachother....It's just a night mare. I'm so confused that I can't even make a right decision on what to do with them :(
2007-03-06 18:33:01 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
I also have 2 male pitbulls. They are both rescues and we got them at different times. Luckily, they both get along great. The one PB is a little more dominant than the other one, but never fights w/him. Are your dogs neutered? Did you get them at the same time and how long have you had them for? Both of ours are neutered. And, another thing that might help too is them getting alot of excercise..lots of it! I take the boys out everyday (weather permitting) for at least an hour, 2 x's a day. And, those walks are very important! At least 45 mins. Hope this helps! Putting a dog down is not always the solution. Unfortunately, that's what most people would say because we're talking about pitbulls here. But, please, do NOT put the dog down! If things do not work out, i would think about finding him a good home, where he would be the only dog, preferably someone who has experience with the Bully breed. :)
2007-03-06 18:58:46 · answer #1 · answered by ~D~ 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
First of all, get the one that is most aggressive neutered..that is likely to help a lot, although it may take 2 or 3 weeks to calm down his testosterone.
the problem is, that you have not asserted yourself as pack leader..so the dominant dog has decided that he will be the leader.
YOU must take control and become their leader..When you are with them, have the dominant one on a leash..Demand that he 'sit' before every meal or treat...show him that you are his leader. If he lunges or moves aggressively toward the other, take him immediately out of the same room, and ignore him for about 2-5 minutes..then go get him and begin again..This will take some work and dedication, but it is the only way you will bring peace.Be certain that you are giving as much praise as correction..to both dogs. .
2007-03-07 03:52:06 · answer #2 · answered by Chetco 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's obvious that you haven't been assertive enough with your dogs. All dogs, especially "pit bulls"/APBT's, need to be put in there place. You need to teach them that you are the pack leader. Normally, it isn't wise to get two dogs of the same sex. I have two APBT's - one female and one male - and a cat. I've let them know I'm the pack leader then goes the cat then my female (she's the dominate one) then the male.
The best thing for you to do now is get them BOTH neutered and separate the dogs. Ask a family member or friend to watch one of them. Try to spend an equal amount of time with the both of them, it could be a jealousy problem. Just don't put any of them down. :)
2007-03-07 08:12:05 · answer #3 · answered by ♥ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
~D~ is right, exercise can help quite a bit. Your vet may have some suggestions about ways to modify their behavior. We have two doberman's that fight, though they've never seriously injured each other. Pits are dominant, and aggressive animals. Two large males in one household may be the problem. If the dogs are rescue dogs or were used to fight at one time it may be that they are actually afraid of each other and separating them may be best for both.
2007-03-07 03:08:38 · answer #4 · answered by zepgirl2001 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If they are both the same sex it is a good idea to get a home for the other one. Two males will fight, two females will fight. For their safety, you need to remove one of them. Also, they won't distinguish a human when they get in a frenzy and they can attack a human and cause serious damage.
2007-03-07 03:08:13 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to become the pack leader in your home and anywhere you allow your dogs too go (a walk, the park, in the car, etc...) Owners need too set rules, boundries and limitations for their pet when it comes to bad behavior. The rules are to treat the breed first, dog second and, pet last. Dogs can sense weakness in other dogs and their owners! You cannot be the weakest link in the chain! You must set the tone and become the pack leader in your home and anywhere the dogs go within the environment you allow them!
2007-03-07 10:04:02 · answer #6 · answered by Kenner 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cal the Cesar Milan the dog whisperer...he loves red zone cases. I too have a pit bull, but he is an only "child".
2007-03-07 09:18:14 · answer #7 · answered by deb 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to do what is best for the animals....If you need to give you up for the safety of the two then do it. If you dont, then you may lose both to death.
2007-03-07 02:39:10 · answer #8 · answered by Dr-Brain 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Let them fight and keep the survivor
2007-03-07 04:16:08 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
give one to a friend or family member that you trust otr visit often. then you can see it regularly.
2007-03-07 02:36:14 · answer #10 · answered by butters 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋