how do i train a pit bull?

Question

i have a 3 month old red nose, she is a good puppy. she listens to me, but i still have a few problems with her, shes already obedient but once she is older how will i control her? how will i stop her from jumping over the gate? how do i het her to stop jumping on my guests? how do i get her to stop eating my mothers plants? how do i get her to do her business in one area of my lawn?

Answer 1

You really need to get a couple of good and modern books on dog training as there is simply not room for an answer to your questions in this media type. More then one because each book author will have an opinion and of course his way is the best. This is especially true with a Pit Bull/AmStaff because of their unwarranted bad publicity - mistakes tolerated in other breeds will be made into a big deal with a Pit. What I do believe is that with any Terrier or defensive breed, coddling is a no no - gentle but firm is usually a good idea with them.

Answer 2

ive had and trained many pit bulls, the trick is to never LET them get out of control. a big pet peev with me is the jumping. none of my pits do this, but when they first came to my they were like tazmanian devils. use your knees, when the dog goes to jump, raise your knee so that theyre chest hits it, them push them down harshly, and say NO!. they will only try this for so long and then suddenly its not fun anymore. make sure your guests all give her the same treatment. as for jumping over the gate. i might only suggest a really good gate, lol, some just like to jump them and cant really be stopped. i hope i was able to address the more serious of the issues. good luck.

Answer 3

wow, you have the same problems we had with our male pit. he's 1 and half now. i know it sounds mean but i had to take a belt to him. now when he sees the belt he decides he will be a good boy. but at times he challenges me to chase him around the house, which is what he wants me to do. it doesn't happen, cuz i'm the mommy. as far as chewing your plants, if possible try putting them up out of her reach. Gunner still jumps on company, but he's getting better at that to. i have told anyone that comes over to push him back and say "NO" in a firm voice. jumping up on people is not okay for any breed. as your little girl get's older you'll figure out how to control her. it takes patience and love and all will fall into place. pits are stubborn, so make sure that you stay in control of her not the other way around. pits are also big clowns, so if she does something she's not suppose to, but at the same time funny, you must punish her and then go laugh. don't worry so much, just be the best pitbull mommy you can be. and if you have more concerns, we are here to help you. good luck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Answer 4

to get her to go potty in one area of your yard:
While you are potty training her, or if you already have, when u take her out for breaks, take her on a leash, even in your yard and take her to the area you want her to go in and say "Take a break" or "Go potty" or whatever you want to say- same thing every time. Then start letting her out without the leash- going with her and telling her "Take a break"- put a leash back on if necessary to get her to go in that area. She'll start associating the area with the order.
For the gate, you have to be sure your yard can contain the dog and that would mean altering your gate or fencing to allow for adequate containment of the dog. No matter how good the dog is or how well trained, you will need to be sure the fencing can keep the dog in because any dog can get excited or be teased or just get bored and want to try getting over the fence. I had a German Shepherd dog that could clear an eight foot fence when chain link. I had to adjust the containment to be adequate. That meant outdoor kennel, completely enclosed for outdoor time. She was basically an indoor dog. She had regular walks each day but just loved to get over the fence anytime she was in the yard without supervision so that is why I had to build the kennel (the size of a double garage) for when she was outside.
For the jumping on guests, one of the hardest things about this is the GUESTS that want to say "Awww, that's okay" and they encourage the dog to go ahead and jump. You got to be firm with them, too. When guests come and you are training the dog, have the dog on a leash and order it to get in a "down" position and correct it when it tries to get up or jump on guests. When that happens, tell the guests that insist on having the dog jump on them that the DOG IS IN TRAINING and you need to keep them down because there are guests you don't want your dog jumping on and so you are training the dog not to jump on ANY.
For plants, try to keep non-toxic plants inside because sometimes a dog otherwise well-behaved can suddenly get the itch to chew on a plant. A puppy will chew on anything. So it needs lots of supervision until well trained. I utilized (did NOT over use) a kennel cab for unsupervised short periods of time.
I have three dogs, and one is a Pit Bull and she was the easiest to train. When TEETHING, especially during the latter phase when the adult teeth are growing in, she put two holes in the wall, and that was with almost constant supervision. The kennel cab helped but couldn't stop all bad chewing. She had lots of chew toys and nylabones,etc but she liked to look out the window of the front door and in a few unguarded moments, took to the WALL.
The good news is, she did out grow this with continued training and reinforcement and as a result of outgrowing that stage.

Answer 5

Good for you! It is very important to train your dog properly. I suggest you buy some dog training manuals. You have a LOT of questions and more will come up! also look into obedience classes in your area, that will help the most.

Answer 6

Obedience classes now & get some books on dog training. Most will start out with puppies & go on to future training in yeas to come.

Keep in mind that the stronger the temperament the stronger you need to be in your corrections. You don't want to stomp your feet & yell at a timid dog any more than simply saying no to a strong willed dog. Use only the force necessary.

Most dogs respond with simple corrections, they will be explained in your books.

My sister owns two Pitts & one is always challenging her for dominance. She rules with stiff corrections to always keep him in check. It appears to be a life time thing but she never gives in to him.

Answer 7

Please take the puppy to a professional trainer who specializes in gentle training such as clicker training. A pit bull is not a breed to try to train yourself. Local shelters often have inexpensive classes, as do pet store chains. Start with "Puppy Kindergarten" and at a minimum, beginning obedience. It is critical that she be trained and socialized to mind you in any situation.

Those of us with small dogs and children will thank you.

Answer 8

First thing, get off the yola...

Then get some training manuals or obedience classes.

Answer 9

potty training- http://www.dogtrainingbasics.com/Potty%20Training%20Basics.htm

jumping-
http://www.wikihow.com/Stop-a-Dog-From-Jumping

plant eating-
http://www.wikihow.com/Stop-Your-Dog-from-Eating-Your-Plants

jumping over gate. keep it on a leash and when she tries to jump over, turn and go the other way, so she knows that when she jumps, she doesnt get what she wants

Answer 10

My sister has a pit bull. It is always 'out of hand'.

So, how do you train it?? Easy.....IT TRAINS YOU!!!! :(