i'm a senior in high school so i;m gone 8-4 Mon-Friday and i like to go out on weekends, im a very loving and good dog owner but i dont know if it will be ok if i leave the dog alone that long. I live in Minnesota where its hella cold, the pit would be a baby (like 7 weeks) so iknow nit to leave it outside but when it gets older would it be ok? is it okfor them to stay in cages?
2007-12-14 04:51:04 · 11 answers · asked by lordzdiamond 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Probably not the best choice for staying alone long periods of time. These dogs need LOTS of excercise, playtime, socialization and obedience classes. They are also very sensitive to hot and cold so shouldn't be outside during extremem temps. Crate training is okay for housebreaking and even bedtime but long periods for large, active breeds can actually add to their aggression and frustration.
Go to dogbreedinfo.com and look around, maybe you will find something more compatible to your lifestyle or better yet contact your local rescue and let them help you find a good match. Try petfinder.com and put in your zip for the ones in your area. BOL!
2007-12-14 04:58:08 · answer #1 · answered by angels4siberians 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
pits are great dogs
however your situation does not seem ideal for any puppy
especially a pit bull
puppies are almost like babies, in a sense of they need alot more attention during the training process than people give them credit for
plus, the pit bull breed is very stubborn an therefore needs strong leaders, someone with alot of experience training and handling dogs so a pit puppy would require almost constant attention
if you don't have alot of time to offer the dog (which you don't if you're in school) then wait it out until you're alittle older before getting a pit
to keep the dog properly socialized throughout its entire life, I would not suggest keeping any dog, especially a pit, outside away from the family
you must consider that very soon you will probably be going off to college or renting; most landlords do not allow dogs and those that do allow dogs usually have regulations against larger dogs or "bully breeds"
2007-12-14 13:07:21 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Well. A Pit Bull is a great choice, but not ideal for you being gone a lot. Pits, just like any other dogs need to be exercised a lot. I would not keep the dog in a cage for a long amount of time. It will also be hard for you to house train/potty train it when the puppy is in the cage most of the time. I hope this helps a little bit. Good Luck with whatever you choose to do.
2007-12-14 12:57:26 · answer #3 · answered by <<XoXo>> 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
If you're going to be getting the dog from a reputable breeder, talk to the breeder about your life-style, they'll be able to tell you if their dogs and you make a good fit. Also, the pup should be at least 8 weeks old before you get it.
If you're getting it from a rescue, you can ask them the same questions.
If you're not getting it from either of these places, make sure that you've checked the mom out and that you take the pup to the vet immediately.
Also, know that pitties are very high-energy dogs, so you need to make sure that you give it plenty of exercise.
As for Minnesota, if you wouldn't be comfortable outside, neither would the dog. Dogs are pack animals, so they like to be inside with their people.
Cage? or crate? There is a difference. You can crate train your dog - it will help with all other training too.
2007-12-14 13:07:17 · answer #4 · answered by alecto02 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Pit Bulls are not good dogs for the first time dog owner. Also, were you planning on going to college next year, and if so, what where you planning to do with the dog?
2007-12-14 16:46:11 · answer #5 · answered by BostonJeffy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pitties need LOTS of individual attention. Well, all dogs need individual attention - but pitties especially.
As a high school student - you have a LOT on your plate right now - and going to college or trade school means even more on your plate that really needs to take priority over a new puppy.
I would urge you to wait until you're out of school and settled into a career/trade before getting a dog of any kind.
And then, research the breed of choice thoroughly so you can see how you will have to adjust your life to meet Fido's needs.
But pitties are wonderful dogs - great for young adults - and they're fabulous family pets too! Did you know that Helen Keller (the famous deaf/blind woman) owned pitties?
2007-12-14 12:57:47 · answer #6 · answered by Barbara B 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
No you should not get a pit bull. The fact that you are asking strangers to make decision for you says to me that you have done NO research on the breed. 7 weeks is TOO young and 'leaving them in cages' has a thin line between neglect/abuse and proper training.
2007-12-14 13:00:01 · answer #7 · answered by Scelestus Unus 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
From reading your last question...I would say definitely no.
If you want to leave your dog outside...what is the point of even getting one?
This is a very powerful breed and it needs a lot of training and time.
Why not go to your local shelter and also do some research on different breeds. Might want to start with a smaller one as your first dog.
2007-12-14 12:59:03 · answer #8 · answered by LuvMyBT's 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I would say no to any puppy. Puppies needs alot of training and socializing, especially during the first 2 years.
They are A LOT of work.
Pitts especially need a strong, consistent handler. They are not for everyone. It's the same with other powerful breeds.
Plus, there is the possibility you will be leaving for college next year, or be busy with college.
A lot of apt. complexes will not rent to people with Pitts.
2007-12-14 12:57:35 · answer #9 · answered by maxmom 7 · 3⤊ 1⤋
No dog should stay outside all day and you can't leave a puppy alone for 8 hrs and expect to housetrain it.
2007-12-14 13:27:01 · answer #10 · answered by Sandy Sandals 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋