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The most troublesome and boring aspect of owning a pet pit bull according to most owners is training. Though boring, early obedience training for pit bulls is very essential, otherwise they may become disobedient and even aggressive. A poorly bred pit bull is often a danger to the people around it. Also, it is necessary to teach housebreaking to a pit bull when it is still a puppy.
The first thing that a pit bull needs to be trained in is housebreaking. Pit bull puppies have weak bladders, which they may need to eliminate almost every hour. Have specific meal times for the puppy and then take it out. Over time, puppies will begin to recognize this place by its smell. It's no fun to be woken in the middle of a night by a puppy whining to go potty, but it takes endurance in the first few months. As pit bulls grow older, their bladder control improves, but it will be a while before they can hold their bladders overnight. Another method is paper training, where newspaper can be spread at spots within the house. However, paper training is not good as it gives the pit bull the idea that it is okay to poop inside the house.
Pitbulls are athletic dogs and so they need stamina and strength training. The most common way to teach almost all dogs is by drive and tracking. A ball and string can be used for this. Show the ball to the pit bull until its curiosity is aroused and then roll the ball on the floor, away from the pit bull. The pit bull will begin chasing after it. Using this tactic, several tricks can be taught to the pit bull.
Pit bulls are intelligent dogs. They respond to commands. Pit bulls can be trained to understand commands such as 'go', 'fetch', 'heel' and they also recall to their names. Repeating the commands over and over helps the dog to learn faster. Such obedience training must not be taken lightly as it may sometimes be a lifesaver to the dog.
Training a dog requires patience and affection on the part of the trainer. Pit bulls are sensitive and they should never be hit or yelled at when training. This may have an adverse effect and they may not respond to training at all. They may also fight back and nip or bite people. A slight reprimand, with a strong 'No' is enough to make a pit bull stop any undesirable activity. It is important to be consistent in pit bull training. If you train a pit bull for a couple of days and then decide to take a break, then the whole thing is going to be a worthless affair.
However, there are many ways in which pit bull training can be made exciting to both dog and owner. The training also provides some exercise to the owner and goes a long way in making the dog a trustworthy and able companion.
» left by Anonymous (2 years 163 days ago.)
yes very helpful because i need to know as mutch about pitbulls as possible to train mine when i get it very soon i hope. Respond to this comment
» left by Holly from Oregon (2 years 143 days ago.)
Pitbulls in general are NOT agressive dogs. By nature, they are like labrador retrievers, high strung and intelligent. They can be trained easily because of there loyalty to people. Pitbulls should not be singled out as bitters. I have never come across a pitbull who would bite as because scared, if anything they hide and cower. ANY dog can bite you if frightened enough. Pitbulls are extemely misunderstood. They ARE great dogs for children and get along with other dogs if socialized properly. Respond to this comment
» left by david from blairsville ga (1 year 175 days ago.)
thank you very much now i have the most agressive dog on the block but she is obiedient loyal and most of all my baby some one has offered me 3000$ for her but u cant put a price on a freind Respond to this comment
» left by Erica from Massachusetts (293 days 9 hours ago.)
I have 2 pit girls Lady (Kolby.Eli bloodliines) and Bella (Kolby. Chinamen bloodlines). They are my sweet sweet babies. Lady is 9mos and Bella is 4mos. Lady used to be dog aggressive and I took a chance with getting Bella but it has worked. Lady not only adores Bella, but gets along with all other dogs now. Respond to this comment
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