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Proper exercise tips for your Pit Bull
from:Pit Bulls are very active and athletic dogs. They have an unlimited supply of energy and can play for long hours without tiring. You will seldom find a Pit Bull resting in a shade for a long period of time, but you will often see one that is running and jumping around with the passion and enthusiasm that only a Pit Bull can have.
You need to take certain precautions to make sure that your Pit Bull's exercise is both fun and safe. You should always have him wear a leash whenever you take him outside. Regardless of how smart or trustworthy he is, he should never be allowed to go off leash unless he is in your yard and surrounded by a tall and sturdy fence. When excited, even the smartest and the most trustworthy of dogs will sometimes forget their training for just a moment, which is all it takes to scare other people, run in front of traffic, or run away altogether.
You should never let your Pit Bull run free in public places. No matter how gentle and friendly he is, he could be perceived as a threat or a nuisance, especially for those who have a prejudiced opinion against his breed. Furthermore, many places prohibit dogs, especially dogs that are off their leash. And if your Pit Bull is not wearing a leash and an accident happens that involves another human, you are morally and legally responsible for it. Having the potential of endangering your dog's life and possibly endangering another human being is not worth letting your dog run around without a leash.
There are great ways of giving your Pit Bull his exercise, while keeping him on a leash. Taking him for a walk is an excellent low impact exercise for both you and your dog. You can start with a short walk and then gradually work your way up to longer distances. An adult Pit Bull should get a minimum of half a mile of daily walking, and of course more is always better.
Pit Bull puppies should never be walked long distances because too much walking can damage their developing bones. Older dogs and obese dogs should not be forced to walk farther than they can comfortably handle. Jogging is another fun exercise you can do with your dog. However, you have to work up to longer distances gradually.
As a safety measure, avoid jogging with your dog during hot weather. Pit Bulls are not built to be marathon runners; they cannot cool themselves as well as humans can and might suffer from heatstroke. Also avoid jogging your dog on hard surfaces which are bad for their joints. Always check the footpads for abrasions, tearing, gravel, or blistering from hot concrete. During winter, check in between the pads for balls of ice.
Teaching your Pit Bull to sit and stay
Now that your Pit Bull has learned to follow the command "come," he is ready for his next trick Another very useful behavior that you can teach your dog is to learn how to "sit" "Sit" is one of the simplest tricks to teach Learning this behavior is vital because it is an effective way to control your dog and also help you set the foundation for other training to follow It is very easy.....More on Blue Pit Bull Terriers
Choosing your Pit Bull puppy from the litter
So you have chosen to add a baby Pit Bull to your family You have learned about its history as well as its unfair controversies You have taken your time, searched high and low, and finally found a number of good breeders who have perfect lovable litters for you to choose from Now comes the dilemma; which puppy should you pick Both Pit Bull males and females make equally good pets Mal.....More on Blue Pit Bull Terriers
History of the Pit Bull Part 2
During part one of our brief history of the Pit Bull we touched up on the origins of the fighting arena which included this dog From Rome to Britain, these dogs were used as fighting sport dogs which ranged in battles with other Pit Bulls, to lions, to animals as fierce as cage bulls, in which this dog invariably got its name In order to understand the influence that created the Pit Bull o.....More on Blue Pit Bull Terriers
The best leash for your Pit Bull
Your Pit Bull is a very strong and powerful dog with a not so good reputation Since he can be very intimidating to a lot of people, no matter how gentle and well trained he is, many are still going to be petrified if they see him unleashed and running down the street with a grin on his face Because of your dogand#39;s strength and ability, he would need a strong and sturdy leash to keep him u.....More on Blue Pit Bull Terriers
How to introduce a new dog in the house to meet your Pit Bull
Is it wise to have more than one Pit Bull in one house Does it matter if the other dog is a male or a female How about a Pit Bull and a dog of another breed The answers to these questions all depend on the following factors: Your Pit Bull, his environment, his early exposures to other pets, and your commitment to train your dog properly and keep the peace in your household You have a b.....More on Blue Pit Bull Terriers
House training your Pit Bull puppy
To begin the house training process with your Pit Bull puppy, you need to first determine a suitable place outside your house where he can relieve himself Once you have found that place, give your puppy a little tour around to let him get acquainted with the new area The next step is to restrict his freedom inside the house Your Pit Bull puppy is less inclined to relieve himself near h.....More on Blue Pit Bull Terriers
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