Pitbull FAQs – Questions And Answers On The Adorable Dog Breed

Some of the best dog food for a pit bull puppy available in the market is

• Earthborn Grain free food
• BLUE Wilderness
• Orijen
• Wellness Core
• Canine Formula, Taste of the Wild

Normally, no. The pink nose suggests that the dog might have crucial dilution genes, maybe liver and probably blue as well. Pittie mongrels are known to have crazy colors.

There are some important things that need to be kept in mind while caring for your Pit Bull and Boxer mix puppy

A few of the health issues to keep track of

• Cherry eye or cataracts
• All types of allergies including chemicals, grass, food, etc.
• Common infections
• Ringworms, dandruff, etc.
• Deformed ball and knee socket
• Congenital heart trouble, heartworm, heart attack, etc.
• Obesity concern

Grooming tips

• Even though these dogs are not frequent shedders, the summer months can be quite worrisome. Grooming and brushing once every seven days can help reduce shedding.
• Once a month bath can keep the pit bull-boxer mix looking and smelling good.
• Do not also forget to trim their nails, brush their teeth, and clean their ears on a consistent basis to avoid infection.

Training commands

They are quite intelligent and training them can be easy at times. You should handle them with care as they carry stubbornness traits in their bloodlines, and occasional erratic non-cooperative behavior.
Normally, Boxer-Pitbull breeds are not heavy barking dogs.

Habitat needs

Pitbull – Boxer breeds are excellent companions to have in the family. But, having access to plenty of green space is a necessity to maintain a healthy dog.

Exercise schedule

• Being a very athletic and muscular dog breed, allowing them to run, and walk around several times a day is a must. Dogs can also become couch potatoes just like humans.
• Another important factor to be taken into account is the right kind of food the dog has to eat because non-reputable foods can ruin the dog’s metabolism in a drastic way.

Mainly due to their aggressive bloodlines, pit bulls do not show any kind of pity or mercy even to other domesticated animals and other pets if the need arises.

However, according to reports pit bulls are responsible for more than 68 percent of overall dog attacks and around 53 percent of dog-involved deaths.

Like all other pit bulls, Razor’s Edge pit bull is active and robust. Pit bulls are normally bred to hunt and take care of livestock and they do their job quite well.

All pit bull-type dogs are dangerous if not handled properly and a black nose pit bull is no different.

APBT is normally regarded as an elegant pit bull dog. They are not a breed, but just a common name for a group of dogs such as Staffordshire Bull terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Bull Terrier, and American Pit Bull Terrier.

One of a king giant dog, a cross between an American Pit Bull Terrier and an American bulldog, Hulk is more than 175 pounds. Not yet fully grown, Hulk is the most massive dog the world has ever seen.

The pit bull is a cross between an American Pitbull Terrier and breeding bulldogs as such. They are hunting cum catching dogs used for bull-baiting and other kinds of blood sports.

Am Staffs are at times wrongly identified as pit bull dogs. This is mainly due to the fact that in history, American Pit Bull Terrier, Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, and the Staffordshire Bull terrier belonged to the same dog breed some time ago.

In the UK certain dog types such as the Fila Brasileiro, the Dogo Argentino, the Japanese Tosa, and the normal pit bull terriers are banned.

Particularly, APBT (American Pit Bull Terrier) is one of the smartest dog types around. Another such dog breed is Border Collie, which can be easily trained.

Yes, they are one of the most impressive dog types when it comes to showing affection and loyalty. Being good people-friendly dogs, they are not natural guard dogs.

Yes, to a certain extent because violence and bloodshed are inherently ingrained in their genes due to their ancestral history.

There are primarily five types of dog types considered pit bulls:

1. American Bulldog
2. Staffordshire Bull Terrier
3. American Bully
4. American Staffordshire Terrier
5. American Pit Bull Terrier

There are more than a dozen dog breeds that are considered bully breeds and they are

• Boxer
• Valley Bulldog
• Staffordshire Bull Terrier
• Olde English Bulldogge
• American Bully Dog
• French Bulldog
• English Bulldog
• Cane Corso Italiano
• Bull Terrier
• Bull Mastiff
• Boston Terrier
• Banter Bulldogge
• American Staffordshire Terrier
• American Pit Bull Terrier
• American Bulldog
• Alapaha Blue Blood

They are completely loyal and one of the most adorable pets. Due to an unfavorable reputation for their dangerous aggression, especially American Pit Bull terriers and their respective pit bull types.

A pit bull type already recognized by the ABKC (American Bully Kennel Club) and recently recognized by the UKC (United Kennel Club) in 2013, the American Bully dog is categorized into four types namely XL, Classic, Standard, and Pocket.

A Pocket pit bull is a cross between Patterdale Terrier and the American Pit Bull Terrier which has reached unimaginable heights in recent times as far as popularity is concerned.

Being a new dog breed, a pocket pitbull can cost somewhere in the range of US$ 450 to US$ 3200 depending on the breeder’s reputation and other variables.

A female pit bull on its first litter can deliver around two puppies max while it may give birth to five or more puppies on the third litter or so.

Some pit bull puppies can be bought for a cheaper price, somewhere between US$300 to US$ 1600.

Pit bull puppies normally open their eyes when they are at least 2 weeks old. Only a glint of light is seen when their eyes are kept open and it takes time for them to absorb the entire sight around them.

• In usual cases, the puppy’s mother starts to wean when the puppies are 3 to 4 weeks old.
• Start with puppy food completely immersed in goat’s milk or formula.
• Within the next fortnight, gradually reduce the intake of formula and increase the supply of fresh clean water.
• Till they turn 1 year and right from their 6 to 8 weeks of growth, they should be fed with puppy food.
• Do not separate the puppies from their mother until they turn 8 weeks or more and in certain cases, it is advisable to wait till they are at least 12 weeks old.
• Be patient especially in the last few weeks because it is now that a puppy learns how to behave with other pets and bite inhibition.
• Removing dogs early from their mothers might result in emotional turmoil when they grow up.

Healthy pit bull puppies take around 2 years to fully turn into mature adult dogs. After reaching maturity, males can touch 18 – 21 inches in height and can weigh around 35-60 pounds. The females can reach 17 – 20 inches in height with a weight of 30 to 50 pounds.

The teething problem gradually stops when pit bull puppies are anywhere between 6 to 8 months old. The molars usually come out last. The remaining teethes are usually their adult teeth. The first heat starts when the pit bulls are 9 months old.

When the puppy turns eight weeks old, it should eat solid dog food. The feeding frequency can be around 3 or 4 times every 24 hours, 0.5 cups of solid food thrice a day.

The right time is when pit bull puppies are between 8 – 16 weeks of age. Early clipping can lead to better healing and pit bull puppies will have very less difficulty standing straight. Older dogs need a different kind of approach.

Nipping and mouthing are normal puppy behavior but are usually not found in dogs. In case, the toy is absent when she bites, stops moving and after she releases, offer praise, treat her, etc. This helps the dog to understand that every good behavior will be rewarded and not bad behavior.

You can get more information about pit bull puppies from

• Dog Breeders
• Hoobly Classifieds
• AKC Headquarters
  Address:
  260 Madison Avenue,
  New York,
  NY 10016
• United Kennel Club
  Address:
  100 E. Kilgore Rd.
  Kalamazoo MI 49002-5584

Males are ready for breeding when they are 6 or 7 months old. It is advisable to wait till they reach 1.5 or 2 years of age. As far as females are concerned, 6 to 12 months is the general rule but also here wait till they turn 2 years old.
Keep in mind, that the AKC will not recognize these cases without any special documentation-

• Females   –   Under 8 months or more than 12 years of age
• Males       –   Under 7 months or more than 12 years of age

Therefore, it is recommended not to hurry with the breeding process. Also, it is important to check the health condition of the dog for conditions such as Hip Dysplasia, etc.

Once the weaning phase is over, dogs tend to produce less lactase and this is when they turn lactose intolerant. A dog with lactose intolerance can suffer from similar health conditions as a human does. Dairy products and milk are some of the common starters for food and other allergies.

Dogs and puppies that have missed vaccination schedules are prone to infections. The main disadvantage is the cost involved in the treatment. The cost of parvo treatment including dehydration, vomiting, bloody diarrhea, and fever can reach anywhere between US$ 500 – US$ 2000 per single dose.

Start by teaching your puppy basic behavior lessons. Known to be excellent obedient dogs, pitbull puppies can be trained to follow all the commands with positive enforcement.

Be sure to reward and praise them on a frequent basis.

Yes. In general, Goat milk consists of fatty acids, proteins, enzymes, trace elements, electrolytes, minerals, and vitamins. It is easily digestible and contains 0.2 percent of fat molecules like those found in moo’s milk.

It is better not to feed your pit bull puppy with raw meat without consulting a veterinarian. The alternative pit bull puppy diet can include raw bones, organ meat, and eggs.

The safe bet is to feed your puppy with canned cow’s milk and definitely one must avoid feeding chilled milk. Milk directly from the grocery shop can sometimes lead to tummy aches, diarrhea, sinus troubles, etc.

Yes, but only in limited quantities. A few chops of salmon or chicken can do well but exercising some caution holds the key. Constipation or diarrhea is a few of the common health troubles that can affect a pit bull puppy.

Avoid feeding them with raw chicken; instead, feed them with boiled unseasoned chicken pieces.

Yes, but splinters (cooked bone) can cause serious trouble for some pit bull puppies.

No, it is advisable for pitbull puppies to avoid eating peanut butter because

• Excess sugar content – Due to high levels of sugar content in peanut butter, it can lead to food allergies and other problems like premature aging, etc. Peanuts are a good source of mono-saturated fats and the ratio of Omega is 6 to 3, which is horrific.
• Repository of harmful fats – Trans-fats found in peanut butter can cause chronic inflammation, heart disease, diabetes, etc.
• Aflatoxins – Peanut butter contains mycotoxins in fewer quantities which are produced by Aspergillus, the dangerous fungus. This mycotoxin can lead to serious liver troubles in the long run.

Overall, pitbull puppies that avoid eating peanut butter are better placed than those that eat them intentionally or unintentionally.

Yes. Apple slices provide a good source of vitamin C and A. Before feeding, remember to remove the core and seeds as some dogs choke when fed with.

Yes, but it is imminent that you don’t rush with them. Pit bulls have strong prey affiliation, and cats are in their quarry list and not in their companion list.

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