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There's a guy around by the name of FlyFLy that has avery handsome pit bull. And people think boxers are pits half the time. We should have s support group.
(That would be me that has boxers..2 rowdy ones)
(That would be me that has boxers..2 rowdy ones)
Its funny I was actually going to comment on the dog too, and I thought, well, I hope I don't turn this into a debate... Anyhow is the one on the avatar yours? Or just a pic? The pics you have posted are very cute :thm: !!! I have a boxer, and I know what you mean about people thinking they are mean, I can't tell you how many times people ask me "oh, those are mean dogs aren't they?" Boxers are probably among the most docile dogs I've ever seen!! Sometimes the pizza guy will not get out of the car in my driveway b/c he thinks she might jump the fence :laugh: . I have to say, she does sound vicious when she barks though 
I totally agree that pits have a bad rap :mad2: . I hope to own one someday just to prove everyone wrong (and b/c I love animals and think they are beautiful dogs, plus as a bonus, I'll never be afraid to go out late at night by myself). Unfortunately I have a cousin who just bought one and is not treating it properly and I fear the worst for it. He's not making it mean, but he is neglecting it, not giving it any obedience training, and is a first time dog owner :mad2: . I think she will end up at the pound where in michigan it is law to euthanize any pits that come in, regardless of temperment
Ok, rant/opinionating over.... WELCOME BACK ~notice the excessive smiley use
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I totally agree that pits have a bad rap :mad2: . I hope to own one someday just to prove everyone wrong (and b/c I love animals and think they are beautiful dogs, plus as a bonus, I'll never be afraid to go out late at night by myself). Unfortunately I have a cousin who just bought one and is not treating it properly and I fear the worst for it. He's not making it mean, but he is neglecting it, not giving it any obedience training, and is a first time dog owner :mad2: . I think she will end up at the pound where in michigan it is law to euthanize any pits that come in, regardless of temperment
Ok, rant/opinionating over.... WELCOME BACK
~notice the excessive smiley use:dog: :dog: :dog:
No, I dont own him. He used to belong to a breeder friend of mine. I do own a few of his pups though, as I breed APBTs. He is 135lbs and actually just sold to a guy in Florida for $65000 US.
Yes I dont recommend Pittys to anybody as their first dogs. And not to sound mean but the dog should be taken away from your cousin. Pit Bulls need attention, about 100 times the amount of attention than other dogs. They need to be walked everyday they need to be socialized. If you cannot do this you should not own a pit bull. I personally took 6 months off work when I got my "Pet" pitty, and spent everyday with her. She was still a pain in the butt. They are very hard dogs to own and nobody should own them if they dont have experience with other large breeds.
Yes I dont recommend Pittys to anybody as their first dogs. And not to sound mean but the dog should be taken away from your cousin. Pit Bulls need attention, about 100 times the amount of attention than other dogs. They need to be walked everyday they need to be socialized. If you cannot do this you should not own a pit bull. I personally took 6 months off work when I got my "Pet" pitty, and spent everyday with her. She was still a pain in the butt. They are very hard dogs to own and nobody should own them if they dont have experience with other large breeds.
I would want mine to look just like the avatar 
: , if I were rich I might just go make an offer!! LOL!!! I agree with you 100% about the cousin. It makes me angry. Hes about 22 and just moved into a house, so I'm sure he got it as wanting a pet/status symbol/protection. His family talk about it all the time b/c they think he was crazy for getting a "mean" dog. I've tried to educate them till I'm blue in the face, but you still get that "yeah... but" 
Oh well, what can you do :huh:
: , if I were rich I might just go make an offer!! LOL!!! I agree with you 100% about the cousin. It makes me angry. Hes about 22 and just moved into a house, so I'm sure he got it as wanting a pet/status symbol/protection. His family talk about it all the time b/c they think he was crazy for getting a "mean" dog. I've tried to educate them till I'm blue in the face, but you still get that "yeah... but" Oh well, what can you do :huh:
Boxers are high maintence too. You have to work with them and interact with them all the time. And they are demanding of attention. Duke isn't..he'll go lay down and nap. He tends to get depressed and withdraw if not engaged. Or he will get crankey and chase Chloe out of the room. Chloe on the other had is an attention sponge. If she wants you, she will "talk" to you and shove her muzzle into your side until she has it. So we obviously have to fuss over her, and be sure he gets enough.
She is capable of entertaining herself when she wants. She will sit and watch the neighbors kids play for hours. She will run around the back yard and play with her toys, and will bounce balls, etc and catch them. and play with rocks. What a weirdo!!
She is capable of entertaining herself when she wants. She will sit and watch the neighbors kids play for hours. She will run around the back yard and play with her toys, and will bounce balls, etc and catch them. and play with rocks. What a weirdo!!