May 31, 2012 by peanutsandart
Pit Proud-The history of the pit bull
Nicely done episode of Dog Files, that I think deserves to be posted on this blog! Enjoy :)
May 31, 2012 by computersaysfuckyeah
Ruger was not amused by the glasses, but looked quite dapper taking them off.
May 31, 2012 by wordplaydre
(Chicago, IL) I went to an animal shelter today to walk some dogs. I met this sweet, sweet girl there. If I could, I would have adopted her on the spot, but I live in a dorm right now and am moving out of Chicago soon.
Does anyone want her? The shelter sends the more adoptable dogs to other shelters, so she’ll soon be moved out; you should call asap if you’re interested in her. She really is the sweetest and smartest girl, and it’s sort of killing me that I can’t take her home.
Animal Welfare League:
6224 S Wabash
Chicago, IL 60637
Phone: 773.667.0088
Fax: 773.667.0930
In a recent ask about commands, you mentioned one you use that means "get out of my face." How the heck do you teach this?! I adopted my first APBT almost a month ago and so far he's a GREAT dog and his manners are improving every day, but he is in his crate a lot (in the same room as me) bc when he's free-roaming the house he INSISTS on being on my lap on the couch (not allowed on furniture) or under my feet. I LOVE that he wants to be near me, but would like him to lie quietly nearby instead.
It starts with teaching them to reverse, this is not that easy for a lot of dogs, haha. Have him sit in front of you and tell him to “back up” (use a hand command as well, whatever you want) then, making a wall with your body, walk forward till he is forced to either go in reverse or turn around and move to get out of your way. When he does, praise him! “Good back up!!” Always use the verbal command in the praise when teaching a trick so he knows what he did right.
Now that you’ve got that down when he’s bothering you when you’re on the couch, you can stand up and tell him to “back up!” use your body as a tool, and make him get out of the way. It’s very much about your body language, you need to be large, firm, and a little threatening. Once he’s on his way give him another command “go to bed” etc - It helps if you have a specific place in mind for him to go (a bed, an open crate, blanket, etc) so he knows where he should end up. Praise him when he gets there so he knows he’s not in trouble. If he has trouble with staying there provide a toy, a rawhide, or close his crate, and reinforce his stay command as needed (“No, lay down” *point* “good boy, stay.”) as he gets better at it you can leave his crate open more and more without having to constantly tell him to get back inside (or on a dog bed or blanket)
Now with your body language and hand commands, it should start to matter less and less what your actual words are “go on!” “get out of my face!” doesn’t matter because you’re making a wall with your body and pointing him away from you. I almost never use command words with my dogs anymore, I talk to them like they’re children “boy, get the fuck on with yourself” works as well as “go lay down” because my tone and body language is the same. Dogs don’t speak English, so don’t stress it too much.
I have the same problem with Remington, and I will say it never completely goes away (especially for our needy little pibbles) and the looks on their pathetic little faces sometimes will make you feel straight evil for turning them away… but these dogs are not small! They can’t be on us all the time! And a well balanced dog would NEVER assume to crawl on top of it’s superior, so let him know who’s boss.
May 31, 2012 by nrrrdcakkke
May 16, 2012 by jezebe1
This is Janis (Joplin), another adoptable Pit Bull Terrier from Wilma’s Orphans. She is about 25-30 lbs. She came to Wilma’s at about 8 weeks old. She and her brother were found in an abandoned house and her brother was adopted right away. Janis is now one year old and still looking for her perfect home. She is extremely sweet but very energetic and fast. She walks well on a leash but has a tendency to get between your legs. She knows basic commands but sometimes doesn’t listen (she could use some good training like any other pup). She plays well with other dogs but would be best with a dog her own size or bigger as she can be too rough with the smaller dogs. Please call Wilma at (516) 485 - 5875 with any questions. Adopt Janis and she could be your new best friend!
May 16, 2012 by jezebe1
This is Buddy. He is a Pit Bull Terrier. He is looking for a permanent loving home! He’s at Wilma’s Orphans in Hempstead (Long Island), New York. He is about 2-2.5 years old. He weighs 50-60 lbs. Very high energy but walks well on a leash. Buddy plays well with others if they aren’t too aggressive with him. He is neutered, up to date on shots, and 100% healthy. He would love nothing more than a backyard where you could teach him to play ball. Buddy is a precious, loving, loyal, and energetic Pittie looking for a great home. Please call Wilma at (516) 485 - 5875 if you are interested or have any questions!
May 9, 2012 by theglassballoon
This is Pepsi. He is one of the dogs rescued from a dog fighting ring in the Philippines. The organization that is taking care of Pepsi currently wants to win a Facebook liking contest so they will have around US $2,500 which will be a huge help to Pepsi and the other pit bull’s needs. If you want to know more, read here.
Click Pepsi’s photo to direct you to a link which you should like in Facebook. Help, Pepsi. Please?
May 4, 2012 by Anastazia Juszczak
For adoption: BUBBA
Bubba Watson won the Masters and our Bubba won a safe place to live until he is adopted, all on the same day! Bubba was abandoned in front of a Feed & Seed store Easter weekend. Luckily a friend of ARFP rescued him and his life has been on easy street since! Bubba is a Pit Bull mix that LOVES other dogs. He would like nothing better than to have a canine companion in his new home. Bubba was born approximately 1/19/12.
The adoption fee is $150.00. A fenced in yard is required for safety and exercise reasons to adopt from ARFP. ARFP home delivers 300 miles roundtrip from Greensboro, NC.
Please see this link: http://www.petfinder.com/petdetail/22754458
March 31, 2012 by marlaynalive
We’ve been together for over 6 years now, Kilo & I <3
The photo on top is from the first night I got her 02/14/06 and the photo under it is from 02/16/12. She was a valentines day present to myself when I was fifteen & battling depression, she has helped me so much over the years. Kilo means more to me then anything else in this world & over the past seven or eight months she has been in a lot of pain. I’m told she has hip Dysplasia & from what I’ve read online her symptoms match. I’m doing the best I can to keep her comfortable and moving, but I feel like I need to do more for her.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated, Thank you.
February 29, 2012 by pitsandpastries
Please meet Manny ♥ This is a hard video to watch as his two front legs are severely deformed. Manny went to see a specialist last week about his legs and the Dr. who saw him is very confident he can help Manny. It will take major surgery but it will also give Manny the ability to walk upright and get around a lot more normally. Many people may ask us why. Why this little dog? Our response? Because he is sweetness definedand he deserves this chance! Manny was once someone’s throw away but he is now and will always be part of the PLR family. $1, $5, $10 no amount is too small and even if you cannot donate, please crosspost! Let’s get his story out there, his plight may inspire people to want to help him. Manny’s Chip in:
February 23, 2012 by pitsandpastries
Poor Miss Holly. It always breaks my heart to see a momma without her babies. Holly’s story is particularly heartbreaking. She was found this winter in a Kodak parking lot, abandoned in her crate. She was still full of milk and miserable without her babies. How could you throw a face like this out in the cold by herself?
Holly is a perfect example of the evils of backyard breeding. Such a loving girl, forced to have puppies and then taken away from them and dumped. Luckily, Pitty Love Rescue found her and is working to get her a forever home. If you are interested in this girl, visit this page: http://pitsandpastries.blogspot.com/2012/02/adoption-spotlight-holly.html
February 9, 2012 by Deck kelly
Here’s a picture of my dog Marley, took this as he was giving me this funny look as I was singing. What a babe.
February 9, 2012 by pitsandpastries
Adoption Spotlight: Adalai
Adalai is a sweet little pocket pittie at 35 pounds. She loves laps and giving kisses to everyone she meets. Adalai is good with other dogs and kids too!
Check out more pictures and links here:
http://pitsandpastries.blogspot.com/2012/02/pittie-spotlight-adalai.html
Reblog and share this gorgeous girl!
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