N9NEO wrote:
wiThanks ve3... Lots of good information. The pitt Bull is off getting
her temperament tested before the vet will release her to me. Wouldn't
that be irony if I got eaten up by the dog that was supposed to protect
me. Heheh. ...
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Good idea. My dog was talking to another dog the other day and he
said, "My master is ok,,,he's kind, takes me out for walks, pets me,
and if it comes to that, he's a good source of protein." There are
two basic types of dogs: a jackal who is food-oriented and a wolf who
bonds with an alpha male. I think the pit bull is a jackal-based dog
and responds well to food. One trick used by the gypsies in Europe,
when they want to steal a dog, is to put some meat under their armpit
for a moment and then feed it to the dog. This is supposed to create a
powerful scent association with the person, and the dog will willingly
follow him. You might try that trick for quick bonding, and it won't do
any harm. Unless the dog has been trained to be vicious, she will be
affectionate and a big baby and very loyal. The one trait about pit
bulls is that once they get in a dog fight, they will not quit. Dog
culture calls for standard behaviours in a fight. When a dog
surrenders, he rolls over on his back with his legs in the air exposing
his underbelly. At this point, the winning dog accepts the surrender
and backs off. But not the pit bull. He keeps on fighting, confusing
the hell out of the other dog. You will have to provide proper food for
the dog: you can't get by with just kibble. Raw stewing beef or lean
ground beef works well with the Shepherds: ask the vet. You don't have
much time to train her: she will respond to praise, and some sort of
doggy treat as a reward/reinforcement. Never hit the dog and only scold
for something serious. Positive reinforcement will get the job done.
You will have to get a sturdy leash just in case someone irritates her.
Good luck with her.