A “Pit bull” is a term for an American pit bull terrier or an American Staffordshire pit bull terrier. This breed of dog is very large, strong, athletic and smart. However, poor training and breeding can cause dogs to become less friendly, aggressive and fight with other animals. With discipline and attention, you can train a pit bull puppy to ensure he makes a good friend and family pet.
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Part 1 of 6: Preparing a Pit Bull
Step 1. Identify the origin of the breed
Pit bulls can have a charming demeanor if they are not bred to fight.
- If the breeder says they train guard dogs, you may have to choose a breeder who breeds pets for the family.
- Find out if the breeder has a reputation for selling dogs with dysplasia or cataracts - 2 diseases that are very common in pit bulls. Calling previous owners, reading articles online and contacting your local dog breeding center are important provisions.
Step 2. Keep your other cat or dog at home
If you want your dog to socialize with other animals, you will have to raise your puppy with other animals from scratch.
If you separate other animals from your puppy, he may perceive other animals as prey and respond aggressively
Step 3. Purchase a chew toy before you bring the puppy home
Your dog will practice biting, playing, socializing and doing many other exercises in the first few months.
- Toys, both soft and hard, will allow your dog to bite into a safe object as teeth begin to grow.
- failure to maintain the availability of toys can lead to habitual biting.
Step 4. Don't let the pit bull stay in the house forever
Pit bulls require more exercise and play than other domesticated dogs.
Failure to train dogs will make them bored, vicious and aggressive
Step 5. Buy a crate for your pit bull
A wooden crate will make potty training easier and help her feel at home.
- Wooden crates can also be used as a means of transportation.
- If your dog travels a lot, you may need to use an absorbent pad in the crate. You can teach your dog to use the mat if he can't get out.
- When your dog is trained to use his crate, you can easily travel with him.
Part 2 of 6: Get Started with Training a Sociable Puppy
Step 1. Do this on an 8 week old puppy
The first 16 weeks are a great time to socialize and determine what they are learning about other animals and the outside world.
- The first step to socializing is making sure the puppy has enough time with its mother. Ask your dog breeder if the dog's mother has time to pay attention to her pup and discipline her.
- The second step is to socialize with his siblings. You will teach about obedience and domination.
- The third step of socializing lies in the hands of the farmer. This person is the first human to come into contact with your dog. Gentle touch, good discipline and basic home training will go a long way.
- The fourth step is you as the owner. The socialization process, which lasts from 7 to 16 weeks, is the most important time for pit bulls compared to other dogs.
Step 2. Wait up to 2 weeks to start the big socialization
Let the puppy feel comfortable in your home.
- You can start teaching your puppy basic commands like “shut up” and “sit” and where he can pee.
- Pet your puppy regularly. Teach everyone in your family to pet the puppy on the head, back and belly.
Step 3. Let the puppy start exploring your home when he gets curious
You should keep an eye on your puppy at this point, but try to avoid him exploring different parts of the house.
It's better to allow your puppy to get used to the new environment than to restrain him at this age
Step 4. Have your family and friends visit the puppy regularly between 8 to 12 weeks
The more people he was introduced to, the better.
He will learn to see humans as harmless animals
Step 5. Introduce puppies to other dogs and animals at 10 and 16 weeks of age
If possible, make this socialization period in a small garden or home rather than a dog park. Dog parks can be intimidating for young animals
Step 6. Take your dog out for walks regularly
In fact, the more the experience between 10 and 16 weeks, the better.
- Introduce dogs to cars, elevators, offices (if allowed), other homes, and parks.
- As long as your dog is safe, the more experience he gets, the easier it will be to adapt in the future.
- Keep your dog away from parvovirus. Make sure the dog has been vaccinated and is not sitting in dirty places for too long.
Step 7. Take care of your dog
Brush him and bathe regularly.
Pit bulls only need to be bathed once a month, so make sure their first bathing experience occurs during the socialization period or they won't learn to calm down while being bathed
Part 3 of 6: Teaching Domination
Step 1. Be dominant to your pet
This doesn't mean you have to yell or hurt the dog, but just show him you're the boss in the relationship. Make sure the rest of your family learns to be dominant as well.
Step 2. Gently hold the dog by the back, if he becomes aggressive
Usually, submissive animals will show their belly to the dominant creature.
- Repeat this whenever your puppy becomes too aggressive or tries to be more dominant than you.
- When a puppy begins to exhibit good behavior, you know you are on the right track.
Step 3. Use a firm voice when expressing disapproval
Don't shout aggressively.
Step 4. Choose a command word and use it on
Try “sit”, “go” and “back off” instead of saying “no”.
Pit bulls are very intelligent and can learn many commands. Try to use specific words when practicing
Step 5. Bond with your dog
Make sure your whole family understands that dogs should stay away from tables and furniture.
Practice with friends and family so that the pit bull understands the relationship and who is the boss
Part 4 of 6: Poop
Step 1. Take your pit bull outdoors as often as possible to urinate
Step 2. Set up an area, large or small, where the dog can go at any time
If your dog has to learn to poop indoors, use a disposable training mat. Having a absorbent mat in the house at all times is a "last option" for your dog if you can't get him out in time
Step 3. Take your dog for regular walks
Make it a rule that the dog can urinate like on the grass.
Step 4. Watch the dog
If they make a fuss, tell them in clear and firm words without hurtful punishment. Take the dog to a place where he can urinate.
Part 5 of 6: Using the Leash
Step 1. Start using the leash when your dog is 8 to 16 weeks old
Use regularly to avoid confusion.
Step 2. Keep the leash strong and tight so that the dog walks beside or behind you, not in front of you
Step 3. Use a firm command such as “back off”, if he pulls the rope or jumps
The pit bull will grow and become very strong. He will become increasingly difficult to control on the leash as he pulls at full force, if you don't teach him well as a child
Part 6 of 6: Using Toys and Games
Step 1. Give your dog a variety of toys
If possible, find “puzzle toys” that teach dogs to solve puzzles for rewards.
Step 2. Use food to practice tricks
Try teaching your dog a new trick every week and reward the dog with food to repeat the trick.
Limit exercise time to 5 minutes per day. Focusing on regular short workouts is better than inconsistent long-term training
Step 3. Let the dog run without a collar
Free practice like this will be good for the mental.
- Find a field or fenced garden.
- Avoid dog parks that don't use a leash until your dog is over 16 weeks old.
Step 4. Establish rules as you play
Don't teach your dog to chew while playing.
- Some experts recommend whining if you receive a bite and stopping playtime immediately. Dogs will learn that biting will stop playtime.
- Wait 10 to 20 minutes before starting to play again.
- Show the toy when the dog is about to bite you. If you see your dog biting, it may be teething time and he needs something to nibble on in the process.
