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rep the breed and be counted! check out cool stuff for pitbull owners

2009-10-18T20:00:35Z

Hi, as the proud parents of three great dogs - two of whom are pitbulls - we got really fed up with the bad press the breed receives and public reaction to our sweet, friendly, non-aggressive pits; so we started Good To The Bone LLC - www.goodtothebone.net
We make t shirts, bumper stickers, coffee cups, ect.. with a pitbull positive message, designed to create a more positive association with the breed. We've had a booth at a lot of all-breed and even some non dog-specific events and have found that most of the people that don't like and are scared of pitbulls have never met one. We've changed a lot of people's minds about the breed by bringing our dogs to these events, which is so important these days with breed bans popping up all over! We've found that wearing our shirts and having the bumper stickers on the car often invites the conversation with the public and creates more opportunities to raise breed awareness.

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ITS ALL ABOUT ME ME ME

2009-08-12T13:12:09Z

HELLO EVERYONE !!!!! My name is BABE and my DADDY made this profile for me. My pictures are all over this group and if you would like to be freinds with a PIT BULL send a request - Please keep in limited to Doggie stuff !

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Good Pit Bull Press

2007-08-29T17:24:42Z

check it out at
http://www.petaluma360.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/AC/20070829/NEWS01/70829009/-1/PT07&template=ptart

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agressive puppy submissive adult?

2007-08-19T17:38:01Z

ok i have 2 pitt bulls one is a little over a year old and has always been rather shy and and a bit of a scaredy cat, i always thought that was kind of odd for a pitt, i mean have you ever heard of a full grown pit (not fixed) running, hiding and pissing himself over a 5 week old kitten hissing at him?

any way whats worring me is, we just got a new pup she's ablut 61/2 weeks old and she took emediate control, barking and growling at him till he's wimpering and trying to fit into te cracks in the floor, i've been trying to work with him on his confidence, and he's been doing better, playing with her a bit and such, and when she starts her little dominance trip i try to stop her, bit i cant watch them 24/7 and i dont know if i should be messing with their pecking order, but i'm sorry if this sounds like a sterio type but when i got him i didn't exactily expect him to be like this, dont get me wrong i love him to pieces and he's probly one of the most spoiled dogs out there, but what am i supposed to do? i dont want him to be scared all his life, and i dont want her pushing him around so much, he wont even eat 'til she gives him her ok

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VICTORY!!! MICHAEL VICK SUSPENDED!!!

2007-07-25T01:29:26Z

NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell told Michael Vicks to stay away from
training camp until his case is reviewed!!! WOOO HOOOO....someone
listened!!!! story here

http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070724/sp_nm/crime_vick_suspension_dc_2

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Pitt bull skin problems.

2007-06-16T03:31:16Z

This is my first posting but felt you guys might find this of interest.My 6 year old pitt bull bitch
had suffered severe skin problems all her life.She was a rescue so i thought it was something from her past ,tried everything but nothing worked for long.A buddy of mine who
has a staffordshire found a site in the UK. herbaticus.co.uk they use herbal supplements.
Shipped over in a week or so. Bingo took 3 month of the herbs and man she,s like new.
Geoff Daniel

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Hi- I'm a new member and have a question about Flea Biting

2007-06-12T15:13:45Z

I have a 2 yr old pit X, Lucy, who is all things wonderful (except for her allergy/skin isssues).
But the latest concern is about flea biting:
Lucy flea bites the bedspread, my robe, her toys - when she is being petted. I thought that was her little idiosyncratic way of expressing her joy. Has done this since she was a small pup. BUT now she has started to flea bite her tail - a very precise vertical line of no fur.

Is flea biting a pretty common thing for APBTs to do? I have started to put Pet Wrap on her tail but do you have any other advice?

Thanks,
Rollande

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VIDEOS GOING UP ALL OVER

2007-06-11T02:00:43Z

Made a small vid clip of BABE, my Brindle AMSTAFF. Is 2 in Video but will be 4 in July. Enjoy.

http://people.tribe.net/naughtyjimmy

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Aggresive Behavior Test ?'s

2007-06-04T23:09:58Z

A neighbor reported our Pitt mix as being an aggressive dog. He has never harmed a fly! The police came and did a basic behavior test and reported that Zion does not seem aggresive but that they needed to do further testing. Does anyone know exactly what the Police do when they test for aggressive behavior? I would die if I had to give up my baby!!

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I need advice about a pit bull who is being abused.

2007-05-25T05:58:16Z

Some people I know adopted a pit bull puppy. She is now 7 months old named Cali. One of the people she is with hits her for stuff like pooping in his room, or sometimes just "playing around" slapping her "in jest". Her feeding, watering/pooping schedule is something erratic. They are depending on one of their girlfriends to come between classes to do the midday walking/feeding because they work from 11 to 7. Sometimes the girlfriend is not able to get there, and I think Cali might be locked in her cage the whole time without food or water. I know they do not pee or poop in their cages, so I assume she might have to hold it in til whenever someone can get her sometimes. How much time should a pit bull spend outside? How many hours a day TOTAL should they be spending in a crate? Is it ever acceptable to strike a dog? What should the non-violent owner to to fix this situation? The dog is very nice now, can she turn violent in the future? Thanks.

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kneed sugery

2007-01-29T06:41:13Z

well, the jumping at the back fence finally culminated in an injury.

not the one i feared most--of Maya actually following thru with her jump and going over and eating those two yappy chihuahuas

but in her tearing her cruciate ligament.

so, i've had to consult about my options

the typical operation to repair the ligament

and the newer (way) more expensive tplo (tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy)

anyone have direct experience with either?

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Dog Benefit

2006-05-11T02:57:27Z

Body: Body: Ok, so here goes nothing:

I am putting together a huge benefit/event to promote awareness about the power breeds with a special focus on pitties. I'm not sure what all it will entail, as yet, because I'm sure that this thing will mutate and change before anything is set in stone, but as of right now it will be a Hair/Fashion show, also with speakers and demos by some big names in the dog training/behavior/rescue world. Possibly with a second event attached that will involve haircuts and dog grooming.

There will be two rescue org's that will get the fundage, one will definately be Bad Rap, and the other will either be Milo or Rocket Dog, although I am leaning towards rocket dog because I think they need the help more.

I hope to make this partially a media event to educate not only the people who come, but also people who watch the news. If you have anything you'd like to contribute, be it time, money, or something else (see wishlish below) you think we need, or would like to join the mailing list, please leave me a message with your email addie. Thanks a bunch!

Stuff we need as of now:
A Venue
A reliable good quality, but affordable printer for fliers, programs, posters, etc
A wealthy benefactor
Models (maybe two or three with a power breed foster dog, who is used to loud music)
Artists
Hair Stylists
Makeup Artists
Fashion Desiners
Other Volunteers
People who know people.

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howling,talking Elvis

2006-04-12T15:41:57Z

I don't think my Elvie is a full blooded pit because he was found wandering in a crappy slumlike neighborhood when he was a baby, what he does is talk to me like in a howl like voice or a low rumbling voice, not growling but like a long drawn out bark. Is this common with amstaffs or any pits for that matter? He is really trying to speak english!!

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Pepper spray!

2006-03-01T18:54:59Z

Someone pepper sprayed my doggie this morning while she was in my yard taking her morning poo! I can't believe it! What should I do? Will washing it make it worse? Because when I tried to wipe her with a wet cloth, it seemed to sting her more! help!

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question about rednoses and red noses

2005-11-20T19:09:24Z

Eno, our little (or not so little actually) 6 month old is developing a pinkness around her nostrils. We believe she is pretty close to %100 rednose, possibly a little stafashire. as she gets older, her nose has gone from black to a lighter shade, but she is also getting some pinkness around the nostrils. Is this something we should worry about or is this normal?

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Pittie Benefit

2005-11-19T00:05:34Z

So, I have an odd question, but bear with me, I promise it's relevant :P

Are there any other bay area hair stylists in this tribe?

THe other night, the salon I work for did a benefit for the Lance Armstrong Foundation. From 3-8, we charged $35/haircut, and 100% went to the foundation. It was such a wonderful experience, and it made me realize that hair stylists really have more power to help the world than I ever thought possible. Just think, if every salon in the US did something like that once a year...out of 280,000 salons, the possibilities are endless.

Ok, I digressed. Back on point: it felt really wonderful, and I was wondering if there were any hair stylists on here who would be interested in doing something similar for a pit bull rescue org.

Thoughts?

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Pit Bull Rescue Benefit Concert 12/3 @ The Tonic Lounge

2005-11-17T00:14:09Z

Hey all, please try to attend this benefit concert for my pit bull rescue! :)

Please join us for The 3rd Annual BENEFIT CONCERT
for Portland based non-profit dog rescue group
PAWSITIVELY PIT BULL INCORPORATED SERVICES!

SATURDAY DEC 3RD, 2005 9PM

THE TONIC LOUNGE
3100 NE SANDY BLVD
Portland, Oregon
http://www.thetoniclounge.com

We are very excited to have such a diverse and unique
lineup of musical guests at our benefit show this year!
We have a women's West African Drumming troupe,
a drone psych rock band, and two alternative/pop/indie
rock bands.
See below for further details.

The Rhythm Givers
http://www.rhythmgivers.com
s.e.t.i. (search for extra-terrestrial intelligence)
Sweety
http://www.myspace.com/sweety
Western Aerial
http://www.myspace.com/westernaerial

$10 minimum suggested donation
21 and over only
All proceeds go to benefit Pawsitively Pit Bull,
a 501(3)c non-profit dog rescue and sanctuary.

Pawsitively Pit Bull is a dog rescue and sanctuary
specifically for pit bulls. We rescue abused,
abandoned, and disabled pit bulls, then rehabilitate
and rehome them. Those dogs that cannot be adopted out
or fostered remain at the sanctuary where they can
live out the rest of their lives. Other services
offered include obedience training, boarding, outreach
and education. We strive to change the negative
stereotypes of pit bulls.

This year there will be door prizes, activism
opportunities, video presentation, education and
outreach materials, adoptable dog info,
photo galleries, and an information booth.
Proceeds from this year's fund raiser will be used to
provide ongoing care for the dogs, medical services
and rehabilitation, improve the sanctuary facility,
and continue public awareness and outreach.
We are 100% funded by donations and staffed by an
all-volunteer team.

This is our only fund raising event all year, so please
do your best to attend, and please forward this invite
to everyone else you know who may be interested.
If you are unable to attend the concert and you want
to support our cause, please send your donation check
to our PO Box, and we will mail you your receipt.
Your donations are fully tax-deductible under Oregon law.

For more information, please go to
http://www.pawsitivelypitbull.org

Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you at the show!

Pawsitively Pit Bull Incorporated Services
http://www.pawsitivelypitbull.org
pawsitivelypitbull@yahoo.com
(503) 255-2313
PO BOX 16156
Portland, OR 97292

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skin problems

2005-10-23T21:35:50Z

Ok...so now I want to know if anyone has an answer to sensitive skin? My Red Nose Brindle has what appears to be psoriasis. Any help would be much appreciated!

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Leash aggressive pits?

2005-09-28T22:11:29Z

Hi,

I've recently adopted a 3-4 yr. old pit, and she is hands down, the sweetest, gentlest, people dog I've been around. But she flips out when she is around other dogs. She stands upright (she could be part boxer), her muscles tense to the point of quivering, the hairs on her back stand up, and she sometimes crys or barks (and she never crys or barks when not around other dogs). I was told that she may not be aggressive, but just poorly socialized. whatever the case, is this something that can be trained out of her? I am hopeful because she is very smart and a quick learner, but I understand that adult dog aggression can be a very difficult thing to manage.

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New Dog Flu Spreads in U.S., But Death Rate Is Low

2005-09-28T07:54:17Z

http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2005/09/0927_050927_dog_flu.html

Maryann Mott
for National Geographic News
September 27, 2005

A new, highly contagious respiratory virus thought to affect only the greyhound racing industry is now being detected in family dogs.

Canine influenza, a sometimes deadly disease, has struck pet dogs in New York, Florida, and Massachusetts, researchers said at a press conference held yesterday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Edward Dubovi at Cornell University's Animal Health Diagnostic Center in Ithaca, New York, said serum samples from a number of suspected outbreak cases are arriving at his laboratory for testing.

He says he should know by the end of this week if the virus has infected more pets in other states.

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clarification

2005-09-27T06:29:47Z

hello all,
We have a 15 week old red nose named eno. She's a an amazing pooch but being newer puppy owners (we've had her since week 8) every little thing sends us calling for the vet (who's only advice is ever to bring her in for $50-100). So here's my question:

does yellow, softer (inbetween) feces, with no other adverse symptoms mean anything serious, or is it just time to switch out her food?

thanks,
http://orsay.tribe.net/tribe/upload/photo/c2f/c05/c2fc05f0-2c98-4bc0-89c6-f02f409d68dd

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vet?

2005-09-21T04:19:20Z

i need to find a bull friendly vet in the tacoma area, any thoughts?

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A good fit?

2005-09-02T20:38:52Z

I'm currently thinking of adopting an adult dog, and was wondering whether my current situation would qualify for pit bull adoption.

I understand that APBTs are quite energetic by nature, and was wondering if any of you have had experience raising one in an apartment or house with no yard. If you have, what are some of the things I should be wary of?

I currently live in a large-ish apartment (with no fenced yard) with a large balcony on the second floor. I work a standard 9-5, so the dog would be left alone in the house (plus balcony) for 8 hours a day, 4 days a week. I plan to take it to doggy day care once a week, in order to provide a full day during the week for play, while promoting friendliness with other dogs.

I really want to get one but I can also see this being a bad arrangement.
For instance, what are the chances that my apartment will be destroyed when I come back from work (with a fairly well-trained adult dog of this breed)? Also, is it possible that he/she might jump off my balcony?
i'd appreciate any advice.

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HELP

2005-08-24T07:54:06Z

I have an abandoned pitbull.
I have no idea how to make sure she's not going to be put to sleep because of her stereotype!

what do I do?

I've emailed pawsitivelypitbull.org and am waiting for further contact.

she's UKC certified and is five years old and fixed.

I've got neices and nephews and a son and three UKC and AKC cerified German Shepards - two of which are showdogs.

This pitbull is so loving and so despiratly needing love.

Rev. Jenn Crow

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Super Sweet Rescued Pit Bull Needs Permanent Home

2005-07-26T04:59:26Z

About 3 weeks ago I rescued Ty, an adorable, affectionate doll, from the animal shelter on her last day before being euthanized. She's a youngish pit bull, or maybe a mix, probably under 2 years, with a super chill temperment and I'd love to find a home for her that is more ideal than mine.

She's spayed, housetrained and seems healthy. She handles new people/places/sights & sounds very well and has done well with a couple of new commands. Her ears are, sadly, cropped short, but she doesn't seem to have been mistreated. She's reddish with white paws & chest.

She would totally thrive with a little training, and more importantly, a space a bigger than mine. I'm fostering her for now while I look for a better situation for her, but I can't keep her forever.

I haven't had her in for a vet check up yet but will happily share the cost of that with her new mommie and/or daddy.

If you or anyone you know is interested, please get in touch!!

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Petition Against BSL in CA

2005-06-29T17:12:23Z

http://www.petitiononline.com/nocabsl/petition.html

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Excersize

2005-06-26T08:04:19Z

My dog moved in with me last summer when my ex moved to a place where he couldn't have a dog, so I sweet-talked the apartment manager, and she moved in. The other place was great. There was a HUGE yard she could run around in almost whenever her heart desired...it was perfect for all-out tug of war and fetch...plus there was another dog there that she'd known since she was about 4 months old. (she was 2 when she moved in with me, and is three, now)

I guess I just need advice on what to do, I'm at a loss. My apartment doesn't have a yard where she can get up to an all out run, and all the pit info I've been reading lately says "don't let your pit off-leash in public, don't go to dog parks, but DO let them have an all out run for at least an hour per day." Also, I have bad knees, so taking her for a jog is also out of the question, unfortunately.

Right now her exercise consists of about 1 hr total walking or wrestling per day (but not necesarily all at once), and a 3-5 hour "urban hike" around Berkeley once a week. I don't have a car, so it's hard for me to get to any regional parks (does anyone know if Pet Taxi's will take people to those places?).

Do any other full-time job, super exhausted pit bully owners with no back yards have any suggestions? I love my girl more than anyone else in the world, and I just want her to be happy. My first instinct is to cut back my hours at work, but anyone who lives in the SF Bay Area knows how difficult that would be. Help?

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BSL in Ca?

2005-06-24T03:47:31Z

Thankfully not banning them...but who knows what could happen? Half of the SF Bay Area owns pit bulls. Do any of you fellow East Bayliens want to pay the price for other peoples irresponsibility?

Updates on:
http://www.understand-a-bull.com/BSL/AlertPages/California.htm

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localized demodectic mange

2005-06-23T06:26:37Z

Has anyone had any experience with this?

How long did it take to make it go away and the hair grow back?

What treatments did you use?

I've been to the vet....first used goodwinol lotion, then was told to wash her with benzoyl peroxide shampoo, now he has another gel (think it's benzoyl based)

bald Patch in tippy top of head is gettting bigger.

Husband is getting upset about it.

I'm getting desperate.

Maybe I just need to be patient.

Any comforting words? Advice?

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San Francisco pit bull attack

2005-06-18T00:44:49Z

Has everyone heard about the little boy who was killed by one of his family's pit bulls?

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Please sign the petition to end Pit Bull Ban in Denver...

2005-06-17T14:13:17Z

and to discourage these types of laws from affecting your city next!

http://www.petitiononline.com/savecyan/petition.html

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Seizures

2005-06-15T19:50:34Z

Zero, my lovely pit, is having seizures. We thought it was some meds that he was on, however he's been off the meds for almost a month now.
It's awful. It rips my heart out to watch. I've been told that they don't harm the dog and he doesn't remember them.... However it's still hard.
Has anyone else had to deal with this problem? Are there alternatives to having a doped up pup? I think seeing Zero with out his usually vibrancy would almost be worse than sitting thru the seizures.
Any and all advise would be much appreciated.

troubled jess

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TONIGHT Pit Bulls Fact and Fiction - SF Animal Care & Control

2005-06-08T20:44:55Z

There will also be anotehr date - this Sat, 10am

http://www.sfgov.org/site/acc_index.asp?id=32397

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ADOPT DENVER PIT BULLS

2005-06-06T20:04:55Z

Is there a rescue organization or foster program that can help these dogs?
I'll take one or help any way I can!
I have a pit bull and he is the sweetest dog, I would never let him be taken away. Nobody in Denver should give up their dog. FUCKI FASCISM!!!!
Who wants to help save these dogs and get them adopted?

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What the heck color am I?

2005-05-28T00:14:02Z

My pit bull Lua looks like so many different colors...I have no idea if she is purebred or not...she was a stray. She had markings of a doberman/rottweiler, but her body definitely looks like an APBT to me. The majority of her coloring looks like a Weimeraner.

In certain light, she looks Mocha brown, in others, she looks lilac! She's not chocolate. Her nose is purple, not quite red, definitely not blue. She's a lighter grey than a Blue Pit, but too grey to be a red pit.

I've heard Champagne might be her color. Champagne blue fawn sounds classy, but pics of seen of that color do not look like my baby.

Liver colored maybe? That doesn't sound pretty though!

I wonder where she came from! She probably doesn't even remember anyway.

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Pit Bull round up begins in Denver

2005-05-12T22:00:26Z

This is totally sick...makes me think of Nazi's..it's starts with burning books, killing all pit bulls...next is the mentally ill and the jews. I can't believe this is happening in America....Pit Bull owners in Denver have a limited time to relocate their dogs, or hand them over to the authorities to be killed, or else pay a 999.00 fine or spend a year in jail. Unreal!!!

http://www.rockymountainnews.com/drmn/local/article/0,1299,DRMN_15_3765660,00.html

I am writing to the city of Denver. I urge all who are upset by this to do the same. Maybe it won't change anything, but at least it'll keep them busy sorting through all that mail!

Mayor John W. Hickenlooper
Denver City and County Building
1437 Bannock Street, Suite 350
Denver, CO 80202

Here's another article:

Denver Begins Confiscation/killing privately owned Pets
Rocky Mountain News

http://www.rockymountainnews.com/drmn/news_columnists/article/0,1299,DRMN_86_3768197,00.html

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More than one pit?

2005-05-11T02:39:53Z

Who here owns more than one pit and how does that work for you?

Are they from the same litter? same age? sex sex or different sex?

My husband and I would like to rescue another one since there are so many. If possible, we'd like to get a male. But, is it better to get the same sex (we have a girl already, about 4 months old).

Advice? Stories? recommendations?

Thanks!!!

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Today is Maya's Birthday!

2005-05-05T20:16:59Z

She is TWO!

I still remember getting a call after midnight from my brother:

HEY! what are you doing?? come over here! Georgia's having her puppies!

I couldn't resist...love at first sight.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY BABY GIRL!!

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damn breed restrictions

2005-05-05T20:09:56Z

My husbands getting out of the airforce. We're moving to arizona. I've been looking for apartments that allow pitbulls. What do you know no luck so far. I've been searching now for over a month and the only responses I'm getting is we don't allow that breed It really pisses me off and the reputations of pits is getting way out of hand...but what can you do I stick up for my dog everyday and still its the same bullshit everytime.....

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I am so in love with my pittie!

2005-04-30T02:06:52Z

Just wanted to say that.

I've been away from her for 6 whole hours and I'm suffering from separation anxiety! I know she is probably snoring on the couch with classical music in the background.

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My new baby Lua! Advice needed & Questions...

2005-04-29T23:13:33Z

So, I came home from work last Thursday and my hubby said "Lola, we have a baby now".

We've had Lua for one week today.

For a puppy, I can't believe how GOOD she is. The vet thinks she is 3 months or less because she barely has teeth. She is almost 30 pounds!

She only barks or cries when there is someone suspicious around or if she's REALLY upset.

She's pretty good at coming when we call her, though she is unsure of her name still.

She was begging last night, and we gave her a "time out" in the kitchen. Today, she did not beg for food and sat quietly at my hubby's feet waiting for us to finish eating calmly...so we did give her a "treat" in her bowl when we were done eating.

She has not had ONE accident inside the house! And I've already had to leave her alone for 8 hours. I totally expected something, but when we got home, she just wagged her tail ran outside and did her thing on the lawn. She is allowed to roam the kitchen and living room of our house (she's not allowed in our bedroom or bathroom).

We definitely need a bed/crate for her, I think, because she needs her "own place" and unfortunately, she thinks the couch is it.

But, at the same time, she doesn't chew or scratch the couch, but lies quietly with her head on one of our laps.

When my husband tells her to get off the couch, she is a little confused because I really believe that she thinks the couch is HER bed, but she eventually will get down and settle by our feet.

Question:

How many people allow their pits on the couch and has it been a problem ever?

And, since she is teething, she is a little "mouthy" like any puppy...but being that her mouth is gonna get bigger than the average dog's, how do you all teach your pits to not bite?

Lua does not have all her shots yet, but when she does, I want to socialize her....how have your experiences with socializing a pit bull with other dogs been?

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Free Pit Spay/Neuter this weekend!

2005-04-29T01:03:02Z

BAY AREA HUMANE ORGANIZATIONS
OFFER FREE SPAY/NEUTER SURGERIES
FOR PIT BULLS AND PIT BULL MIXES

“Pit Fix Day 2005” to take place Saturday, March 26, 2005
7:00AM to 12 Noon at four major Bay Area humane organizations

WHAT:
Bay Area humane organizations are offering free spay/neuter surgeries on “Pit Fix Day 2005.” With a goal of 100 spay/neuter surgeries in the Bay Area, The East Bay SPCA, The San Francisco SPCA, Peninsula Humane Society and Tony La Russa’s Animal Rescue Foundation are providing free spay/neuter surgeries to help curb the problem of pit bull overpopulation. The event is designed to encourage owners to spay or neuter their pit bulls and pit bull mixes.

While Bay Area communities have made great progress in decreasing overall animal euthanasia rates, pit bull overpopulation still remains a significant problem. Pit bulls represent the majority of dogs still being killed in Bay Area shelters due to lack of space. Pit Fix Day is just one of the many ways in which Bay Area animal welfare organizations work together to ensure that these animals don’t die needlessly.
WHEN: Saturday, March 26, 2005
Surgeries scheduled from 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
WHERE/PARTICIPATING ORGANIZATIONS: The East Bay SPCA
410 Hegenberger Loop (off of Interstate 880)
Oakland, CA 94621
Also offering special half-price vaccinations and microchipping

The San Francisco SPCA Spay/Neuter Clinic
2500 16th Street (between Harrison and Bryant)
San Francisco, CA 94103
Also offering free microchipping, free nail trimming, discounts on harnesses and head collars and free choke collar/prongs trade-ins to pit owners

Peninsula Humane Society
12 Airport Boulevard (off of Highway 101)
San Mateo, CA 94401

Tony La Russa’s Animal Rescue Foundation
2890 Mitchell Drive (at the corner of Oak Grove Road)
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Also offering free nail trimming and $25 microchipping (includes registration)
COST: FREE!
PUBLIC INFO: Appointments are necessary. To participate, pit bulls must be healthy and meet specific intake requirements. Animals are spayed or neutered in the morning and released to owners after 4:30 p.m. that same day. Please call 1-877-4-PITFIX (474-8349) for appointments and details about participating organizations in your community

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Yipppee! Moving into a pit bull friendly house!

2005-04-29T00:34:13Z

I'm moving into a pit bull friendly house with a huge fenced in yard.

I'm checking out all shelters and rescues in Los Angeles, first, of course, but if anyone knows of a particularly sweet female blut pit in need of homw, about 1 year old, please let me know!

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Two Pit Bulls Rescue Woman From Red Chow

2005-04-13T00:57:07Z

Finally, some good news about Pit Bulls!

Two Pit Bulls Rescue Woman From Red Chow

Tue Apr 12, 5:39 PM ET Strange News - AP

OMAHA, Neb. - Two dogs whose breed has a reputation for being mean played the roles of rescuers for a woman who was being attacked by another dog.

A red chow was on top of Angie Pecoraro, 22, in her yard on Monday when two pit bulls jumped over a fence and fought off the chow, Nebraska Humane Society spokeswoman Pam Wiese said.

Witnesses said the chow had bitten Pecoraro several times on her hands, arms and stomach, Wiese said.

An ambulance took Pecoraro to a hospital, where she was treated and released, Wiese said.

The Humane Society impounded the chow, and its owner was ticketed for not having the dog restrained and for harboring a dangerous animal. It will be quarantined to make sure it doesn't have rabies, Wiese said.

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male pit bull for breeding

2005-03-13T00:00:04Z

hello all... i have an adba registered pit bull male. his name is velvet garcia. he is a perfect specimen. perfect bite, perfect stance, incredibly intelligent, perfect musculature, friendly almost to a fault. i call him the love dog. i would like to find another adba pit to breed him with as he is now 3 1/2 years old. if anyone out there knows of any resources or websites i should check please let me know. and if you are one of the spay/neuter nazis please don't post a ten paragraph reply telling me how wrong this is and how evil i am. i have left many other message boards recently because of this. my dog is truly exceptional and it would be a shame if his genetics weren't preserved. i will only breed him with a registered dog with a truly above average owner. thanks all!

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Not Friends

2005-03-07T06:59:52Z

My two dogs (female & male) used to get along really well until recently where they would get into fights. Has anyone else experienced this also? And, does anyone have an explanation as to why this might be happening all of a sudden? It seems I'm going to have to separate them but I don't know what to do since I don't want to have to give any one of them up. They both have been with us since they were pups and they are both part of the family. Help!

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I think Tyson and Auger are brothers!

2005-02-26T06:02:22Z

check out the pictures. I just put 2 picts of our Pit Auger. who owns Tyson? We are in St. Paul MN

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Questions about Pit Bulls

2005-02-16T23:26:18Z

Hi...I am anticipating getting a pit bull as soon as my husband and I move somewhere appropriate. I've had dogs in the past, never a pitt bull. My last dog was a Jack Russell Terrier. I've been told JRT's are more aggressive (but less menacing due to their size) than pit bulls.

Also, a friend of mine has a pit bull (keep forgetting to ask which kind...staffordshire, or American, etc) and it NEVER SHEDS! She has the silkiest smooth hair, it shorts and it doesn't seem to shed. My friend swears she never sheds. I have a slight allergy to dogs and the least amount of shedding and dander, the better (and I don't want a sissy poodle or other traditional "non-shedding" dog...what's the point?). I can live with a certain amount of dog dander.

Anyone else have an experience like this with their dog not shedding at all?

What has your overall experience with owning a pit bull been like?

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Shomer's waiting for Santa

2004-12-09T20:50:06Z

http://sanfrancisco.tribe.net/template/pub%2CViewPhoto.vm/context/tribe?page=5&currentoffset=24&parentid=8d2dbf2f-308f-4b96-a526-96b0ec35461a&r=10535

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Pit Puppy Dallas needs a home!

2004-09-20T21:56:51Z

REPLY TO: Please see info below

Six month old healthy beautiful sweet pit bull puppy. He is a stray I
found. He's been vet checked and is up to date on all his shots and
medications. He has a brindle coat with a white chest and two white
paws. He's social, learning tricks and is not aggressive.

I desparately need to place him in a good home. If ANYONE can help me
out or forward this message, I would be much appreciative. I didn't
have the heart to take him to the pound where they will gas him
immediately.

Give this guy a chance and give me a call. 214-953-5763

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Pits in Need

2004-09-13T01:59:49Z

Hi All,

I am reaching out in every direction possible on this one. And maybe you can't help, but know someone who can, I am just hoping to reach someone who can save the lveis of these dogs.

I was out walking my dog a few nights ago when two stray pit bulls came up to us. They are very friendly, so I took them home to figure out what to do with them. Unfortunately, my dog is very small and only has three legs, so she could not hold her own with them, therefore, I could not keep them until i found a home for them.

They are a VERY VERY VERY friendly pair of male pit bulls. Cropped Ears, but their tails are not docked, they have full wagging tails - and they wag them often and profusely! VERY VERY friendly. The smaller dog is a golden brown with a white chest and white paw tips. The larger dog is a black and brown brindle with white around the nose and on the paw tips. These dogs are VERY FRIENDLY! They stayed together and obviously get along very well. Found in Natomas, off San Juan and Bridgeford.

As of Thursday, August 26, 2004, they were taken to the Sacramento City Shelter. They have 5 days there unless claimed or adopted before they will be put to sleep. Even if these are not your dogs, but you are interested in adopting a very friendly Pit Bull, please contact the Sacramento City Shelter about these guys picked up on Rio Loma Way.
I have pictures of them online, you can see them here: http://photobucket.com/albums/v209/drchickon/2%20Pits%20Bulls/

Please help save these guys!!!!
Sac City Shelter:
City of Sacramento Animal Care & Control Center
2127 Front Street
Sacramento, California 95818
(916) 264-PETS (7387)

Thanks!
Stephanie

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collar burn?

2004-09-05T14:51:11Z

My poor little guy gets collar burn around the soft throat area. Our fence is on it's last legs, so we really need to keep him collared, but I haven't found one that dosen't tear his throat up. Any suggestions?

on a side note: Zero LOVES the hose and the other pits I've met are also water fanatics. Anyone got hose loving, swimmin' fiends? :)

Jess

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grass burns...

2004-08-02T13:30:05Z

Hello....
I was wondering if anyone knows of a remedy for the grass burns resulting from dogs urinating. I was told recently that if you put tomato juice in the food that it would stop it from happening! Any input would be much appreciated since we just had sod layed and I would like to keep it looking as good as possible and still allow my dogs to enjoy it as well.

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cute link

2004-07-26T17:10:18Z

http://www.furryfriendsfoundation.com/Truth03/pitbullsinNews.htm

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apartment blues...

2004-07-20T16:01:41Z

My boyfriend and I are graduate students and are generally gone 8-10 hours per day. We keep Monkey in her kennel while we're gone, so she usually has a LOT of pent up energy when we get home. Unfortunately it is then dark and there aren't a whole lot of options for taking her out and letting her run around.

Anyone else deal with this problem? What kind of solutions have you come up with?

Monkey is about 9 months old and FULL of puppy energy!

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Hello

2004-07-20T04:29:55Z

Hello all,
I'm new here and wanted to say hi!
I have two kids (Pits); Monte is 1&1/2 years old and Ginger is 10 months. I've posted pics of them.

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whining

2004-07-15T20:53:36Z

Shomer whines whenever he's left alone. He can't stand to be by himself. Anyone else have this problem? How did you solve it?

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BONES

2004-05-28T21:26:12Z

Cooked bones are dangerous whereas RAW BONES are not. My dogs eat a BARF diet (Bones and Raw Food) and the raw bones clean their teeth and stimulate their anal glands so they never have gland build up like so many dogs on commercial, processed dog food encounter. Just wanted to clarify the misconception that ALL bones are bad: it's just the cooked ones that must be avoided.

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FYI - A few tips for our loyal friends

2004-05-28T01:21:46Z

Pets and Animals
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Ten Things You Should Never Give Your Pet
Dr. Karen Halligan, Director of Veterinary Services, spcaLA

Having worked in emergency for numerous years and have seen pets given all kinds of foods and drinks. An easy rule of thumb, if it isn’t particularly healthy for you, it most likely is not good for your cat or dog. Some pets will eat almost anything, so pet owners need to be careful or they could end up in the local emergency room. The following are ten bad things to give your pets.

1. Make no bones about it -- bones are bad for animals! Every year countless numbers of animals end up in the emergency room from being given bones by their owners, usually as a treat. The fact is that dogs are omnivores, not carnivores and most dogs and cats cannot tolerate bones. They can splinter or lodge in the intestinal tract with disastrous results, usually requiring surgery. They can also get stuck in their mouth or throat, which is just as dangerous. All bones are bad, including pork, chicken and beef. The next time you feel the urge to give your dog a bone, just make sure it’s a milk bone or a nylabone. Your pet will love you for it.

2. Chocolate can be lethal to pets because it contains theobromine which causes increased heart rate, central nervous system stimulation and constriction of arteries. Clinical symptoms range from vomiting, diarrhea, restlessness, and excitability to cardiac failure, seizures and death. This can occur as quickly as four to six hours after ingestion. Baking chocolate is the worst because it contains the highest amount of theobromine. A potential lethal dose is only one pound of chocolate in a 16-pound dog. If your pet has gotten into chocolate you should contact your veterinarian immediately.

3. Alcohol is also very bad for cats and dogs. It doesn’t take much alcohol to intoxicate a pet. Animals will stagger and bump into things, hurting themselves, and it also causes them to urinate uncontrollably. In high doses, alcohol will suppress the central nervous, respiratory and cardiac systems and can lead to death. It is best to just give your pet water.

4. Milk is also not good for animals because many of them are lactose intolerant and will develop diarrhea. Pets often lack the enzyme that is required to break down the sugar in milk and this can cause them to develop vomiting, diarrhea and other gastrointestinal symptoms. Even though they like it, especially cats, refrain from giving your pets milk.

5. Ham and other salty meats and foods are very dangerous to pets. In addition to being high in fat, they are also very salty which can cause serious stomach ache or pancreatitis. Also, large breeds of dogs that eat salty food may drink too much water and develop a life-threatening condition called “bloat.” This is where the stomach fills up with gas and within several hours may twist causing the pet to die. Please avoid giving ham and salty foods to your pets.

6. Onions are toxic to pets. They contain allyl propyl disulfide, which damages their red blood cells and can cause fatal consequences in animals. They may become anemic, weak and have trouble breathing. The best thing to do if your pet ingests onions is to get them to the vet right away.

7. Caffeine is also bad for pets. It contains methylated xanthine that, like chocolate, stimulates the central nervous and cardiac systems and within several hours can cause vomiting, restlessness, heart palpitations and even death. So make sure your pets stay away from that early morning brew.

8. Avocados are also bad for pets. First, they are really high in fat and can cause stomach upset, vomiting and even a pancreatitis. Second, the pit is also toxic and can get lodged in the intestinal tract leading to a severe blockage, which may require surgery.

9. It may come as a surprise to many that tuna fish is bad for cats. Feline’s heart muscle requires an amino acid called taurine to maintain normal strength and function. Regular tuna fish for humans does not have this amino acid and cats that eat too much tuna fish will develop heart problems. If you want to give your cats that taste of tuna that they love, just make sure it is tuna fish for cats which has this amino acid added.

10. The latest study has found that raisins and grapes can lead to kidney failure in pets. Small dogs can also choke on grapes so it is best to just make sure that your pets eat a will balanced diet that is formulated for their life stage.

For more information, please visit www.spcala.com.

Dr. Karen Halligan is Director of Veterinary Services, spcaLA

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For animal lovers

2004-05-24T20:20:12Z

If you love animals and enjoy working with them, WE NEED YOU! Volunteers can help in many ways and no matter how you choose to help, the animals benefit.

Volunteer News
Insider info on what our volunteers are up to!

Animal Assisted Therapy
Volunteers take their animals to hospitals and convalescent homes to bring a little more love into the lives of the patients there.

Shelters
Volunteers are needed in our shelters to assist customers wanting to adopt pets, help people find their lost pets, socialize, groom, clean, bathe, and brush the animals, in addition to cleaning the kennels.

Fostering
When very young puppies or kittens come into our shelters, they often have a slim chance of survival. Foster parents help by providing a temporary home to the youngsters until they're ready to be adopted into permanent homes.

Fundraising
Volunteers work with the Fund Development Department on programs and special events to raise money to support our efforts for animals.

Humane Education
Volunteers give presentations at schools, civic organizations and clubs on proper pet care and the importance of spaying and neutering.

Mobile Adoption
Through our Mobile Adoption Program, volunteers help take dogs and cats to attractive public sites throughout the community, care for the animals on site and help screen potential adopters to ensure that our pets are placed into caring and loving homes.

Special Projects
There are often short term assignments that volunteers can do for us such as research projects, clerical assistance, graphic design work, etc.

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For more information about the spcaLA Volunteer Program, contact the Director of Volunteer Services at 888-772-2521. The spcaLA operates many shelters in Southern California. They provide safe shelter, food, medical care and love for stray and homeless animals seven days a week. We need volunteers to assist staff in caring for these wonderful animals. Volunteers enrich all the lives they touch - both animal and human.

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ALSO OF INTEREST

Donor Information
Donors are the means by which our doors stay open to serve animals and people. We receive no government or United Way funding. There is no umbrella or parent SPCA organization. Donations to the American SPCA does not help animals in your local area. Donors are the means by which our doors stay open to serve animals and people. We receive no government or United Way funding. There is no umbrella or parent SPCA organization. Donations to the American SPCA does not help animals in your local area. Click on the icon or the word Donors to find out how you can financially help the animals and become a member of the spcaLA.

** OR SIMPLY JUST HELP BY DONATING DOG OR CAT FOOD TO AN ANIMAL SHELTER THAT WOULD NEED THE MOST HELP**

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I usually go to Wal-Mart or Kmart and buy big bags of dog food (about 8-10 bags) and donate them to the L.A.-South Shelter when I can't donate time.

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Anyone else feed their babies raw food?

2004-05-17T22:27:45Z

Just curious...my husband & I adopted our 2 Amstaffs from a friend several years ago & about 6 months into having them, we met up with their breeders/trainers who educated us on the benefits of a raw diet (raw meat, bones, small amt. of veggies).
Within 2 weeks we noticed a change in their coat, teeth, behavior (they are so HAPPY at mealtime), and stamina.
Anyone else? If anyone's curious, there is a great book out there called "Natural Nutrition for Dogs and Cats". I forget the author's name, but it's on amazon.
Also, being new to this club, I have to say that PITS RULE!!!!

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dog-dog aggression

2004-04-10T01:08:33Z

Hey folks - I'm just curious if any of you have had the same experience I have, and if so what you did about it...

I've had my pitty (I think she's an AmStaff, actually) for about a year, and she was rescued from a house in Oakland where she'd been chained to a tree and left to rot. She was about 1-1.5 years old when I got her, and was unfixed (which I changed immediately). For the first 6 months I had her, she was great with all other dogs - she wanted to play with them all and didn't get in fights (unless another dog started it). We were at the dog park every day and she was the flirt of the place.

Last summer, over the course of about 2 months, she started getting more aggressive towards other dogs. She's still great with dogs she already knows, but almost always tries to start a fight with new dogs. It was really a total 180. I'm looking into aggression classes around the city, but what i've heard over and over is that this change is really typical for pits when they hit sexual maturity, around 2-3 years old. She's still a complete sweetheart to people - no aggression there at all. Anyone go through this, and what did you try that worked/didn't work?

thanks!
Heidi

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Help! Dog for adoption in Northern Virginia.

2004-02-09T04:11:49Z

Nina is a beautiful 8 month old Pit Bull. She's
friendly and full of energy, but, unfortunately,
the apartment complex she lives in has breed
restrictions and she needs to find a good,
loving home. She is cat friendly and adores
people. She's very small for pit, but she has a
bigger then life personality. She needs to find
a home ASAP or she will have to be taken to a
shelter. I am fostering her and can only keep her until Monday. Please take Nina home and give her the
love and attention she deserves. If interested,
please contact me. I will travel within 4 hours to drop her off.

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Anyone have problems with insurance?

2004-02-06T19:02:37Z

I wonder if any of you have run into the problem of getting or having to get insurance for your Bull Terrier. I have not had this happen until just recently. Does any one know how much it costs?
I have had my Staffordshire bull terrier for 2 years now and he's the most loving obedient sweetest dog I have ever had next to the Labrador Retrievers I have owned. I think it's rediculous but it seems someone in the nieghborhood has complained about him to the Animal Control people. He's been around my kids and my best friends kids since he was a puppy and wouldn't hurt a fly.

Wen

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Happy New Year all

2004-01-17T00:12:41Z

Pit Bulls are awesome. My dog Shomer is my constant companion. I've uploaded a pic of him into the album section.

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