- Do early morning walks with them to help get their energy out and build/ maintain a bond. Even them sniffing around is just good mental stimulation. We have him on a herm sprenger collar too just for his walks. Plan for 1-2 hours of exercise daily.
- Pit bulls are highly intelligent and eager to please
- Focus especially on gentle interactions to build confidence
- They’ll chew through most dog toys but elk antlers hold up well, another way to get their energy out.
- Keep them on the leash while yous are inside for a few weeks so that they can learn manners, get used to life with you, and build that bond.
- Positive reinforcement, dog treats, exercise, and stimulation are the secrets for a good boy.
- In the beginning I’d push to let the dog out to relieve themselves more times than not to avoid accidents/ mess and help them get in that going to the bathroom outside habit: after they eat, every other hour, and twice in the hour before you leave. Positive reinforcement every time they do they’re business outside. Please don’t rub their face in their accidents, it does nothing. Never use harsh corrections or punishment.
- Have a good animal hospital / vet and keep up with vaccinations and preventatives
- Pitties have sensitive skin idk why, coconut oil is a good secret
- look into pet insurance, we have healthy paws and they did a pay out for us before. In the long run it’s going to be more expensive but if ours ever gets into a pickle and needs $10,000 worth of surgery, we’re going to be happy we had that insurance.
1355. 10 dog tips for pit bull owners
Joe DiAndrea 