Types of dogs: the Pitbull dog

Pitbull Dog Breed

The American Pitbull

is a companion of the family or the so-called family dog. The Pitbull was originally found in ox farms and has evolved

To become a comprehensive farm dog, and then moved into the home to become "domestic Dogs" because they were kind around children. The tenacity and courage of a dog

Pitbulls make them competitors in the sport of pulling weight, agility, and obedience competition.

Features of American Pitbull dogs:

• Breed: Belongs to a pasture dog.
• Weight: from 25 to 30 kg, male - 20 to 25 kg, female
• Height: 46 to 49 cm, male - 43 to 46 cm, female
• Life span: from 12 to 16 years.

The American Pitbull is one of the so-called, bully breeds, which is often called the Pitbull. In fact, the Pitbull is not a breed, however

Important information about the Pitbull dog:

American Pitbulls are not a good choice for people who cannot give them much attention.

They must be trained, and socialized with the youth, to overcome this breed's tendencies towards stubbornness. Which can make him difficult to deal with, if he does not learn

You are in charge.

The American Pitbull should be kept on restraint in public to prevent aggression towards other dogs. It is not a good idea to allow these Dogs to roam around dog parks, as they will not hold back from fighting with other dogs, and fight to the end. American Pitbulls who are not properly socialized can become aggressive towards other dogs. I have Pitbo dogs

An American has a great need to chew, and strong jaws quickly act on cheap or weak toys. Give your child hard toys that cannot be chewed and swallowed.

History of Pitbull dogs

Pitbull Dogs were used in England in the early nineteenth century for the popular sports of jumping and bears. When those sports were deemed inhuman and illegal in 1835.

The dog fight arose in its place - and so was the aggressiveness of the dogs that were bred in the genotype. But another part of this breed's genetic makeup is an unwillingness to bite humans.

This breed is soon known to be strong and protective dogs, but they are also known to be gentle and family-friendly. When "Pitbull dogs" accompanied immigrants to America they began new professions as comprehensive farm Dogs.

Their jobs included hunting wild, guarding possessions against intruders, and providing companionship. In keeping with the "bigger is better" mentality in their new country, the settlers developed a larger dog than it had been in England.

The size of a pitbull

The height is from 45cm to 47.5cm for males, 42.5cm to 45cm for females. Weight ranges from 30 to 85 lbs.

The character of a Pitbull dog

These dogs love people and have no idea that their size is something that makes people fear them. Confident and fully aware of their surroundings, they monitor their surroundings and may alert you to the presence of strangers. But this is primarily because they are eager to greet their "guests". Whereas their love for people makes them fail like guard Dogs.

Their courage is unmatched and they will defend their families with their lives. Like every dog, American Pitbulls need early socialization - exposure to many different people, celebrities, voices, and experiences - when they are young. Socialization helps ensure your dog grows up to be a social dog.

Pitbull health

American Pitbulls are generally considered to be of good health, but as with all breeds, they are prone to some health conditions. It is important to be aware of it if you are considering this breed.

• 1- Hip joint dysplasia: This condition is a deformity of the hip joint. It can be extremely painful depending on the severity of the condition. Dogs that are being bred should have an X-ray of their hips at the age of two years to make sure that this disease is not present.
• 2- Allergies: Skin allergies usually result from these environmental allergens such as fleas, grass, pollen, and dust. It can also be related to food, but this is less common. Common allergens include beef, rice, wheat, and corn. Allergies can cause intense itching and discomfort and this is risky because secondary infections can develop in damaged tissues. To treat allergies, the cause should be identified and removed from the dog's environment if possible.
• 3- Hypothyroidism: It is a dysfunction of the thyroid gland that causes weight gain, reproductive problems, and other issues. It usually occurs in middle-aged Dogs and can be controlled with daily medications, which must be continued throughout the dog's life.
• 4- Heart disease: it is diagnosed with chest x-rays and electrocardiograms.

Diet for pitbull dogs

Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food per day, divided into two meals. Note: How much your adult dog eats will depend on his size, age, build, and activity level.

Dogs are individuals, just like people, and they don't all need the same amount of food. The quality of the dog food you buy also makes a difference - the better the dog's food, the more nutritious food for your dog and reduce the quantities.

To prevent obesity, measure your dog's food, and serve your meals at specific times each day, rather than quitting food all the time. It should be at the waist when you look at it, and you should be able to feel its ribs underneath a layer of muscle, but not see it. If the ribs are buried under rolls of fat, your dog needs to go on a diet.

Pitbull dog with children and other pets:

American Pitbull loves children. It is strong, energetic, and forgiving, and is also an ideal companion. However, a dog of any size or breed should never be left unsupervised with children. When there is no adult present to supervise what is going on, dogs have to be divided or bonded, especially after they reach sexual maturity. Do not allow children to pull out a dog's ears or tail.

Teach them not to approach any dog ​​while he is sleeping, eating, or trying to take the dog's food away. Some American Pitbulls retain the tendency to be aggressive with other dogs, but if they are socialized early and trained to know the behavior expected of them, this aggression can be reduced or overcome, and many are friendly to dogs and cats. Just to be safe, you should always be supervised in the presence of other pets.