| The Pit Bull terrier is an amazing dog and is extremely | | | | being training your Pit, the better. At 8 weeks of |
| energetic and can certainly prove to be a handful if | | | | age, you can begin basic training and socializing your |
| not properly trained. American Pit Bulls are extremely | | | | Pit Bull puppy. Remember, make sure to keep the |
| loyal and when a relationship is formed, it lasts | | | | training activities fun and use positive reinforcements |
| forever. If you're a new Pit Bull owner, you really | | | | to encourage desired behavior. |
| need to understand how demanding these dogs can | | | | Socialization is one of the key areas of focus for Pit |
| be and realize that they need a lot of attention and | | | | Bull training. Pits can be extremely friendly and |
| training in order to recognize their full potential as | | | | affectionate animals but they can be dog aggressive |
| pets. Pits are very intelligent dogs and this will work | | | | if not properly socialized. The best way to socialize |
| to your advantage as you're going through the | | | | your pup is to enroll in training classes. Training classes |
| training process. | | | | allow your Pit to be trained side by side with other |
| Because of their high intelligence, Pit Bulls can have | | | | dogs. |
| stubborn streak in them but don't let this scare you | | | | When your Pit Bull puppy reaches the age of 13-16 |
| when it comes to obedience training time. You as the | | | | weeks, you can begin a more serious training routine. |
| owner must remember that there will be times when | | | | During this age, your Pit will likely test his boundries |
| you ask him to do something and he's not going to | | | | with you and explore the area of dominance. He may |
| obey, even though he knows what you are | | | | nip and try to assume the alpha dog role. It is |
| expecting him to do. Remember to remain patient in | | | | important to be strong during this time and maintain |
| these times and don't get frustrated. The earlier you | | | | the dominant role in the relationship. |