Got the Pit Bull pup I have been wanting...anything I should know?

I'm glad you did research. My husband and I had to move quick with our Pit mix if we wanted her so we didn't have time for research. I figured that since she was part American Bulldog and I had experience with that breed we wouldn't have any problems. Boy was I wrong.

My biggest suggestion (as I am sure you have already read) is to socialize the crap out of your dog. Be aware though, that no matter how friendly a puppy might seem, that friendliness could change to aggression between 2 and 3 years of age. So watch very closely for any signs of dog aggression then. Another tip, I wouldn't let your dog off the leash with any strange dogs. It doesn't matter how friendly your dog is, if a fight breaks out, your dog will be blamed (it doesn't matter who started the fight). And, the only reason it will be blamed is because it is a pit.

I have discovered that Pit bulls are extremely smart dogs, but very, very, VERY stubborn. When you read that they are stubborn, it mean they are stubborn. Be prepared for allot of negative comments on your dog. O, and get insurance on your dog, you should have insurance for any dog you have anyways.

Good luck and congrats on your new puppy!

As a fellow Pit bull owner and an employee at the SPCA, I can tell you that one of the most important things for this breed is early socialization to avoid aggression problems later on(usually begins when the dog reaches one or two years).

Also, enforce the rules on him now or when he reaches adulthood he can become to strong to handle. My Pit needs constant stimulation because he gets bored quickly and the best remedy besides exercise and my attention is a SUPER strong chew toy.

Good luck and do everything you can to stop this great breeds horrible reputation;)

Good to hear it, and thanks for adopting.

First and foremost, pit bulls are athletes to the core, and will require much more physical activity than the bull you already have. Long walks, jogs, play sessions, etc. Mental stimulation is of paramount importance, so be sure to make time to go over commands daily.

They are master escape artists....don't leave your dog unattended off-lead.

Many are highly prey driven (my oldest male could tear apart a squirrel before you can blink)...so keep him on a leash. Terriers were bred to kill vermin, and pits are no exception, although levels vary.

Lastly, they aren't heat tolerant and they aren't cold tolerant. Don't leave him out in either extreme. Hypothermia and overheating are real concerns with a breed with this short single coat.

Otherwise, read up. And strive to make your pittie a great representative of the breed. Congrats!

I would make sure you socialize your pup alot with other dogs and people. You want to make sure he is comfortable in all surroundings. Its horrible to say but alot of people stereotype these dogs as mean or bad, and even a loud bark is looked at wrong. I love pits and work on training them to be social butterflies so when a non believer encounters them, they might change their minds. Good luck and have fun!

what a good person wish more people would adopt more dogs

take him training and socialize him around people and other dogs is important also do some research on the internet

good luck

That is great Congrats.All I can say is make sure he gets a lot of exercise and training.

Just always be aware that there will be people out there always evaluating your dog and how he interacts. Make sure you go to obedience with your new guy and work to get him his CGC title.

Congratulations!!! I can't wait until I can get one.

well you should of researched BEFORE getting the pup....

congrats!!!!

socialize, train, exercise!