Are pitbull puppies violent or dangerous?

I plan to get a pit who is 8 weeks everone tellin me its goanna turn on me I have a 2year old thats why kinda weiry about it I also plan to have him near poodles that my parents own if I raise him arround other dogs will he attack them when he is older or attack me I plan to raise him to be a baby everone keeps telling me bad stuff ya know help please

I think any dog (like a pitbull) gets a bad rep from chance instances where those breeds are put into incompetent owners' hands and based on how they were brought up, become violent and attack people. There's a lot of factors that go along with creating a dog's temperament other than predisposition. There's so many factors that go into creating a dog's temperament other than the genetic predisposition that comes along with the breed. Just as there are so many cases of dogs being bad, there are cases of dogs with a 'dangerous' temper being really docile and loving and staying that way.

I don't honestly think you can look at the TV or read the newspaper and make a valid judgement about buying any breed of dog on those stories about people who own fighting dogs and get caught. Each case is individual, and you really have to put your own efforts into making your own dog act how you want it to. Just as humans teach their children to behave.

My best friend has a 1 year old female pitbull and it's the sweetest dog I've ever met. She's very submissive and just like a child. She listens and obeys exceptionally well. I mean, I get on the floor and play with her all the time and all she ever does is try to kiss and lick me. So I can't really understand this whole 'pitbulls are bad and evil' bandwagon everyone is jumping on. And that's the general consensus of all the people who own pitbulls.

It's going to be very different if you buy an aged pitbull vs. a puppy. With an older dog, it's usually already set its ways and formed its habits. When you get a puppy, you can train it and teach it how you wish (with effort!!) which means if you raise it around dogs and correct any bad behavior that sparks, you can probably teach it to be friendly towards other dogs. How the dog acts is largely based on the human factor of it.

A pitbull? Yeah those dogs are very violent. My neighbor has one and it attacked someone. They almost died! I would deffinitley NOT recommend them, especially if you have a child! Your kid is much much more important than getting the wrong breed. Also they are known for turning on their owners/family. I would recommend getting a lab! They are so protective, loving and loyal! But its your choice in the end. But yeah, please really think it over about getting a pit bull, they are not a kind/gentle breed of dog. Oh, and YES even if you train him, he will most likely still turn on the other dogs/poodles/animals too.

Btw, even if you hear other people tell you that their dogs (that are pitbulls) are good, doesnt mean that yours will be. I have heard so so so so many times, that they attacked an elderley woman, and also a 5 yeah old kid. He was just walking to his friends house across the street and the pitbull attacked him! He didnt die, but only because another neighbor had to come and restrain the dog. He was going to shoot it too. The kid was very badly injured. I felt so bad for him. He was mauled very badly. AND the pitbull didnt even have a reason to do it. He had never done it before, he just was unpredictable.
Hope I helped! Good Luck!

This is from the UK and says it all.. yes they are classed as dangerous. Pitballs in the UK have to be muzzelled and I believe castrated or spayed to avoid breeding. There was a series of viscious attacks on children that lead up to this ban.

The government has taken several steps to try to crack down on those who breed and trade dangerous dogs, as well as those who own them

The Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 is the most prominent of the various laws that cover dog ownership in the UK.

The act bans the breeding and sale or exchange of four kinds of dog - pit bull terriers, Japanese Tosas, the Dogo Argentinos, and the Fila Brasileiros. Cross-breeds of those dogs are covered by the law.

Yes, Pitbulls are dangerous. My neighbor across the street from me had a pitbull that had 8 puppies. That dog must have gone mad. The ordinance officer picked him up aftrer he attacked a child next door. He also picked up the 8 puppies. I don't understand if you have a 2 yr old and have heard stories about pitbulls, why you would even consider getting one. I would take Macy's advice and get a gentle & loving dog.

Why even take the chance your 2 year old might get hurt or worse ?

Dear njb1982,
Here are examples of dangerous dog laws that have been passed this year:

In Kansas City, MO, the city council passed a law that requires all pit bulls to be spayed or neutered. Breeders will also have to install fencing and keep records about anyone who buys a puppy. Fourteen more animal control officers will be hired.

Overland Park, Kansas banned pit bulls in July. Current owners were allowed to keep the dogs they had, and a July 27, 2006 deadline to register their pit bulls.

Owners in Illinois who allow dangerous dogs to run loose or who do not enclose, spay, or neuter an animal that injures or kills someone will face prison time. Felons are also not allowed to own dangerous dogs.
Sue...good luck

I don't know what the deal with pit bulls is. Years ago they were considered one of the best dog breeds to own. Now they seem too unpredictable. There are so many cases of dogs that were docile and loving their whole life without warning turning on owners or their children.

A lot of people claim the breed is just misunderstood. I know I wouldn't chance it.

Me and my friend's pitbull.

I have had pit bulls for 15 years. They have slept with my children as they were growing up. They are now grown and on their own. I have two pitbulls that sleep with me and the kitten every night. They're good with the ferret and the other animals that share our home. These dogs are fantastic dogs - when bred right. When responsible people do it the right way. In-breeding (which is often done by backyard breeders and puppy mills) are the biggest problem. You get unpredictable behaviors and sometimes dangerous animals. Go with someone who can prove the lines are clean. Ask for papers. Ask to see mom and dad. The living quarters they keep will give you a clue. Is the home clean? Are the dogs kept well? What kind of food are they eating. Are the parents keep up on with shots and medications such as Frontline and heartguard?

Yes...they can be dangerous in the wrong hands, but take your precautions and you can be pretty sure you will have the best dog you will ever be blessed to call a companion.

Here are a couple of websites to help inform you more on this fantastic breed.
http://www.workingpitbull.com/
http://www.badrap.org/rescue/owning.cfm
http://www.pitbulllovers.com/
http://www.heartsofgoldpitrescue.petfinder.com
http://www.pbrc.net/email.html
http://bless-the-bullys.tripod.com

pitbulls are no different than any other dog. mean people own mean dogs period. I have owned nothing but pit pretty much my whole life nad because my dad and I have been responsible owners I have never had a problem.

just look at how dangerous this dog is

oh yeah sur ethis dog is a killer

awww

yeah this is real violent

a true killer

Pictures don't mean anything sgt harris, just like when a person smiles into a camera, that doesn't mean they are happy. Are you the one trying to argue with Macy, very mature. You're a grown man (I think), you should know better!

That is Macy's opinion and also mine too, if we don't RECOMMEND them you shouldn't be immature about it and say that stuff. I think a vet doctor knows more than you, if they say that pitbulls are one of the most dangerous dogs, they are.

Choice between child or dog = no brainer

Why even take the chance your 2 year old might get hurt or worse ?

I think they are dangerous and to big to handle. But even the dogs with the meanest reputation can be nice if tratede properly. It is a very controversial issue. If I were you, I would NOT get the dog. They are trying to outlaw the where I live, and I hope they do. People in my neightborhood are constantly getting attacked by pit bulls b/c other people don't keep them chained up or in their yard. They attack everyone and they killed my cats and my dog! I hate pit bulls! Plus, they're really ugly.

They are only dangerous if they are trained to be.
Our family pit bull loves kids. The worst she would do is lick them to death or accidentally knock them over.
Pit bulls have a bad rep because of bad owners.

it all depemds on how you raise them!!! I have one and he's a baby'!