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It's bull terriers actually, Ciel.
And there are many different types, and hybrids even now. I use the term 'pit' for a reason; I'm trying to prove that this breed is NOT born wicked and dangerous, etc., just because they are 'pits'. I've had some success - many who were prejudiced against the breed have changed their minds since they've met my dogs. Every little bit counts!!
posted by
adnohr
on January 28, 2013 at 6:15 AM
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LOL - I was holding up their favorite treat, UtahJay.
Marrow bones. They love them!! Yes, Smooch is bigger than Grump now. He's not the same family of bull terrier. He's a floppy, loving doggie. Grump is much wiser!!
posted by
adnohr
on January 28, 2013 at 6:11 AM
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My doggies ARE adorable, SImone.
Any case of dogs turning bad ends up being a human's fault...sometimes intentionally, sometimes just plain ignorance about how to handle the animal. It breaks my heart.
posted by
adnohr
on January 28, 2013 at 6:09 AM
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Dogs have long memories - a dog hurt or scared him once obviously.
People should have to prove they are intelligent enough to have an animal before being allowed to care for one.
posted by
adnohr
on January 28, 2013 at 6:07 AM
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And Mama loves them!! Thank you, Justi!
posted by
adnohr
on January 28, 2013 at 6:01 AM
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Unfortunate, but true FSI. The media doesn't help, of course.
posted by
adnohr
on January 28, 2013 at 6:01 AM
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Most doggies will respect those who respect them, Kabu.
They are actually much wiser than many humans.
posted by
adnohr
on January 28, 2013 at 6:00 AM
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Which goes to prove that is not the breed, but the treatment of the dog.
My son's favorite breed is the Shepherds.
posted by
adnohr
on January 28, 2013 at 5:59 AM
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Why are they still being called 'pits' ?
Don't they have a name less prejudicial? American bull terriers, or something? Or is that a different breed?
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Ciel
on January 27, 2013 at 7:29 PM
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I just can't believe how big Smooch has grown, and what happy dogs, just look at those smiles.
posted by
UtahJay
on January 26, 2013 at 11:08 PM
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Naut is right... is not the dogs that are the problem but their owners... Here in Miami we had a case of a Pit bitting a child and everyone went into a uproar... but they did not see that the poor doggie had been trained to fight and was abused since he was a puppy... He saw the child as someone to compete with and attacked... Terrible for the kid but not really the poor dog's fault. Well the crazed people did not care and they outlawed owning Pits in South Florida!!! Ridiculous. YOur doggies looked adorable :-) xoxoxo
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Sinome
on January 26, 2013 at 8:43 PM
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adnohr
The dogs are never the problem - it's the people! My Benny has really changed for the better over this past year, although he remains very wary of and hostile towards other dogs, especially larger ones. I have not been able to find out what it was in his previous ennvironment that might have caused that...
posted by
Nautikos
on January 26, 2013 at 6:19 PM
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adnohr
Beautiful post. They love mama!
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Justi
on January 26, 2013 at 12:41 PM
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I agree with you 100%. Pitbulls have been a big issue in Baltimore, but it's been a few who have ruined it for many.
posted by
FormerStudentIntern
on January 26, 2013 at 12:07 PM
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i agree about animals. It is the bad handling or misunderstanding an
animal that causes problems. I adore your doggies. Actually I have never met a dog that I couldn't get respect from art the very least. You just enjoy those two who never let you down.
posted by
Kabu
on January 26, 2013 at 11:11 AM
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adnohr
I've owned 3 German Shepherds, never a problem, the only dog that ever attacked me was a St. Bernard that was chained to a post in PEI, The following week it killed a child.
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WileyJohn
on January 26, 2013 at 9:33 AM
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Re: p.s. We've got hockey in St. Louis... I know your team is out there, too.
I know!! In fact, you have my favorite goaler, Jaroslav Halak. Well favorite after Carey Price, of course. Halak used to play for my team, and he is fantastic...and such a nice guy in his interviews. I'd like to steal him back!!
posted by
adnohr
on January 26, 2013 at 4:39 AM
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Hopefully the boys will retain what they learned while here, PatB
I tried to warn their parents - my dogs made allowances, but other dogs they meet might not. Every child should be shown how to treat any animal....with respect.
posted by
adnohr
on January 26, 2013 at 4:37 AM
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Well, I could tell you about my warm, cosy fires, CCT.
As for the weather here - nope, it is still freezing out there. But winter is supposed to be cold....
posted by
adnohr
on January 26, 2013 at 4:34 AM
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For one thing,TAPS, if people did do that
There would be no more sensation articles about dog attacks, unless they were defending their huumans from bad guys!! LOL - I've had people tell me that, if reincarnation is true, they want to come back as one of my dogs.
posted by
adnohr
on January 26, 2013 at 4:32 AM
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BC-A, any dog seems to sense if you're a good person.
Dogs get far less credit than they deserve (and many people get far more!!). My neighbour's beautiful rott comes to visit every morning - she's huge, and sweet!
posted by
adnohr
on January 26, 2013 at 4:29 AM
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LOL, grandma - chi'sare not my favorite breed either. Yappy.
My daughter just got herself one, it weighs about 1 1/2 lbs. She carries it around in her purse. I'll have to get a picture of it between my two 100 lb guys and then we can all laugh!!
posted by
adnohr
on January 26, 2013 at 4:27 AM
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We're having a good dancing week, after that terrible beginning, huh, Sam?
I sincerely believe that anyone who is cruel to animals will one day pay the note, in one way or another.
posted by
adnohr
on January 26, 2013 at 4:24 AM
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p.s. We've got hockey in St. Louis... I know your team is out there, too.
posted by
Pat_B
on January 26, 2013 at 3:56 AM
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I have a hunch you're right -- if pits were as aggressive as
Chihuahuas or Poms or Beagles, they'd really be the bad guys of dogdom. And it's definitely the owners who define the individuals. Woe betide parents who don't teach their children kindness when they are itty bitty.
posted by
Pat_B
on January 26, 2013 at 3:55 AM
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Well they always look freindly enough Adnohr. I once knew girl who had three Alsatians, she was quite nice but the dogs worried me. Hurry up and tell about nice warm things.
posted by
C_C_T
on January 26, 2013 at 12:34 AM
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Wouldn't it be great if all humans responded to their "pets" in the way that you do.
posted by
TAPS.
on January 25, 2013 at 10:09 PM
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adnohr
äAw I’ve never seen a tough pit bull in this city. A puppy even befriended me. I don’t know the breed or mix of the big friendly dog that greets me on the way to the bus stop. He looks like a Rottweiler or some kind of bull dog mix love. BC-A, Bill’s R®st
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BC-A
on January 25, 2013 at 10:02 PM
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What beautiful babies! I have known some fine, well mannered pitbulls. Just keep the neurotic chihuahuas away from me! LOL
posted by
dancin_grandma
on January 25, 2013 at 9:31 PM
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It is unfortunate that the animals take the rap when it's the owner all along! They are truly adorable! It was a great game last night! And, tonight the Wings finally scored on a power play and a total of 4 goals in the second period! I am now dancing! LOL! sam
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sam444
on January 25, 2013 at 6:20 PM
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