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PIT BULL BANS ARE NOT THE ANSWER ( SAY NO TO BSL )

Pit bull bans are not the answer. This great breed of dog is being owned by the wrong people in these cases. These few people shouldn't ruin the breed for the rest of the people that raise these dogs to be loving family pets. The people that are fighting these dogs and using them as a mean of protection or street cred are the ones ruining the reputation of the breed. They need to enact extremely tough laws against people fighting and mistreating dogs of any breed. That is the only way to truly solve problems with dog aggression towards people.

You can ban a breed, but there are hundreds of other breeds of dogs that have the same potential to kill and maim people and children. Banning the breed will only change the breed responsible for the attacks. It will not stop dog attacks.

Pit bull were never bred to be human aggressive, only dog aggressive. Even the dog aggression has been bred out of this breed for the most part. Human aggression is not a characteristic of this breed and it never was.

It's the rare cases where a person tries to train these dogs to be human aggressive with no knowledge on the breed, or how to properly train a protection dog. They end up with a dog that is unstable and unpredictable. The other type of people that are responsible for dog attacks are people with little or no knowledge of the breed that do no socialize their dogs with people or other dogs. Socializing dogs of any breed is essential in preventing dog attacks. Also, dogs need daily exercise to avoid building pent up energy that can be potentially released in the wrong way.

There are hundreds of dog attacks each day. The media only focuses on pit bull attacks for the most part. They do this because it sells their story. This gives the public the misconception that pit bulls are responsible for most dog attacks. In reality they are responsible for very few dog attacks.

If anyone takes the time to do research on strong breeds of dogs you will find hundreds of breeds that have the potential to kill. Therefore banning one breed of dog is not only pointless, it's unfair to dog owners that treat this breed with love and consider them as part of their family.

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Korean scientists clone pit bull

Hyung-Jin Kim Associated Press

SEOUL, South Korea -- Bernann McKinney says her beloved pit bull "Booger" saved her life when another dog attacked her, then learned to push her wheelchair while she recovered from a severe hand injury and nerve damage.

He died in 2006, but now he's back -- at least in clone form, after the birth last week of puppies replicated by a South Korean company.

"Yes, I know you! You know me too!" McKinney cried joyfully Tuesday, hugging the puppy clones as they slept with one of their two surrogate mothers, both Korean mixed breed dogs, in a Seoul laboratory. "It's a miracle."

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The five clones were created by Seoul-based RNL Bio in cooperation with a team of Seoul National University scientists who in 2005 created the world's first cloned dog, an Afghan hound named Snuppy.

It is headed by Lee Byeong-chun, a former colleague of disgraced scientist Hwang Woo-suk, whose purported breakthroughs in stem cell research were revealed as fake. Independent tests, however, proved the team's dog cloning was genuine.

Lee's team has since cloned some 30 dogs and five wolves, but claims Booger's clones, for which McKinney paid $50,000, are the first successful commercial cloning of a canine.

The procedure, which costs up to $150,000, is drawing criticism from animal rights groups which oppose cloning pets. They say it can lead to malformed offspring and exploitation of surrogates and egg donors, as well as unfounded claims that the new animal is an exact copy of the original.

"It's fraught with animal welfare concerns and it does not bring back a loved one," said Martin Stephens, vice president for animal research issues at The Humane Society of The United States, based in Washington.

"A dead animal's DNA does not guarantee the offspring will be identical to the deceased. It takes more than just genes to create an animal," said Stephens, who is a biologist.

He said the cloning process also subjects hundreds of dogs and cats to invasive procedures as egg donors and surrogates. According to a report released by The Humane Society in May, 3,656 cloned embryos, 319 egg donors and 214 surrogates were used to produce just five cloned dogs and 11 cloned cats who were able to survive 30 days past birth.

There are millions of homeless dogs and cats in the U.S., Stephens said, and "we don't need new sources to compete with animal shelters and reputable breeders."

McKinney, 57, a screenwriter who taught drama at U.S. universities, contacted Lee after her dog died of cancer in April 2006. She had earlier gone to U.S.-based Genetics Savings and Clone but it shut down in late 2006 after only producing a handful of cloned cats and failing to produce any dog clones.

The Korean scientists brought the dog's frozen cells to Seoul in March and nurtured them before launching formal cloning work in late May, according to RNL Bio.

"The cells' status was indeed bad as they had been stored for a long time," Lee told The Associated Press in a phone interview.

"But the scientific technology has also developed compared with when we cloned Snuppy. There is no room for any doubt over whether they are real clones," said Lee, whose team has identified the puppies as Booger's genuine clones. His university's forensic medicine team is currently conducting reconfirmation tests.

Lee said the five clones, which share identical white spots below their necks, were all healthy though their weights vary slightly.

McKinney said she was especially attached to Booger because he saved her from an attack by another dog three times his size. She suffered severe injuries to her left hand and damaged nerves in her leg and stomach, and spent part of her recovery in a wheelchair.

McKinney said Booger acted as more than a canine companion as she recuperated. He pulled her wheelchair when its battery ran out, opened her house door with his teeth and helped her take off her shoes and socks, even though she never trained him to do so.

"I believe that Booger was an angel that God rented out to me for short period of time," she said. "And he knew I would be lost without him, so he sent me some more. He sent me five more mini- Boogers."

She said she has named the clones Booger McKinney, Booger Lee, Booger Ra, Booger Hong and Booger Park, after herself and the South Korean scientists who achieved the cloning.

McKinney said she will take three of the cloned dogs to her home in California, where she lives with five other dogs and three horses. She plans to donate the others to work as service dogs for the handicapped or elderly.

RNL Bio charges up to $150,000 for dog cloning but was paid a third of that by McKinney because she is the first customer and helped with publicity, said company head Ra Jeong-chan.

Ra said his firm eventually aims to clone about 300 dogs per year and is also interested in duplicating camels for customers in the Middle East.

Pit bulls need positive PR

"I recently read your answer to a woman whose husband had a pit bull that didn't get along with their Shar Pei. I now have three pit bulls, all rescues, and while it's not a breed I really wanted, these are some of the most awesome, smart and gentle dogs I have ever owned. As every stray around the boonies seems to end up here, I worried about having pits. I have worked very hard training and socializing them, and they are welcome places where most dogs aren't allowed. Clyde has even been invited to train to be a therapy dog.

"I know some bad pits, but I've seen bad dogs from almost every breed. What I mostly see are bad owners. I was wondering: What is your general opinion of pit bulls?"

The following text is from a World War I U.S. propaganda poster titled "Watchful-Waiting": The Germans have their "Wincht am Rhein," the English play "Lord Save the King," the Frenchmen sing their "Marseillaise," while the Russians chant their "National Hymn." Our spirit shuns this warlike ring: Peace breathes in what we proudly sing: "The Star-Spangled Banner." And long may it wave, o'er the land of the free and home of the brave. By these colors we stand ever true. Three Cheers for the Red, White and Blue.

Above that text was the image of an American Staffordshire terrier, a pit bull, wrapped in the American flag.

Needless to say, times have changed.

The American Staffordshire terrier used to be the all-American dog. Abroad, pit bulls served with U.S. soldiers, utilizing their superior hearing and sense of smell to warn of mustard gas, shell raids and other lurking dangers, including the presence of enemy spies -- as was the case with Sgt. Stubby, the pit who single- handedly captured a German spy and dragged him to camp by the seat of his pants. For his service, he became the only pooch to be promoted to the rank of sergeant.

At home, pit bulls helped the government promote and sell war bonds. Their mugs were featured in Buster Brown ads -- the reliable, sturdy, all-American shoe. And they starred alongside children in Hollywood productions, most notably Petey in "The Little Rascals." In fact, they earned the nickname "nanny dogs" from their intrinsically gentle way with children.

Historically, pit bulls have been the dog of choice for the tough patriot -- Teddy Roosevelt and George Patton -- as well as the soulful observer -- Helen Keller and Mark Twain.

So what happened?

Part fear campaign, part smear campaign, first the media, then America, systemically turned against this once beloved dog. And just as the media have the influence to elect a president, they have the power to ban a breed. Today, many insurance companies will not issue homeowners insurance on a home that will put a roof over the head of a dog that even "looks like a pit bull."

The truth is, nearly 4.7 million people suffer dog bites in the United States each year. Approximately 16 of those cases are fatal, and pit bulls are statistically responsible for about four of those, according to the Center for Disease Control.

My opinion? There's no such thing as a bad breed. All dogs have the potential to be great pets, depending on your needs. And any individual dog that displays aggression should be kept out of homes and neighborhoods with children and other animals.

There are too many dogs, of all shapes and sizes, out there biting people, and the vast majority of those are family pets biting family members. Media hype surrounding pit bulls turns a molehill into a mountain, creates an atmosphere vulnerable to empty legislation and distracts from the real problem: We lack a system that holds pet owners and providers accountable for the actions of those pets.

Until that becomes the point of discussion, the pit bull's best chance is a little positive PR. Tune in to Animal Planet for the series "Animal Witness." Its inaugural episode, "The Michael Vick Case," detailed the inhumane treatment Vick's dogs suffered as prisoners in the underground world of dogfighting and showed the remarkable recovery many of those dogs have made, in large part due to their natural disposition prevailing against enormous odds.

Woof!

Dog trainer Matthew "Uncle Matty" Margolis is co-author of 18 books about dogs, a behaviorist, a popular radio and television guest, and host of the PBS series "WOOF! It's a Dog's Life!" Read all of Uncle Matty's columns at the Creators Syndicate Web site at www.creators.com, and visit him at www.unclematty.com. Send your questions to dearuncle.gazette@unclematty.com or by mail to Uncle Matty at P.O. Box 3300, Diamond Springs, CA 95619.

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How To Train A Pitbull- The Secret To Raising A Gentle Pitbull by Michael Hutchins

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When "Rocco", our 8 month old Pitbull started getting out of control, we wished that we knew how to train a Pitbull. Unfortunately, my wife laura and I had waited until "Rocco" was close to full grown, to begin out Pitbull puppy training. Luckily, we took the advice of a professional Pitbull handler, and we applied the secret to raising a gentle Pitbull.

When I say that "Rocco" was out of control, I don't mean he was vicious. In fact, "Rocco" was more likely to "kill" a person with "kindness", than any other method.

When Laura or I would return home from work, "Rocco" would almost knock us over in his delight! And, at over 80 lbs, "Rocco" was our worst nightmare with his habit of jumping.

"Rocco" had also developed a chronic barking habit. He would bark at just about any, or everything. He would even bark at people INSIDE their cars. And cats? Forget about it!

"Rocco" would go nuts!

Frankly, Laura and I were clueless about how to train a Pitbull. The problem became so severe that we were strongly considering putting "Rocco" up for adoption.

Luckily, we ran across some information written by a professional Pitbull handler. We uncovered the reasons for Rocco's behavior, and what we could do to change it. Basically, we learned about 4 strategies for raising a gentle Pitbull:

1) Begin the training process at the youngest possible age- one word commands can begin at 8-10 weeks.

2) Give your Pitbull puppy PLENTY of exercise.

3) Don't isolate your Pitbull for long periods of time.

4) Give your Pitbull puppy ample opportunities to socialize with other dogs/people.

When Laura and I first began applying some of the many techniques we learned in the guide, it was challenging. "Rocco" was stubborn and set in his ways. The guide went in to great detail on obedience training for Pitbulls of all ages, and after about 3 weeks we noticed a dramatic improvement in his behavior. No more jumping, and limited barking!

Pit bulls get bum rap, Humane Society says

MURRAY -- There was no excessive barking, no biting and no visibly aggressive behavior among the dozen happy, playful pit bulls and pit-bull mixes hoping for a new home.

The pleasant scene was exactly what the Humane Society of Utah wanted in a special gathering Friday to illustrate that often- feared dogs, if properly trained, are lovers not fighters.

Gene Baierschmidt, Humane Society of Utah executive director, said pit bulls are the most difficult breed to place. Of the 150 total adoptable canines in the kennel, 12 are pit bulls, dogs he says are a victim of perception.

"Any breed is capable of biting," he said. "The biggest biters are cocker spaniels."

There are misconceptions about pit bulls, and the only real problems arise from owners who train their animals to be aggressive, Baierschmidt said.

"There is a continuing debate about pits, and some cities have even enacted bans on private ownership of these dogs," he said. "But they've gotten a bad reputation because irresponsible people have exploited the very characteristics that can also make them loyal, affectionate pets."

Specifically, he says, the dogs are eager to please their human caregivers. If they fall into the hands of people who take advantage of the animals' strength, energy and devotion to train them as fighters, they will, indeed, become aggressive and dangerous.

In fact, he said, the dogs will submit to horrifying suffering and abuse in undergoing such "training" because they believe that's what their owners -- who represent pack leaders to them -- want.

But Baierschmidt said if a pit bull has a structured environment, and a person establishes a positive leadership role and provides plenty of exercise as an outlet for the dog's energy, the pit bull can become an affectionate, gentle companion that craves human attention and thrives on belly rubs.

Coincidental to Friday's pit bull party, A.J. and Tiffany Lumsden drove more than 100 miles from Green River, Wyo., to adopt one of the dogs.

"I love pit bulls," Tiffany Lumsden said, adding the female pit bull, Daisy, they were adopting is patient and gentle and will remain that way. They plan to rename her Kona.

"I believe it's not the breed," she said.

Jessica Almeida, a Humane Society behavioral specialist, said poodles can be trained to be mean, but they won't be as threatening.

Almeida gives every pit bull in the society's care an intensive behavior assessment before it's made available for adoption.

Baierschmidt said he is surprised at how many people who really like a certain dog and then are shocked and back off adopting it when they find out it's a pit bull.

"We don't discriminate against any breed," he said. "Each animal is evaluated as an individual. Our goal is certainly not to exacerbate the pit bull's bad reputation by placing questionable dogs for adoption. On the contrary, we're making every effort to show the public what a wonderful potential this breed has to be a family pet when it is responsibly trained and cared for."

Notwithstanding, improperly trained or untrained pit bulls may attack and make nasty headlines when they do. Last month in Magna, a man killed two roaming pit bulls that threatened a family's safety. A pit bull last November injured a small dog and its owner in an attack in Salt Lake City.

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Pit Bull Saves Family of Five

The smoke alarms started going off, but it wasn't until a pit bull started barking that her family woke up and discovered a fire in the basement of their Alexandria home.

The fire, which started close to 1 a.m. Saturday morning in the two-story duplex at 37 South Gordon Street, started inside the dryer vent, according to officials. It was spreading inside a wall behind the washer and dryer when a plastic water line ruptured and partly put the blaze out.

The family said that it was their pit bull, Jasmine, who alerted them to the fire.

Damage to the home is estimated at $20,000. Alexandria fire department workers installed new smoke alarms in the home.

The family and Jasmine have made plans to stay with family and friends.

COMMON FOODS THAT YOU NEED TO KEEP AWAY FROM YOUR PITBULL OR DOGS

While fruits are a healthy choice for adults, it is not true for the four legged members of our families. According to a recent study, grapes and raisins top the list of the ten most common plants that poison pets.

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2. Mushrooms

3. Marijuana

4. Lily

5. Walnuts

6. Onion

7. Sage Palm

8. Macadamia Nuts

9. Azalea

10. Hydrangea

INFORMATION ABOUT THE "AMERICAN BULLY" AKA AMERICAN PIT BULLS

American bullies are bred for short, compact, and muscular builds. They have short muzzles, large heads, and wide and broad chests. These dogs are bred for workability, non aggressive temperaments, and stability. With the majority of these dogs, the game has been bred out of the bloodline. Meaning they non aggressive with other breeds of dogs, but still carry many of the traits of the original american pit bull terriers. These bloodlines originated in los angeles california in the late 80's. Today these bully bloodline are all over the world.

The bully bloodlines were created solely from American Pit Bull Terriers by the way of line breeding for their specific look and temperament. There were no other bloodlines mixed within these lines. Line breeding is the same way that the original American pit bull terriers were created. Breeders specifically took the pup from each litter that carried the traits they desired. These pups were bred generation after generation until they carried the look and temperament that the breeder desired.

More detailed description of bully breeds:American Bully has a short, close, stiff to the touch, and glossy coat. All colors and patterns are acceptable. The head of the American Bully is a medium length, deep through, broad skull, very pronounced cheek muscles, distinct stop, and high set ears. The ears can be cropped or uncropped. Eyes - All colors except albinism. Round to oval, low down in skull and set far apart. Muzzle - Medium length, rounded on upper side or slightly squared to fall away abruptly below eyes. Jaws well defined. Under jaw to be strong and display biting power. Lips close and even, some looseness accepted, but not preferred. Upper teeth to meet tightly outside lower teeth in front or scissor bite accepted. Nose all colors acceptable. The neck is heavy, slightly arched, tapering from shoulders to back of skull. No looseness of skin. Medium length. Shoulders are strong and muscular with blades wide and sloping. The back is fairly short. Slight sloping from withers to rump or straight accepted with gentle short slope at rump to base of tail. Slightly higher rears accepted, but not encouraged. The body has well-sprung ribs, deep in rear. All ribs close together. Forelegs set rather wide apart to permit chest development. Chest deep and broad. The tail is short in comparison to size, low set, tapering to a fine point; not curled. Not docked. Front legs- should be straight. A slight turning outwards of the feet is accepted but not desired, large or round bones, pastern upright. No resemblance of bend in front. Hindquarters- well-muscled, let down at hocks, turning neither in nor out. Feet- of moderate size, well-arched and compact. Gait- should be springy with drive off the rear.

The American Bully is a happy, outgoing, stable, and confident dog. Gentle and loving towards people. Good-natured, amusing, extremely loyal and affectionate family pet. Almost always obedient, this dog wants nothing more then to please its master. It is an extremely courageous and intelligent guard dog that is very full of life. This unique breed is noted for displaying extreme tolerance with children and an overwhelming eagerness to please its family. Confident, yet not aggressive, this breed possesses a very pleasant temperament. Physically, the American Bully has an impressive, athletic build, which is both muscular and defined, and displays strength and agility. The breed is versatile and capable of accomplishing a wide variety of tasks. All around, the American Bully is a well rounded, reliable, trustworthy, and ideal family companion. The breed is very outgoing with an eagerness to please. They are known for their courage. Courageous and a persistent fighter if provoked. Highly protective of his owners and the owner's property, it will fight an enemy to the death if the enemy traps the dog in a corner and threatens its loved ones. This breed has a very high tolerance for pain. Socialize very thoroughly when young to curve any dog aggressive tendencies. It has given outstanding results as a guardian of property, but is at the same time esteemed as a companion dog. This breed is not for the passive owner who does not understand that all dogs have an instinct to have a pack order. Read Top Dog. The American Bully needs an owner who is firm, but calm, confident and consistent. They need to know what is expected of them; rules to follow and limits to what they are and are not allowed to do. The objective in training and successfully keeping this dog is to achieve a pack leader status. It is a natural instinct for a dog to have an order in their pack. When we humans live with dogs, we become their pack. The entire pack cooperates under a single leader. Lines are clearly defined. You and all other humans MUST be higher up in the order than the dog. That is the only way your relationship can be a success.

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A Fall From Grace: The Story of the Pit Bull
“There is not a more misunderstood canine on the planet than a Pit bull.”
J. Dunn author of Pit bulls: Warrior...Hero...Loyal Friend
I felt obligated to write this article because I live in a city that is currently addressing
the pit bull issue. As an owner of pit bulls since 1990, I felt that it was important for me
to shed some positive light on the history of the breed. The average person’s knowledge
of the pit bull is usually limited to biased urban myths aimed at destroying the dog’s
reputation. What most people do not realize is that pit bulls, up until the last twenty
years, have enjoyed over a century of respect and admiration. It has only been in the
recent history of the breed that that they has been tagged with the stigma of “problem
dog.” Their troubles started in the1980’s when they
became the icon of the criminal underworld. The
public soon began to correlate pit bulls with the
bottom dwellers of society, and because of being
“guilty by association”; the breed’s image went
from respectable to detestable. To dissuade
responsible people from owning one of these
“problem dogs” outright lies such as “locking-jaw”
attributes, inherent human aggression, and
unpredictable temperament, quickly spread. In the 1990’s, legislation against pit bull
ownership began to accelerate in the U.S. and around the world. Politicians and
governmental officials have attempted to solve irresponsible owner issues by banning,
restricting, or killing mass quantities of pit bulls. Radical animal rights groups, such as
PETA and the Animal Liberation Front (ALF), have also been behind the push to banish
the breed. PETA has publicly referred to pit bulls as “weapons” and have stated that no
one should own one, but the true underlining goal of the organization is to eliminating all
human ownership of pets. Add in the media’s assault on the dog to the mix and what is
left is a monstrosity of spun tales, which leaves the public with little room in their hearts
and minds to accept anything good about pit bulls. This article is an attempt to separate
fact from fiction by trying to set a very complicated story straight. This story is not just
for the owners of pit bulls and other targeted breeds, such as Rottweilers and Dobermans,
but serves as a testimonial for lovers of animals everywhere.
One thing I would like to point out in the beginning is that the term “pit bull” does
not refer to a particular breed, but is often used in a generic sense to lump together a
combination of similar breeds. The exact definition of a “pit bull” is somewhat confusing
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to understand and is open to much debate. The three breeds that usually fall under this
definition include: American Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, and the
American Staffordshire Bull Terrier. The American Pit Bull Terrier (APBT) and the
American Staffordshire Terrier (Am Staff) are essentially the same breed but are
registered differently by their respective kennel clubs. The United Kennel Club (UKC)
and the American Dog Breeders Association (ADBA) allow duel registry of both the
American Staffordshire Terrier and the American Pit Bull Terrier, while the American
Kennel Club only recognizes the Am Staff. The third breed usually included with the
group, the stocky and short Staffordshire Bull Terrier, is the English version of the pit
bull terrier. This breed is usually listed as a pit bull in the U.S. and Canada, but is exempt
from England’s “Dangerous Dogs Act” as the “Staffy” is one of the countries most
popular and loved dogs. To add to the confusion,
lawmakers in the U.S. and other countries, have come
up with the term “pit bull type dogs”, and may
include in this definition both the Bull Terrier (Spuds
MacKenzie) and the American Bulldog. Also, some
legal definitions of pit bull type dogs may include any
mixes of these breeds, any mix of these breeds with a
different breed, or any dog that has the physical
appearance of a pit bull: stocky build, blocky head,
thick neck, and wide jaws. This vague classification of pit bulls, which often lends itself
to much misinterpretation, has led to over a dozen different breeds of dogs being
erroneously reported in the media, police reports, and studies as “pit bulls.” The Centers
for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta, which many adversaries of pit
bulls reference, lumps all the data of pit bull type attacks under the heading of “pit bull”,
which again, is not a breed. There is no way of telling whether the attacks can be
contributed to an American Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire
Bull Terrier, mix of the breeds, mix of the breeds combined with another breed (APBT /
lab mix), or a dog that physical resembles a pit bull but is of a totally different breed.
Unfortunately, the public’s perception of a pit bull is usually limited to the image of a
muscular dog, with a big blockhead, and a mouth full of sharp teeth. Sadly, this has led
to a multitude of reports falsely attributed to pit bull breeds, when the real culprits have
been different breeds. Owners of an APBT, Am Staff, or Staffy, usually prefer to use the
specific name of the breed in reference to their dogs, as the slang term “pit bull” has
grown into a negative term.
I would like to emphasize the point that contrary to what is portrayed in the media, we
are not being overrun with vicious pit bulls. Since the 1960’s, pit bulls have been
responsible for about three human fatalities a year in the United States. We live in a
society were 2,000 parents kill their children each year through domestic violence and
drunk drivers kill another 25,000 people. We have to ask ourselves if the pit bull issue is
truly a safety issue or is it just hype! I have chronicled in this article the strange and sad
saga of the pit bull terrier. At one time in our history the pit bull was the most popular
and respected dog in America, but it has since fallen from grace, and has received a black
eye. Today, Criminals are trying to pervert its character, backyard-breeding dens are
trying to change its genetics, and the media is trying to sell stories hyped with
sensationalism. While entire communities are trying to ban the breed, the pit bull
remains the same dog today as it was a hundred years ago, a faithful and loyal friend to
the end. This is a story of how we as a society have betrayed man’s best friend.
In 1835, the English government outlawed the brutal sport of bull baiting. A tradition
for hundreds of years, this blood sport required a bulldog to latch onto the lip of a bull
and hang on until the bull died of exhaustion through blood loss. The carcass of the bull
was then sent to a butcher’s shop to be slaughtered
and sold as prime meat. It was widely believed that
bulls, when stressed and tortured in the ring, produced
the finest cuts. Bull and bear baiting were very
popular form of past time in England between the 16th
and early 19th century. This bloodily debauchery
between beasts was witnessed with eagerness from all
levels of society, from the Staffordshire coal miners
with their blackened faces, to the upper echelon of
royalty. The parliamentary ban on the sport did not
stop the publics desire to witness blood sports, and as a result of the new law, the sport of
“ratting” came into existence. Rats were placed in a pit ring and bets were placed on how
many a dog could kill in a certain amount of time. The bulldog, which had been used in
bull baiting, was too big and bulky for the confines of the small pit ring, and it was
decided that a new breed of dog was needed. It is believed that breeders crossed the old
style bulldog with the now extinct English White Terrier to create the origins of the
breed. This new type of dog was agile, athletic, and persistent in chasing its game.
However, absent of an identity, the dog took on several nicknames including: bull-andterrier,
half-and-half, bull terrier, and pit dog among other names. It was not long before
ratting grew out of style and owners of the breed put the focus on setting dog against dog.
The gambling sport of dog fighting in a pit ring instantly became a hit through out all of
Great Britain. It was this cross of the bulldog and terrier that formed the ancestral stock
of today’s: American Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull
Terrier, Bull Terrier, and the American Bulldog.
Originally bred as a bull-and-terrier pit-fighting dog, in Great Britain in the 1830’s,
the breed found a new lease on life in the U.S. as a working dog. As settlers moved
westward in the late 19th Century, English immigrants who had brought their dogs over
with them, found them to be exceptional in herding cattle and sheep, protecting livestock,
and guarding the family home. It was not long before the breed, nicknamed the “Yankee
Terrier”, became the dog of choice for a young and expanding nation. The breed’s hard
work ethic, combined with its solid reputation as a family dog, made them much revered
and in demand. Its special devotion and love for children earned it the beloved title of
“the nanny dog.” In 1898, the United Kennel Club (UKC) was founded and the
American bull-and-terrier became its first registered breed under the name of American
Pit Bull Terrier.
In 1914 Europe became the battleground for nations pitted against each other in a
massive war unparalleled in history. The United States declared its neutrality, but
realizing its neutral status might be challenged, the U.S. began to prepare itself for the
unimaginable, the possibility of being drawn into an all out world war. The American
military began prepping the nation for the possibility of war by printing patriotic posters
that were in part meant to rally the nation, and at the same time, serve as a warning to
unfriendly adversaries—to leave a sleeping giant alone. The various posters featured the
image of an American Pit Bull Terrier draped in the American flag with words such as
“Watchful-Waiting” and “The American Watch-Dog.” The
military chose the pit bull as a representative of the country, not
just because the dog was the most respected of all the breeds,
but because the feisty canine symbolized everything the country
stood for: bravery, loyalty, patience, and a willingness to
defend itself if provoked.
The military’s choice of selecting the pit bull as a mascot
proved to be ultimately prophetic, as a dog of the breed named
Stubby, was to become a hero of the war. An Army Private, J.
Robert Conroy, had originally found him as a stray pup on the
campus of Yale University, and the two soon developed a strong
bond for each other. However, a few months later, the private received his orders to
depart for the war in Europe, but he couldn’t bring himself to say goodbye to his new
friend, so he smuggled him under his coat as he boarded a U.S. troop ship for France.
When the ship finally landed, Conroy’s superior officer discovered Stubby. The officer
was outraged that Conroy was trying to bring a pet into a war zone. He told Convey to
get rid of him, as dogs had “no business being on a battleground.” Just as it seemed that
Stubby would be abandoned at the next French village, a strange and wonderful thing
happened, the dog raised one of its paws up to its eye and saluted the officer. The officer
stood silent in amazement, until he could no longer control himself, then he busted out
into a fit of uncontrollable laughter. After calming down, he told Conroy that he could
keep the dog, as it might prove to be a good morale boost for the troops. It was a
fortunate thing for Stubby that Convey had taught him the trick.
The 102nd Infantry, along with their new mascot Stubby, reached the trenches of the
French war front in February of 1918. The first thirty days of action were a constant
bombardment of shelling that continued day and night. The soldiers in the unit were
amazed by the coolness that Stubby demonstrated under such horrendous conditions.
They were further surprised when he took it upon himself to leave the relative security of
the trenches and boldly wander out into “no-man’s-land.” Undaunted by exploding
mortar rounds and machine-gun crossfire, he braved danger to locate injured American
soldiers. On Stubby’s first exposure to mustard gas, he became gravely sick and required
the services of the field hospital. After this, he became very sensitive to the gas and
would bark excitedly even when he sensed the smallest amount of its presence in the air.
Several times he saved the entire platoon by warning them in advance of incoming gas
attacks.
During his time in France with the 102nd Infantry, Stubby took on the duties of: night
sentry, carrier of intelligence between the trenches, and search
and rescue. On one particular night, Stubby single-handedly
captured a German spy who was gathering intelligence on the
Allied position. Stubby rooted him out of his hiding place, and
chomped onto the seat of his pants, and refused to let go—much
to the delight and cheering of his platoon. The Commander of
the 102nd was so impressed by the heroic deed of the brave dog
that he put in a request for a military promotion. The request
was granted and Stubby was promoted to a Sergeant. He became the first and only dog in
United States Armed Forces history to ever receive a military rank.
Towards the end of the war, the loyal pit bull was severely injured in a German attack
on the American position at St. Mihel. The enemy rushed the Allied trenches and a
grenade exploded next the dog. The soldiers of the 102nd rushed to the aid of Sergeant
Stubby, but he appeared lifeless after the blast. The men were almost certain he was
dead, as he had taken a near direct hit, which imbedded a large amount of the metal
shrapnel in his chest and right leg. Although bleeding and broken, he was still alive, and
was rushed him to the field hospital. As his situation was deemed critical, he was
transported from the field hospital to the American Red Cross, where doctors performed
surgery to save his life. Once fully recovered, he was returned to the front where he
continued to serve and protect the men of the 102nd.
After having served in seventeen battles in WW I, Stubby returned home to the U.S. in
April of 1919, to a hero’s welcome. The French government, in recognition of Stubby’s
courageous service, presented him with four medals for bravery, including the Republic
of France Grande War Medal. The United States Military also presented Stubby with
several medals, the most prestigious being the Purple Heart, for injuries received in
combat while serving his country. On his victory tour, Stubby met President Wilson at
the White House, and he gave the Commander in Chief his now famous doggy salute.
Stubby became the mascot for the University of Georgetown football team and split his
time between charity events and various parades. After his death, the Smithsonian
Institute erected a permanent display to honor the most decorated dog soldier in U.S.
Military history, a distinction that he still holds to this day. Prior to WWI, dogs were not
involved in military service, but it was Stubby who inspired the creation of the military
and civil law enforcement K-9 units.
Soon after the end of the war, a group of rambunctious kids, along with their four
legged friend Petey, captivated the nation in a series of short films called Our Gang and
later titled The Little Rascals. The dog used in the films had the beginning of a natural
ring around its left eye and the rest was filled in with ink by make up artist Max Factor.
Petey the Pup was to go down in history as the most famous pit bull of its breed. Petey’s
popularity, then and now, has made him easily one of the most recognizable dogs to date.
He is able to take his place in the celebrity dog world next to the likes of Lassie;
however, unlike Lassie, who bit her trainer several times, Petey the pit bull displayed
nothing but a loving nature while working on a movie set involving many children.
The popularity of the pit bull exploded during the period prior to WWII. The Little
Rascals put the pit bull in demand just as 101 Dalmatians later made the Dalmatian the
dog every child desired. Advertisers joined in on the popularity of the pit bull by placing
the breed in their ads. Buster Brown Shoes chose Tige, a
pit bull for their mascot, as did RCA, whose pit bull / Fox
Terrier mix, Nipper, sat next to a phonograph machine in
their ads. It was during this time the breed became known
as the “All-American Dog” and became the choice pet.
America had fallen in love with the pit bull and the dog
became the darling of the nation. The pit bull represented
everything that was good and desirable in “man’s best
friend.” The dog became the icon of the nation and the
essence of everything that was Americana. In 1936, the American Kennel Club (AKC)
added the APBT to its registry under the name of the Staffordshire Terrier. The AKC
wanted to disassociate the breed from its pit name and create a separate bloodline devoted
to displaying the dog in the show ring. The AKC in 1972 changed the Staffordshire
Terrier’s name to American Staffordshire Terrier (Am Staff) to distinguish it from its
English cousin, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier. The word “Staffordshire” is synonymous
with the breed as it is believed that the pit bulls of today evolved from a breed that was
first standardized by coal miners in Staffordshire, England, in the mid 1830’s (who
wanted to fight dogs after bull-baiting was outlawed).
When the United States found itself involved in another world war, it turned once
again to an old friend for support—the pit bull. The military printed up patriotic posters
featuring a U.S. Marine and a pit bull next to the American flag with the inscribed words,
“Defenders of Old Glory.” After the war, the United States Postal Service printed a
stamp of Helen Keller with her companion pit bull at her feet. The popular pit bull, the
all-American dog, was to grace the cover of Life magazine three times during this period.
For the next forty years, the pit bull’s solid image was to remain untarnished
Beginning in the 1980’s, the one hundred plus years of respectability for the pit bull
began to end. Just as the Rottweiler and Doberman had once been negative status
symbols, the pit bull became the macho dog for every criminal, gang member, and rebel
who wanted a big dog to bolster their self-perceived bad ass image. As a result, the pit
bull was once again the dog of choice, but this time with negative connotations attached.
During this time, backyard breeders churned out as many $50 pit bull pups as possible to
feed the demand, and gang members reinvented the old sport of dog fighting to subsidies
their drug business. Dogs are animals, and there is always the factor of unpredictability
in them; however, dogs that are properly trained and nurtured are much more likely to
develop a stable temperament. It is only when a dog has trained for human aggression or
pushed to extremes by being abused and neglected, that it may turn on a person.
Likewise, any large breed of dog in the hands of an irresponsible owner has the potential,
although not always the probability, of being a dangerous animal. To give an analogy, a
gun in the hands of a responsible person is a good thing, a device for recreation and
protection, but in the wrong hands, it can be a used as a weapon. We should not ban all
guns because someone used one for a criminal purpose, just as we should not ban all pit
bulls because someone was irresponsible as an owner.
We must face the stark realization that we live in a culture of perpetual violence. In
the past thirty years, we have seen an alarming increase in many aspects of crime. When
a society becomes riddled with drug use, desensitized to murder, and lawless in manner,
effects and consequences are abounding. Unfortunately during this period, the true
nature of pit bulls has been the hijacked along the way. What was once a forty-pound
dog is now breed for 100+ pounds, instead of guarding the family home, they are
guarding drug dens, and instead of promoting their exceptional qualities, we make up
damning myths and lies about their character. The result is that the pit bull has been
forced to be a participant in the cultural and criminal battles of our society.
So began the fall from grace of perhaps the most beloved and respected dog in the
history of our nation. To add to the problem, the media has jumped on the issue and has
projected the pit bull breeds in the worst possible light. Unscrupulous and biased
reporting has unfortunately driven various media outlets to unjustly portray the pit bull as
a monster ready to devour anything in its path. To fight back, advocates of pit bulls
argue that it is not in the genetic make up of the breed to attack a human. The original
Bull-and-Terriers were not allowed to show any signs of human aggression in the dogfighting
ring. The 19th Century sport of dog fighting required the owners to be in the pit
during the fight, and any dog showing human aggression was usually killed. However, I
do not endorse this line of reasoning, as it is genetically unreasonable to assume this
conclusion. The overall number of pit bulls that have been raised, trained, and engaged
in dog fighting throughout history, has been relatively low compared to the total number
of the breed. The small percentage of the total that are bred for this activity is not going
to affect the overall inherent traits of the larger gene pool. Indeed, something has gone
terribly wrong when one of the breed attacks a person, however, we must look to
environmental factors in the case as opposed to genetics. If we entertain the lie that the
dog’s genetics plays a large part in aggressive cases, then we have
As a pit bull owner I face the realization that society wants to put a bandage on the
vicious dog issue by severely restricting or banning various breeds. We must come to our
senses and realize that it is the irresponsible owner who is truly at fault. It has been
proven by numerous studies that the pit bull is no
more inheritably aggressive then any other breed.
In August 2002, the Alabama Supreme Court
upheld a decision that pit bulls were no more
inherently dangerous than any other breed in
WAF/Sheila Tack v. Huntsville, Alabama. In 2000
the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS),
American Veterinary Medical Association
(AVMA), and the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention (CDC), joined together to investigate whether or not breed specific legislation
(banning individual breeds, such as pit bulls) is effective. Dr. Julie Gilchrist of the CDC
Injury Center in Atlanta concluded that, “"We learned breed specific legislation is not the
way to tackle the issue of dog bites. Instead, we should look at the people with the dogs
responsible for the bites." As recently as March 7, 2006 the Sixth District Court of
Appeals in Ohio ruled that BSL violated several constitutional rights of owners. The
court also ruled that there was no evidence to prove that pit bulls were any more
dangerous then any other breed, thus restrictions on pit bulls were found by the court to
be “unreasonable and discriminatory.”
Organizations against breed specific regulations include: American Veterinary
Medical Association, American Kennel Club, American Society for the Prevention of
Cruelty to Animals, National Animal Control Association, and the Humane Society of the
United States. According to a December 2005 test of 122 dog breeds by the American
Temperament Testing Society, Pit bulls (APBT, Am Staff, and Staffy breeds) achieved
an above average passing rate of 83.8% based on the temperament of 1,077 dogs of the
breed tested. Golden Retrievers received an 83.7 percent score, Beagles 79.7 percent, and
Standard Schnauzers scored a 66.1 percent passing rate.
Here a few stories from various media sources that chose to highlight positive news
about pit bulls:
• Three family pit bulls are credited with saving the lives of a Weld County
couple who woke to find their mobile home on fire (The DenverChannel.com
9/8/2005)
• Pit bull’s Courage Saves City Couple:
The dog is shot and killed while
protecting his family from three mask
intruders (Richmond Times-Dispatch
4/2/2005)
• A Pit bull for a Hero: Raised the
alarm when the owner collapsed at
home (Toronto Sun 2/27/2005)
• Pit bull Leaps to the Rescue: Saves a
child attacked by two Akitas (Miami
Herald 11/30/2003)
• Breed Specific Laws Even Target Heroic Pit bulls (Post-Gazette 11/11/99)
• The Pit bull Who Fights Drugs 1997 Dog Fancy Magazine
• Pit bull Saves other Dogs with its Blood (Inland Valley Daily Bulletin
10/18/99)
• Dog Helps Youngster to Safety…. A three year old black and white Pit bull,
resembling Petey the Pup from the ‘Little Rascals’ shows, grabbed the back of a
girl’s jacket and helped her out of a burning home (Fairbanks Daily News
12/6/03)
• Hero Pit bull Finds Newborn (New York Post 10/14/2004)
Million of people across the U.S. have pit bulls who they consider part of their
families. Current owners of pit bulls love them for the same reasons that the late 19th
Century immigrants loved the bull-and-terrier: loyalty to its owner, bravery under fire,
gentleness with children, and a clown-like personality that make us laugh. According to
an article by Scot E. Dowd, Ph.D, in the Encyclopedia of the American Pit Bull Terrier,
owners of pit bulls have included: Laura Ingalls Wilder, Thomas Edison, Fred Astaire,
Humphrey Bogart, Barbra Eden, Mary Tyler Moore, Mel Brooks, Madonna, Rick
Springfield, Brad Pitt, Michael J. Fox, Serena Williams, Steve Irwin “Crocodile Hunter”,
and Alicia Silverstone. The pit bull has not changed, society has changed with an over
abundance of irresponsible owners. Let’s give man’s best friend the due he deserves, and
do the right thing, by punishing irresponsible owners and not the breed. I leave you with a
2002 news story from Reuters that hopefully puts a little comical spin on the whole pit
bull thing: “Poodle Attacks Pit Bull, Sinks Teeth into Owner.”
Gerard Spicer
www.forpeteyssake.com

Facing BSL with american pitbulls as well as all breeds of dogs

I must admit that I never expected it but the dreaded day came were we would actually have to face BSL. I remember very distinctively picking up a copy of the Denver Post and turning to a page that announced that pit bull legislation was up for discussion in several Denver metro communities. As I scrolled through the listing I as struck with grief as I came across my own city on the list. Sick-hearted at the thought of my own dog’s welfare was at stake, I had no choice but to call my wife with the sad news. It is truly a gut-wrenching feeling to think that a loyal member of your own family may be taken from you. At first I felt depressed, then I became angry that a handful of people on a council could decide my pet’s fate. For a brief few moments I even felt a bit of shame come over me for owning a dog that seems to be on everyone’s bad list; However, my common sense fortunately returned and I realized that I needed to remain strong and remain positive out the wonderful breed that I chose to have for a pet.

Recently, the city of Denver has been on a record breaking pace to banish pit bulls from within its jurisdiction. Following in its steps has been a number of cities within its suburbs. Although not enforcing an all out ban like Denver, a number of these cities are placing heavy restrictions or future bans on pit bulls. It seems that there has taken place in the metro area of Denver a pit bull type hysteria or phobia. A domino effect scenario has taken place following Denver’s ban where as other communities feel pressured into addressing the issue. The whole state of Colorado has become a hotbed issue for pit bull discussion. I only hate to think of all the negative publicity this sad affair is bringing this otherwise beautiful state.

Faced with the realization that BSL was coming fast down the pipeline, we had to decide what to do. The options were to do nothing and hope for the best or do something that might make a small difference. Doing nothing was totally out of the question, even though it would be the easiest thing to do, so I began discussing with my wife how we could make a difference. The question was what could we do?

POSITIVE PITBULL PRESS - RACHAEL RAY AND HER PIT BULL

Celebrity chef goes to the dogs

Television host, self-taught chef and fellow pit bull owner Rachael Ray will expand her brand name to the pet care aisle of grocery and specialty stores with the launch of her Nutrish line of dog foods and treats.

According to a MarketWatch.com report, Ray's proceeds will be donated to Rachael's Rescue, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping at-risk animals through adoption, medical care and educational programs, along with training and outreach initiatives.

"It seemed like not a lot of extra time to donate to something that could potentially raise millions of dollars for championing these little creatures that can't speak for themselves," Ray said in an interview with the Associated Press.

Ray is a long-time advocate for animal welfare and has often discussed pet nutrition on her daily syndicated talk show, in her monthly magazine and on her cable cooking show. Earlier this year she produced a special, "Rachael Ray Feeds Your Pets," on the Food Network.

"I love my dog Isaboo and as a member of my family I need to make sure that she eats as well as the rest of us," Ray is quoted in the MarketWatch report. "With the launch of Nutrish, I now have the opportunity to share with other pet lovers some of her favorite meals, flavors and special treats."

A line of food products for cats is also planned.

Posted by Nona Nelson in Health and nutrition

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Dog Training For Obedience -
The Key To Raising A Well Behaved Dog

Go straight down to my list of Obedience Training Commands

What Is Dog Training For Obedience Purposes?

I, like most of us dog owners believe that dog training for obedience is an essential ingredient in any healthy human-dog relationship. But what exactly is obedience training, and why is it so important for you and your dog?

Obedience training is a general term which can be achieved through the many various dog training techniques (dog whispering, clicker training, positive reinforcement, marker training, collar and leash, reward training etc.). Regardless of which training technique you choose to employ or which dog training schools you frequent, this is what proper dog training for obedience should accomplish:

1. Builds or strengthens a healthy and appropriate relationship between you and your dog.
2. Opens up a clear line of communication between you and your dog. This includes you knowing what to expect of your dog in all circumstances, and your dog understanding and respecting what is expected of him/her.
3. Dog Training for Obedience lays down a set of rules or boundaries which educates your dog to become a responsible member of society. Including how to relate to other dogs, animals and people, basic manners and how to behave in any situation.
4. Establishes the groundwork which assists in preventing the development of unacceptable problem behavior - such as jumping up, barking, chewing, digging etc.

The Benefits Of Dog Training For Obedience

Dog training for obedience is the very best thing you can do for the relationship you enjoy with your dog, this is why:

• Basic obedience training makes life simple to your dog and eliminates confusion. Your dog will know his place in the world and understand right from wrong. Dogs really appreciate this black and white view of the world.
• Fun and rewarding for both you and your dog.
• You'll have a happy, relaxed and confident dog who you can take anywhere and will be a pleasure to be around. Greater freedom can also be extended to your dog, as he'll be more trustworthy when obedience trained.
• An obedience trained puppy or dog is a much safer dog. If your dog dashes out the front door you will still have voice control over him. You will be able to call on one of your obedience training commands like "come" "down" or "sit". This is very reassuring for any dog lover.
• You gain trust and mutual respect with your dog. He understands what is expected of him and knows that you will always be fair and consistent with this.
• When your dog is trained in obedience he will be fine around friends and kids under supervision.
• Fulfills some crucial needs in your dogs life including exercise, mental stimulation, spending time with you and providing your dog with a "job".
• Dog training for obedience greatly reduces the risk of being locked in a dominance struggle with your dog. You'll be his strong and always fair leader, who he'll respect and look to for guidance.
• Obedience training is a step by step process which you build upon over time. It creates a foundation for your dog to learn additional skills and training commands. Throughout this process your dog will be gaining confidence along the way.

The Danger In Not Giving
Dog Training For Obedience

• It's an unfortunate reality that untrained dogs are the major cause for puppies and dogs ending up in animal shelters all over the world. This is good for nobody, especially the poor dogs.
• Your dog can't ever be really close with you and your family. By this I mean that your dog won't be involved in family outings, instead spending much of his time alone in the yard. This can bring on numerous behavioral problems and can be a real pest for you, and even your neighbours.
• Your dog can be unsafe around people, other animals and on the roads.
• It is a common trait for untrained dogs to challenge your leadership or authority. Obedience trained dogs will also try to test you out in this manner. But when you are proficient in obedience training you'll have the tools to deal with it.
• Constantly (but not effectively) your dog will be yelled at and pushed further away from his pack (you and your family).

General Rules For Effective
Dog Training For Obedience

You'll find proven training techniques for specific obedience commands by selecting from the list below. These are some general tips to keep in mind that hold true in any dog training for obedience situation:

• Praise and reward your dog when he does what you ask of him, give an appropriate correction when he doesn't do what he has been taught to do. The key is to find the right balance for your dog.
• Don't expect your dog to just know this stuff straight away. Repetition of the command and the action is crucial. Believe in what you are doing and stick to it.
• Always be consistent (this includes everybody who lives with your dog), make it easy for your dog. Give him a simple decision to make and make it clear to him which way is acceptable and which way is unacceptable - provide instant feedback.
• Never correct or punish your dog for not doing something he has not been properly taught to do - be realistic and fair.
• Make your training sessions short, sharp and fun - for you and your dog. This is where many dog training schools fall down.
• Take it slow, master one easy command to start with then move on and build upon it. Continue to mentally challenge and stimulate your dog throughout the training process.
• You're the best person to perform these tasks with your dog. Your dog has to live with you, you are his pack and you must be the person he looks to for leadership and who he respects.
• Test or proof the obedience commands in different situations, places and with added distractions.
• Incorporate obedience training into your daily routine - your dog could perform a "sit" before you give him his dinner, or a "down stay" when you go get the mail.
• Never try to correct your dog if you don't catch him in the act of doing wrong, timing your correction is all important.
• Find out what motivates your dog, this will be an important tool in your training sessions.

How To Stop Your
Dog From Barking Fast!

Working out how to stop your dog from barking can be a difficult and time consuming task.

Dogs love to bark. It's a perfectly natural thing for your dog to do, just as it's normal for us humans to speak.

It's when our dogs bark excessively that it becomes a problem for all concerned - including our cranky neighbors.

Considering this, our goal really isn't to learn how to stop your dog from barking, but rather how to control the excessive barking.

There are of course situations when we want our dogs to bark (and I guess there are also times when I like my chatty aunty to speak!;)

The first step in modifying this problem is to determine the reason why your dog is barking in the first place. Once you've identified the cause or trigger, you can then plan the training solution.

Why Do Dogs Bark?
Stop Your Dog From Barking Now!

• To express their needs (being bossy).
• Some dogs are bred to bark (some terriers and hounds).
• They are staking out their territory.
• To alert other members of their pack (that's you and your family) of impending danger.
• When playing, just through sheer excitement.
• Barking at other animals. Depending on where you are in the world, it could be squirrels or possums (I'm in Australia - my dogs go nuts at possums).
• If they are isolated.
• Some dogs bark excessively when separated from their pack (you and your family).
• If they are trapped behind some type of barrier like a fence or window.
• Just for fun!
• To express dominance (puppies normally test you out at some stage with a display of dominance barking).
• They bark because their owners have inadvertently rewarded excessive barking in the past(this is crucial to understand)
• Through boredom or a lack of physical and mental stimulation.
• May feel stressed or uncomfortable for some reason. Things like feeling threatened or if they don't have an appropriate place to sleep can cause excessive barking problems.
• Dogs that haven't been properly socialized often become nuisance barkers.
• May be looking for a response or some attention from their pack.

Another thing to keep in mind is that even though it may appear to you that your dog is barking at nothing, this is not necessarily the case. This is due to the fact that your dog has a much more acute sense of hearing, smell and sight than us humans. Your dogs excessive barking is most probably being triggered by something.

How To Stop Your Dog From Barking

Ok, now we've sorted out the reason for your dogs barking problem, we just need to work out how to stop your dog from barking.

The most important piece of advice to remember when trying to modify any dog behavioral problem, is to clearly communicate to your dog what is acceptable behavior and what is not.

One of the biggest mistakes us dog owners make is to inadvertently reward our dogs excessive barking. We actually encourage and reinforce the barking problem when we commit these three dog training sins:

1. Yell and scream at the dog - this just gives them the attention they were crying out for.
2. Let them inside. If your dog is barking his head off outside, then you let him in, this just rewards the barking.
3. If your dog is barking and you react by giving him a comforting cuddle or a treat of some sort, you are definitely encouraging your dog to bark again. By doing this you are communicating to your dog that you are happy with him. You should be making it clear that his excessive barking is inappropriate.

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Right, lets get stuck into some proven dog training techniques to stop your dog from barking. I've listed the most common reasons why your dog may be barking, and some proven solutions you can try.

Dog Goes Crazy Every Time The Phone Rings

This is a very common and annoying time for dogs to bark excessively. Try these training techniques:

• Never yell at your dog.
• Get your dog used to the phone ringing, don't make it such a big deal. Ring your home number from your cell phone or get a friend to keep calling you. When the phone rings just sit there, don't say or do a thing. Repeat this process over a few days, your dog will probably continue to bark for a while but will give up before long.
• If you give your dog basic obedience training, behavioral problems such as excessive barking are easily controlled. Your dog looks up to you as their pack leader and is eager to please you in any situation. Teaching the Quiet! or Stop! obedience training command will soon correct this problem. To learn how to properly train your dog yourself, at home visit SitStayFetch Training.
• You may have some success by changing the tone and volume of your ring tone.

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Dog Barks When You Are Not Home

I'm not going to pretend this type of barking will be easy for you to control, because in reality it is often a difficult and lengthy process.

Always remember that dogs are social creatures, when they are separated from their pack (you) they can become stressed, vulnerable and frustrated. This type of excessive barking is often caused by separation anxiety.

• Firstly I'd say just use your common sense and get these dog ownership basics right. Keep your dog well exercised (physical and mental) and provide fresh water, chewing toys and a nice comfortable place to sleep. You can also try to block your dogs view of the street or other distractions. Basically, make sure your dog is happy.
• If you know your dog has been barking while you have been away, you must ignore him for a while when you return home. I understand this is difficult for lots of owners, but otherwise your dog believes that his barking is the reason you came back home to him. Just go about your business for a little while when you get home, ignoring your dog. When your dog has settled down, you then initiate contact with him.
• This next method takes time and patience, but can be a very effective way to stop your dog from barking. It's based on that important rule applicable to all training situations. Praise or reward when your dog does something good, create a negative association when he does something bad. Leave the house as you normally would, but just hide somewhere nearby. When your dog starts to bark spray him with water or throw a tin can full of coins or rocks in his direction (this is the negative association). Try to keep out of your dogs sight while doing this if possible. Go and hide again, if he is quiet for a while, go in and reward his good behavior with some praise and maybe a treat. This process may need to be repeated over and over until you have broken the excessive barking habit.
• The above techniques have proven to be successful with my own dogs, but if they don't work for you, maybe you could try a Citronella no bark collar. Again this method uses the power of negative association. Every time your dog barks, a fine mist of citronella is sprayed into the air. Most dogs hate the smell, and soon realize if they don't bark, the smell isn't there to bother them. If you have more than one dog this method is not really a suitable solution.

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Dog Barks For Attention Or To Demand Something

This is one excessive barking problem that can be corrected very quickly.

• If you establish yourself as the pack leader or alpha dog in your owner-dog relationship, this type of barking problem won't occur. You'll also form a strong bond with your dog based on trust and respect. To learn the best way to obedience train your dog visit SitStayFetch.
• Another proven method how to stop your dog from barking for attention is simply ignoring your dog. Your dog will probably become frustrated and bark alot initially, but once he realizes that it is not getting him anywhere, he will stop. Warning - this training method can be hard on the ears for a while!

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Stop Your Dog Barking At The Door

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Dog Barks At Passers By

Workers like the Postman and Delivery Driver's are constantly being barked at throughout their day.

Your dog perceives these type of people as intruders or a threat to their territory. The dog then barks and every time he barks he is rewarded, as the intruder goes away. Your dog is then very pleased that he has averted this threat, which leads him to do it again and again. His behavior is reinforced and therefore this can be a difficult problem to turn around.

• If possible, you could try to block your dogs vision or access to the area where these people pass by.
• Dog obedience training is the best solution to this type of excessive barking. Once you have your dog properly obedience trained, you will be able to communicate to him that this is unacceptable behavior. To learn how to train your dog at home with the latest cutting edge techniques click here.
• If your dog consistently barks at a particular person, you may need to use this person to help modify your dogs behavior. Just say your dog gets really agitated each time the postman arrives. Have a chat to your postman and give him some of your dogs very favorite treats. Each time he delivers to your house, he can also deliver a tasty treat to your dog. In your dogs mind the postman goes from being a threat, to a welcome guest.

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How To Stop Your Dog From Barking

In extreme cases of excessive barking, where all else has failed, some people advocate debarking surgery. I've never needed to go down this path with any of my dogs, and don't think I ever would. But if you have come to the end of the line and think you have run out of options, you could discuss debarking surgery with your Veterinarian.

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