Problem With My Pitbull

[torngseea]

We are moving back to the UK shortly and were planning to take our one year old Pitbull 'TBone' with us. But apparently our pup is a dangerous animal and would be destroyed if we tried to bring him in to the UK. If they knew TBone they would know exactly how ridiculous that is. He is fun, intelligent and affectionate - a great dog.

So, with sadness, I have to find him a new home. I have some Thai friends that have asked for him but I'm not convinced of the level of care he'd receive. I really want him to be settled and happy in a family, not wandering the streets on his own.

If there is anyone out there in the Pattaya area that thinks TBone would make a nice addition to the family then please let me know.

[Nienke]

I'm very very sorry for you, thongseea. The UK is extremely paranoia when it concerns the pittbul and its mixes.

Not sure, how old he is, but you might consider to neuter him (if he isn't already) in order to rule out those who want him solely for breeding purposes.

Nienke

[Smithson]

Last year the UK current affairs program Panorama ran a program on dog fighting and pit bull attacks on ppl. It portrayed the APBT as a 'hybrid dog built to kill' and didn't differentiate between dog aggression and human aggression. I was surprised a respectable show would be so unbalanced.

If he isn't neutered already, it's a good idea to do so. There is quite a scene for dog fighting over here, so be careful where he ends up.

I have an 9 month old APBT pup, also affectionate and loving. Follows me from room to room, loves everyone he meets. We have two other dogs, who he plays with, but he's not keen on dogs he doesn't know.

How is yours with other dogs? And children? Is he from a fighting line or a show line (American Staffordshire)? One of the things with pitbulls is you can't tell the level of dog aggression they will have until the mature. As your dog is older you will already know, so if he isn't dog aggressive this will help you place him.

APBTs are truly awesome dogs, incredibly strong and capable of amazing things. But they are not the type of dog to be left wandering around the sois, especially un-neutered.

[Nienke]

Duhhhh

Nienke: Not sure, how old he is,

Tongseea:our one year old Pitbull

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That's how old he is.

[torngseea]

Last year the UK current affairs program Panorama ran a program on dog fighting and pit bull attacks on ppl. It portrayed the APBT as a 'hybrid dog built to kill' and didn't differentiate between dog aggression and human aggression. I was surprised a respectable show would be so unbalanced.

If he isn't neutered already, it's a good idea to do so. There is quite a scene for dog fighting over here, so be careful where he ends up.

I have an 9 month old APBT pup, also affectionate and loving. Follows me from room to room, loves everyone he meets. We have two other dogs, who he plays with, but he's not keen on dogs he doesn't know.

How is yours with other dogs? And children? Is he from a fighting line or a show line (American Staffordshire)? One of the things with pitbulls is you can't tell the level of dog aggression they will have until the mature. As your dog is older you will already know, so if he isn't dog aggressive this will help you place him.

APBTs are truly awesome dogs, incredibly strong and capable of amazing things. But they are not the type of dog to be left wandering around the sois, especially un-neutered.

I agree that they are great dogs. I also agree about the negative press in the UK concerning pitbulls. They are portrayed as 'natural born killers' just waiting to attack an innocent third party. A long way from the truth in my experience.

I'm not sure which line he's from I went to some where north of Chachengsao to get him from a breeder. Not a nice place I must admit but so far he has be just fine. Struggles a bit with mosquito bites sometimes. He is very friendly with people including small children but occasionally takes a dislike to other dogs. He is very much part of the family and will follow us around just to be part of whatever we are doing.

I've got someone coming to the house tomorrow to have a look at him (or rather for me to look at the new potential owner!) so I'll let you know how it goes.

[Smithson]

The fighting lines are generally smaller, more athletic and can be more aggressive towards other dogs. They are super friendly with ppl and make great pets. I've heard from several Thai ppl there is a lot of dog fighting around Chonburi.