Once you've made the decision to bring a Pit Bull into your home, you want to find a responsible breeder, which generally does not include hunting the free classifieds of your local paper. Be patient, and do the research. You want to ensure that the puppy you bring home comes from good breedings and a healthy line of dogs.
You'll want to able to ask the breeder to make suggestions as to which puppy's temperament will be best for you and your family. You don't want to let the puppy tell you, as you may come home with a puppy that is more dominant than you're prepared to work with. You'll want the breeder to find a dog that will fit into your schedule; for example, if you're an outgoing person in regards to physical activities, consider a more active dog.
It's a good idea to choose a puppy that is going to be outgoing, friendly, and curious about what's around him. Statistically, puppies that are shy and fearful can turn into adult dogs who may bite out of fear.
Each bully breed has their own health issues, which is why it's important to find a breeder who is willing to talk to you about past litters and adult breeding dogs and their overall health. A good breeder will inform you of any health issues that he/she has seen arise in their dogs.
You want to make sure that you can spend time with the parents, as the demeanor of the Pit Bull parents can tell you a lot about how the puppy will be when he grows up. Although, that's not always the case, so you'll want to make sure to question the breeder about any aggression or dominance issues that may have been seen in any of the puppies.
When choosing a puppy, you want to find one that not only fits your ideal image of a Pit Bull, but that will fit into your family's lifestyle. Pit bulls can vary from very active to couch potatoes, and every one is different. If you have a low-key family, I wouldn't suggest a high energy dog.
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