Pit Bull Tattoos

There are so many people with tattoos, that there's no wonder that some of those people have tattoos of their dogs. I for one, have a tattoo of a Pit Bull on my back, so I know that there are others.

I'm going to showcase a few pictures below, but you'll find that the tattoo pictures that I'm going to offer are not of the viscious Pit Bull, but of just the dog, as a dog.

I know that when I got my tattoo, I did not want a Pit Bull tattoo with the cropped ears or mean demeanor. Some people like that, but it is not a part of the breed to which I wanted on my body. I found a few pictures and flashes, and had a tattoo artist mix and combine. Now, the overall tattoo isn't quite what I expected, as the toes aren't perfect and the ears aren't as floppy as I originally wanted, but I love it, nonetheless.

But, anyway, below you'll find various tattoos of pit bulls. You'll find some with cropped ears and some without. You'll find some with docked tails and some with natural tails. There will be an assortment of tattoos of pit bulls, but you won't find the snarling pitbull tattoo.

Donate to a Villalobos Rescue

                               

 
Villalobos Rescue Center

I'm taking donations for Villalobos Rescue Center. I'm hoping to gather enough monthly donations to donate once a month; otherwise, I'll make a donation once every six months or once a year.

I know it's unnerving donating through someone you don't know, but I am a trustworthy person, who will not take a penny of the donations. I am a bully lover, and want to help the center. But, if you don't trust my intentions, there is a donate button on the Villalobos website, which is linked above.

Friends to the Forlorn Pitbull Rescue

A co-worker gave me a slip of paper the other day to vote for a local animal shelter, so that they can win 300,000. I voted, but after choosing my local shelter, I noticed that there is a Pit Bull rescue in Georgia... I've been voting for them the past few days.

But, anyway, as a fan and advocate for the Pit Bull, I am shocked that I have not heard of this rescue.

When I checked out the site, I was amazed. There are plenty of Pit Bulls and mixes that need homes. I have had the room and money, I would open my heart to one more, that's for sure.

I will be contacting this Pit Bull rescue when I am ready to bring in another Pitty. If you are in the area, and are looking for a bully breed, definitely check out what the rescue has available and who needs a loving home.

If you can't adopt a dog, you can always donate, as any animal rescue needs money for food, supplies, vaccinations, spay/neuter surgeries, routine check-ups, and other necessities.

Everyone can make a difference when sponsoring a dog in need, so if you're a lover of the Pitbull breed, you may want to check out the rescue to see what you can do to help.

Remember that it is better to adopt than to purchase a puppy from a random ad in the local newspaper. When going through an adoption agency, you know that the puppies and dogs have gone through health exams and even behavior tests to ensure what would be the best type of home for the dog. When going through a rescue organization to find the APBT for you, you'll be assisted by loving volunteers and employees who can best match you and your lifestyle with your new dog.

Pit Bulls can be great dogs, and you'll find that there is truly a home for every Pit Bull. Sometimes it just takes time to find the right home for each dog. Do not get discouraged when looking at adoption agencies for a pitbull and do not rush the decision.


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If you want to check out the available Pit Bulls that the shelter has available, go to their website Friends to the Forlorn Pitbull Rescue.

My Pit Bull Jumps Up

There are many dogs, no matter what the breed, who have a problem jumping on people. They get excited; they're not trained otherwise; and it's generally a rewarded behavior.

What you may have realized is that bully breeds are rather strong, and even though your dog may jump on you without harm, he may jump on a stranger, child, or another unsuspecting person and could accidentally hurt them. You don't want your dog to send your grandmother flying across the room.

The key is going to be consistency. If you do not want your dog to jump on you or anyone else, you'll want to create a consistent rule that everyone is aware of, even those who don't mind your dog jumping up. You don't want to confuse the dog. If you've made the decision of keeping all fours on the floor, then everyone must abide. If someone tells you that it's ok that he jumps on you, you want to respond with, 'please do not pet him until he sits. I would rather teach him to wait to be petted.'

Perfect sit to be petted

When teaching your dog to keep his feet on the floor, you'll want to make sure that you know the signs before he goes to jump. Because each dog has different signs, you'll want to pay attention to yours. Once you've figured out the behaviors, you can try a few different things to help discourage your dog from jumping up.

• When you know that you're dog is going to jump up, move slowly away while yawning or just looking away. 
• Turn away when your dog is about to jump, showing him your back, and praise when he stays on the ground. Ignore him until he calms down.

What you're going to have to do when working on this, is entice the dog to jump so that you can correct him. I know it doesn't sound fair for your dog, but he's got to learn somehow. Have the dog on the leash and invite someone over (make sure they're aware of your training); when the dog tries to jump, give him the command to ''sit" before he can attempt to jump. Praise the dog and have the newcomer treat and pet the dog. You want the dog to realize that he gets lovin's and treats when on the floor, not standing up.

You can also get the dog excited, when just you and him. Have him run around and play-play-play, then stop. When the dog continues to try to play with you, he'll probably try to jump up, walk away and ignore him.

You can also implement the "off" command, which is different than "down," which tells the dog to lay down. You want to keep doing this over and over, rewarding the dog with treats, toys, and/or pets when he stays on his fours.

Some people will gently knee the dog in the chest as he jumps up, which will cause the dog to step back. Or, others may step on the dog's back toes as he goes to jump, causing him to step back. If you choose this method, use the 'off' command as he's on his way back down, and always remember to praise the dog once he's on the ground.

NEVER PET YOUR DOG WHEN HE JUMPS UP ON YOU! This entices the behavior, as you are rewarding him for jumping. Always wait until the dog sits before petting.