anastasia: I understand what you are saying, but as Jason has just mentioned. No its not the dogs fault its the BREEDERS FAULT!

Pit Bulls can live peacefully with other dogs and animals. However,
the Pit Bull has historically been bred to take down large animals.
Early and continual socialization can help a Pit Bull be more animal
friendly. Genetics, however, play an important role in how the dog will
respond to other dogs and animals.


A Pit Bull that will fight another dog if unattended is a normal Pit
Bull. Even if a Pit Bull does not start the fight, it has the potential
to seriously injure or kill a dog once in the fight.


The Pit Bull has been bred to not back down and withstand pain until
the goal is met. This quality does not carry true in all Pit Bulls, but
it is safe to assume it is a potential in any Pit Bull in order to
avoid unnecessary problems.

Pit Bulls have a late maturity, and a Pit Bull that was dog
friendly at 7 months old may suddenly show signs of intolerance of
unfamiliar dogs around two years old. Spaying and neutering the dog may
help to prevent "turning on" the genetic urge to fight another dog.


All dog fights are preventable, however. Socialize a Pit Bull slowly
with new dogs, and never let them play unattended. Remove items such as
toys and food bowls to avoid stress.

Pit Bulls can live happily with other pets; if not left unattended.
Even the "best of friends" can fight, and the outcome may be tragic.
This can be true for dogs that have been together for years. Often,
after the first serious fight, relations between the dogs are never the
same.

Keeping that first fight from happening is a great way to ensure
peaceful relations for the long run. If there is a multiple-dog
household, it is important to separate the dogs when there is no one
home.


Many people use crates for short times, put dogs into separate rooms,
use kennels, or have outdoor areas set up for separation that are safe
and secure. Pit Bulls can get along wonderfully with animals like cats,
rabbits, and ferrets, but for safety's sake, never leave them alone
together.