Friday, January 13, 2017

A Checklist To See If You Can Bring Up Blue Pitbull Puppies

By Rebecca Green


Pitbulls have become one of the more popular breeds around and many have though of getting one. Growing in popularity are blue pitbull puppies, as they are quite rare and the blue color is really a recessive trait. It takes a lot of responsibility to keep any pet, in particular more so for a pitbull, regardless of color. Read on to see if you are really prepared to take on this commitment.

At the onset ask yourself if you are ready to train this particular puppy. It is important for pitbulls to be trained and also to socialize. You have to make time to train with this puppy in puppy training classes. In particular for blue pitbulls, they may require lifelong training as to prevent behavioral issues from popping up. You definitely need to make time for this breed.

Look at your current lifestyle and see if you can adjust. Should you live in a small apartment remember that these dogs do not live well in cramped conditions so cross it off if you do not have a sizeable home to keep it in. They require plenty of space, at least a fenced in yard, and a lot of daily runs, not just walks. Apart from time, you need plenty of energy for this breed. Cross it off your list should you lack energy and space for it.

If you have children you may need to take a rain check on this kind of dog. This is because this dog can react too strongly went here is rough or vigorous play and this can lead to injury. They should always be supervised when in the presence of children, as with any dog for that matter. You should always think twice even up to three times of getting this dog if you have children in the home.

Before giving in to the excitement it may also be a good idea to check some local rules and regulations, municipal, and neighborhood or otherwise, which may make ownership of such a breed illegal. Some towns and neighborhood associations actually frown upon ownership of pitbulls so it is best to check it out first.

If after checking all of the above and everything works in your favor, then you should visit a local kennel that sells these puppies. You can get a list by internet research and you can even ask friends to point you in the right direction. When you do contact thee kennels ask for referral lists, which they should provided if they are kennels of a good reputation.

It may also be a good idea to visit the kennel before you buy. It should be a clean facility and animals should be healthy and well fed. Look also at the attitude of the kennel owner and workers and see if they really care for the dogs and they are not just doing it for money. Any dog lover will be a bale to spot a fellow dog lover a mile off.

This article has thus covered a bit on what you should consider prior to getting a any pitbull puppy, not necessarily just a blue one. Apart from this, also do further research on the dog itself as regards overall health, temperament, physical considerations, diet and the like prior to getting it since it takes a lot of commitment to be a pet owner.




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