I’ve got a 7-month-old Pitbull and I was wondering at what age this breed starts to fill out? I imagine it’s pretty much the same as it is for Staffies, so if any Staffy owners could help me out, I’d really appreciate it.
For anyone who isn't sure what I mean, it’s basically the age when the dog starts to broaden across the shoulders and chest, and especially the head, and stops growing taller. It’s also when they start getting a lot stronger; for example, mine can't hang from a tyre or a stick with his jaws just yet, even though he'll manage it easily when he's older.
Cheers in advance!
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Hi everyone, I’m jumping into the conversation to stick up for Rottweilers. These dogs aren't naturally dangerous or aggressive. In reality, they’re just big softies.
They get on really well with other dogs and even cats. They absolutely love kids, too.
I don't think any breed is aggressive by nature; it's the way the owner raises them that can make a dog aggressive.
@Pfoucard, you're right, dogs can be dangerous because of their owners, but labelling a dog as inherently dangerous just because of its breed doesn't make any sense. You can train any dog to attack; while some have a predisposition due to their breeding, it’s entirely possible to temper these personality traits by redirecting their behaviour. It needs to be done responsibly to avoid things going too far or getting out of hand. That’s what we were talking about. You just have to cut out any activities that might trigger inappropriate behaviour, that’s all.
Hi, with these breeds it’s the owners who are the dangerous ones. These types of dogs are basically big softies and aren't naturally mean, but some people train them as attack or fighting dogs, which is just appalling. In those cases, they do become dangerous and unpredictable. Rottweilers are naturally aggressive and dangerous, but dogs and cats generally prefer the company of humans. It’s just that some are so big they might accidentally knock a child over without meaning any harm.
Hi,
With these breeds, it's the owners who are dangerous. These types of dogs are actually big softies; they aren't mean, but some people train them as attack dogs or for fighting, which is disgraceful. In those cases, they become dangerous and unpredictable.
Rottweilers are naturally aggressive and dangerous, but dogs and cats prefer human company. Some of them are just big, though, and can knock a child over without meaning to.
Please, what does "popping" mean in Pitbull circles? God, that’s such a hideous term, and it really doesn’t help the awful reputation of the owners, and by extension, the dogs themselves!
Too right! It makes you think of popcorn...
That’s actually where it comes from.
I reckon it's the period when the dog puts on muscle quite quickly, which gives the impression that... "pop"... the popcorn has popped! 😁
Please, what does 'popping' mean in the world of Pitbull enthusiasts? God, it’s a horrible expression, and it really doesn't help the awful reputation of the owners and, as a result, the dogs themselves!
Totally! It makes them sound like popcorn...
That’s exactly where it comes from.
Please, what does "popping" mean in the vocabulary of pit bull enthusiasts? God, that’s such an ugly word, and it really contributes to the awful reputation of the owners and, as a result, the dogs themselves!
Please, what does ‘bulking out’ mean in Pit Bull circles? God, it’s such a horrid term, and it really doesn’t help the awful reputation of the owners and, as a result, the dogs themselves!
It’s the term used for all Molosser breeds when they broaden out and fill their frame towards the end of their growth; it’s not just restricted to ‘Pit Bulls’.
