How to Raise a Blue Pit Bull

The American pit bull terrier is considered a working dog breed and excels at tasks requiring intelligence, strength and agility. Despite the bad reputation associated with pit bulls in the hands of a calm and confident owner who provides training and socialization, blue pit puppies grow into solid-tempered, loyal pets. Most experts recommend, due to the special care required to raise a well-adjusted pit bull, staying away from a pit puppy as a first pet.

Things You'll Need

  • Identification tags
  • Dog collar and leash
  • Obedience classes
  • Veterinarian
  • Food and water bowls
  • Crate and bedding
  • Grooming tools
  • Dog toys
  • Fenced play area
Show More

Instructions

    • 1

      Define rules and boundaries. Establish where the dog will eat, play and sleep. Decide who will be in charge of feedings, training and exercise routines, and dog walks. Determine if the dog will be allowed in all the rooms in the house and on the furniture. Create a safe place for the blue pit bull puppy. Designate a room, a crate or a small enclosure where the puppy can have quiet time.

    • 2

      Train the blue pit bull in basic commands and work with him in short spurts multiple times a day. Learn house training techniques and follow through consistently. When training a dog maintain a strict routine. Training helps foster a trusting relationship between you and the puppy. Dog walks are an ideal training and bonding opportunity. In addition to good exercise walks serve as a chance to establish you as pack leader and the dog as follower. If necessary, seek professional guidance for training your pit bull.

    • 3

      Socialize your new pet at an early age. Expose him to different circumstances such as riding in a car, walking down a crowded sidewalk, watching children play, hearing loud noises, and seeing bicyclers and skateboarders pass by. Enroll in a puppy kindergarten class. Organized puppy classes provide a safe environment for your dog to learn how to interact with new people and other dogs.

    • 4

      Exercise your pit bull often and ensure the puppy reaches a mild state of fatigue daily. In addition to long regular walks and training sessions play with the puppy in an unstructured way. In a fenced area play catch or chase. Pit bulls thrive with plenty of exercise and other positive outlets to release energy. Exercise will keep the puppy healthy and drain excess energy that can become destructive.

    • 5

      Locate a suitable veterinarian and take your dog regularly. Maintain annual checkups and keep vaccines and shots up to date. Follow the veterinarian's suggestions to reduce common ailments such as allergies, cataracts, hip dysplasia and congenital heart disease.