I want to buy a pitbull this year. Advice?

[jon671]

I want to buy a pitbull this year. Advice? I want it for mainly for protection. I am also trying to have a baby. What kind do you like and why?

 

[RenegadeRows]

Get one from a shelter

 

[jon671]

Get one from a shelter

I hear you. I want a puppy. I will look, but I really want a pit puppy.

 

[RenegadeRows]

I hear you. I want a puppy. I will look, but I really want a pit puppy.

Understandable. My friend used to foster pitbulls. There are ALOT of young ones in the program too. Just so you know.

It's pretty sad, alot of people go to the store and shell out $1000+ for a pure bred, when there are perfectly good dogs in shelters that really need homes.

Hard places to visit though. End up walking out with 5 or 6 dogs when you own a 1BR apartment

This site may help:
Pit Bull Rescue Central

 

[Australian made]

you want one for protection?? why? move to a safer neighbourhood.

 

[pistonpump]

get a male and make sure you can see the parents.

why do you want one when you are trying to have a baby? There was a pit in the news a month or so back that ate a lil baby....

 

[RedwolfWV]

If you own your house, make sure your house insurance allows you to own a pitbull. Many dont.

 

[Palo Alto Labs]

get a male and make sure you can see the parents.

why do you want one when you are trying to have a baby? There was a pit in the news a month or so back that ate a lil baby....

Dogs arent vicious by breed. Just like people arent vicious based upon race.

Something like 20-30% of dogs in shelters are purebreds... shouldnt be too hard finding one if you look around.

I will never get a dog from a breeder... most 'purebreds' are incestuously bred with their parent, sibling, etc... this makes them more prone to health issues and genetic defects. There are more than enough good dogs in shelters looking for a home. Puppies too.

 

[pistonpump]

Dogs arent vicious by breed. Just like people arent vicious based upon race.

Something like 20-30% of dogs in shelters are purebreds... shouldnt be too hard finding one if you look around.

I will never get a dog from a breeder... most 'purebreds' are incestuously bred with their parent, sibling, etc... this makes them more prone to health issues and genetic defects. There are more than enough good dogs in shelters looking for a home. Puppies too.

not vicious but aggressive by breed i think yes.

 

[crader]

As someone who used to breed pits, look for a different breed. Pits are not bred to protect. In fact most of my pits would have let you kill me and as long as you fed them they would have went with you.

By nature of the pit fighting and the fact that 2 handlers were present in the ring, they put down the dogs that had human aggression. So it was mainly culled out of the breed minus the dumbass's that abuse them and TRY to make them mean. There are many other breeds better suited to protection. However a dog trained for protection is much harder to trust around a baby.

Now if you want a pit just to love then you will be rewared greatly.

 

[Rugger]

One of my good friends has two pits. Both of them are complete sweethearts. I have seen them get into a fight with each other, though. Not pretty.

 

[dynomite]

I don't understand why people enjoy owning such a powerfull dog. Does it make you feel big or something? Why would you acquire sucha huge liabilty as far as law suits and suff? Do you people have insecurity issues? Of course someone is gonna say they are not naturally mean or aggressive. But All dogs are like that. So why a pit? Not trying to be rude, just really want to know.

And owning a dog for protection is not that bright. A guy with a gun will shoot it. You should be getting a dog for a companion to be a part of the family. A much batter idea would be to get an alarm system or like said before move to a better neighborhood. the alarm system should reduce your insurancew costs and will improve the value of your home.

 

[dynomite]

One of my good friends has two pits. Both of them are complete sweethearts. I have seen them get into a fight with each other, though. Not pretty.

exactly my point. No matter how sweet, any dog will have a bad day. If a shitzu bites another dog its not a gid deal but if a pit bites another dog prepare to be sued. or heavan forbid a human

 

[bslick69b]

I don't understand why people enjoy owning such a powerfull dog. Does it make you feel big or something? Why would you acquire sucha huge liabilty as far as law suits and suff? Do you people have insecurity issues? Of course someone is gonna say they are not naturally mean or aggressive. But All dogs are like that. So why a pit? Not trying to be rude, just really want to know.

And owning a dog for protection is not that bright. A guy with a gun will shoot it. You should be getting a dog for a companion to be a part of the family. A much batter idea would be to get an alarm system or like said before move to a better neighborhood. the alarm system should reduce your insurancew costs and will improve the value of your home.

you actually took ,move to a better neighborhood seriously.maybe he wants a real dog!do you know what one looks like, just take little gander at my avatar and you'll see one!a dog dont make a bad dog,bad owners do!or owners that dont know what there doing at least!..you must raise a pitbull from a very young age! im talking, when there eyes havnt' yet opened!.this will increase there trust in you,and the closness,when raised from such a small pup!..sure every dog has its day, but who doesnt,they say a dog is a mirror image of its owner, i can imagine if you own a chihuahua!:whip:

 

[Rugger]

exactly my point. No matter how sweet, any dog will have a bad day. If a shitzu bites another dog its not a gid deal but if a pit bites another dog prepare to be sued. or heavan forbid a human

Let's just say one of them is missing an ear now. I was assured by the owner they were just "playing" though. I wouldn't want one with in 100 yards of my newborn, or even a kid under say 15.

 

[dynomite]

you actually took ,move to a better neighborhood seriously.maybe he wants a real dog!do you know what one looks like, just take little gander at my avatar and you'll see one!a dog dont make a bad dog,bad owners do!or owners that dont know what there doing at least!..you must raise a pitbull from a very young age! im talking, when there eyes havnt' yet opened!.this will increase there trust in you,and the closness,when raised from such a small pup!..sure every dog has its day, but who doesnt,they say a dog is a mirror image of its owner, i can imagine if you own a chihuahua!:whip:

i think you missed the point of my post entirely. I was not saying they are bad dogs. I am just saying if you play with fire you will eventually get burned. Owning such a powerfull animal and believing that you have total mind control over it is not bright. Take Ruggers story for example. Pretend that was a neighbors dog or child and the story is catastrophic fort alot of people.

 

[Palo Alto Labs]

I don't understand why people enjoy owning such a powerfull dog. Does it make you feel big or something? Why would you acquire sucha huge liabilty as far as law suits and suff? Do you people have insecurity issues? Of course someone is gonna say they are not naturally mean or aggressive. But All dogs are like that. So why a pit? Not trying to be rude, just really want to know.

And owning a dog for protection is not that bright. A guy with a gun will shoot it. You should be getting a dog for a companion to be a part of the family. A much batter idea would be to get an alarm system or like said before move to a better neighborhood. the alarm system should reduce your insurancew costs and will improve the value of your home.

I plan on getting a Mastiff later this year... fully grown they can be 150++ lbs. Why a big dog? Well partly for protection as well.

I travel a lot and my gf is home alone. A 25lb dog will never bark the same way as a 100+lb dog. Plus its the visual intimidation factor. My girl has been harassed while walking her 20lb dog.. I highly doubt anyone would come near her if she were walking a Mastiff. They are extremely loyal and very protective of their families, but more prone to knock someone down than to bite.

You can break into a house no matter how good the neighborhood is... you can even bypass alarms... but if you see a big dog... your going to think twice

 

[suncloud]

i'm still waiting to get a great dane. by far my favorite dog.

on a sidenote, i saw a dog at the shelter - 1/2 dane, 1/2 pit. someone wanted to make the ultimate beast, but they got the bone structure of the pit, and the stringy muscles of a dane instead. but god, what a sweet dog.

 

[dynomite]

I plan on getting a Mastiff later this year... fully grown they can be 150++ lbs. Why a big dog? Well partly for protection as well.

I travel a lot and my gf is home alone. A 25lb dog will never bark the same way as a 100+lb dog. Plus its the visual intimidation factor. My girl has been harassed while walking her 20lb dog.. I highly doubt anyone would come near her if she were walking a Mastiff. They are extremely loyal and very protective of their families, but more prone to knock someone down than to bite.

You can break into a house no matter how good the neighborhood is... you can even bypass alarms... but if you see a big dog... your going to think twice

I have 2 dogs that weight about 80 lbs. They have deep barks and people don't **** with them if they are barking at them. I understand the idea of having them partially for protection.

I don't understand having a beast like a Pit that won't let go once it latches on. If it attacks it is not letting go. Having a bohemoth on me not letting go sounds pretty shiity top me

 

[papapumpsd]

Get a toy chihuahua then buy one of those fake big dog barking noise makers. Now you don't have to worry about pickup up 50lb dog sh!ts and buying $500/month in food. You back and bank account will thank you You'll get more girlie attention w/the "cute", approachable ankle-biter too.

 

[Xodus]

I plan on getting a Mastiff later this year... fully grown they can be 150++ lbs. Why a big dog? Well partly for protection as well.

I travel a lot and my gf is home alone. A 25lb dog will never bark the same way as a 100+lb dog. Plus its the visual intimidation factor. My girl has been harassed while walking her 20lb dog.. I highly doubt anyone would come near her if she were walking a Mastiff. They are extremely loyal and very protective of their families, but more prone to knock someone down than to bite.

You can break into a house no matter how good the neighborhood is... you can even bypass alarms... but if you see a big dog... your going to think twice

I too am looking at getting a Mastiff, Bull to be exact. My GSD is 14yo now and beginning to drop weight. Not into that downward cycle towards death yet, but I am preparing for it. I think he would help socialize a new puppy perfectly!

Some dogs do not need to be 'trained' for protection, its their instinct. Mastiffs are one of them. They need to be obedience trained, but they do not require training for protection. Once socialized, they 'know' who is good and who is bad.

Fantastic dogs!

 

[bslick69b]

i love pitbulls,even more loyal then some of the best friends you will ever have!..they will lay down there life for you!..i was raised up with them, and each one of them that i have outlived,has a special place in my heart till today!:drunk:

 

[Manimalia]

i love pitbulls,even more loyal then some of the best friends you will ever have!..they will lay down there life for you!..i was raised up with them, and each one of them that i have outlived,has a special place in my heart till today!:drunk:

shet's real. Earl Simmons!

 

[futurepilot]

I want to buy a pitbull this year. Advice? I want it for mainly for protection. I am also trying to have a baby. What kind do you like and why?

I know a few people who have them, they arent good around kids. They have a tendency to attack babies/small children. One guy found out the hard way, now his 8 month old has 2big punture wounds on his arm

 

[Omen]

Chimpanzees eat human babies too....they look like prey, a good meal, so they get bit/eaten......same problem with wolf hybrids....

Personally, I'd go with a Doberman, Rottweiler or German Sheppard.

Owned a German Sheppard....and looking to get another one.

I'd also suggest a trainer, other than the basic things(sit, Toilet training, etc...) you have to have an attack/kill command.

Oh and to one of the posters above, I have guns in my house, why not a dog and guns ? a dog can be trained to alert without barking......useful to have your barrel ready pointing and the right direction to wait till the mark jumps in the kill zone....ehh....to defend yourself lawfully against intruders......:whip:

 

[futurepilot]

useful to have your barrel ready pointing and the right direction to wait till the mark jumps in the kill zone....ehh....to defend yourself lawfully against intruders......:whip:

Alright rambo.....

Thats true though, chipanzees will actually eat chimpanzee babies, too show dominance, and sometimes just because food in scarce.

 

[Omen]

Alright rambo.....

Thats true though, chipanzees will actually eat chimpanzee babies, too show dominance, and sometimes just because food in scarce.

Oh...that's right...you hate guns....and self defense...my bad.....:frustrate

 

[Xodus]

Chimpanzees eat human babies too....they look like prey, a good meal, so they get bit/eaten......same problem with wolf hybrids....

Personally, I'd go with a Doberman, Rottweiler or German Sheppard.

Owned a German Sheppard....and looking to get another one.

I'd also suggest a trainer, other than the basic things(sit, Toilet training, etc...) you have to have an attack/kill command.

Oh and to one of the posters above, I have guns in my house, why not a dog and guns ? a dog can be trained to alert without barking......useful to have your barrel ready pointing and the right direction to wait till the mark jumps in the kill zone....ehh....to defend yourself lawfully against intruders......:whip:

I would recommend AGAINST training for 'protection', esp. having an 'attack or kill' command. If your dog bites someone and they have had that training, you will be screwed.

Protection dogs require A LOT of training and you must be consistent. If I were to go down the 'protection' road, I would purchase a dog from a reputable breeder/trainer. It would not be a puppy, but a 1+ yo that has had extensive bite training. At that point, they are a lethal weapon. Even police dogs have been put down due to them biting their handlers family members. It is a huge liability to have a protection trained dog. It's one thing for a dog to bite, but its another to try and defend yourself from a lawsuit when you TRAINED your dog to bite.

Most large breed dogs in that class (GSD, Pit, Mastiff, Malinois, etc.) are enough of a deterrent for most people. They are smart enough to know when their bonded owner is in trouble and do not need 'encouragement' to defend them.

Is this really what you need?







If so, get involved with a local Schutzhund club.

 

[mr j]

doberman owner here.

things u want to look into a dog is temperment and bloodline. if u can get family history check out out and see how long its previous ancestors were alive for. dogs come with diseases and wrong breeding dosent make them last long.

example would be doberman

u got 2 types of doberman american and european dobermans

both come from germany but the american got overbreed when they were popular before. doberman gene pool is very small so most dobermans wont last u more then 10 years now you would be lucky to have a 14yrd old dobi.

but i own and american and a euro dobi

i paid 150 for the american and 1200 for the euro.

not to have favorites but the euro is she never had any work done but she protects like crazy and very good temperment.

altobello bloodline.

www.dobermannreview.co.yu

 

[Omen]

I would recommend AGAINST training for 'protection', esp. having an 'attack or kill' command. If your dog bites someone and they have had that training, you will be screwed.

Protection dogs require A LOT of training and you must be consistent. If I were to go down the 'protection' road, I would purchase a dog from a reputable breeder/trainer. It would not be a puppy, but a 1+ yo that has had extensive bite training. At that point, they are a lethal weapon. Even police dogs have been put down due to them biting their handlers family members. It is a huge liability to have a protection trained dog. It's one thing for a dog to bite, but its another to try and defend yourself from a lawsuit when you TRAINED your dog to bite.

Most large breed dogs in that class (GSD, Pit, Mastiff, Malinois, etc.) are enough of a deterrent for most people. They are smart enough to know when their bonded owner is in trouble and do not need 'encouragement' to defend them.

Is this really what you need?







If so, get involved with a local Schutzhund club.

Yeah, something like that, a little more aggressive and biting at better places......if you command your dog to attack or kill someone, well at least I, it's done for a good reason, self defense is not illegal last time I checked.

 

[Xodus]

Yeah, something like that, a little more aggressive and biting at better places......if you command your dog to attack or kill someone, well at least I, it's done for a good reason, self defense is not illegal last time I checked.

Self defense actually ~can~ be illegal.

It's not the ones that you command to attack. Some of these dogs have extremely high 'prey drive' and something as innocuous as little kids skipping or playing can set it off.

I've seen it myself with my GSD. Perfectly fine around everyone, including kids, but the second they are on a skateboard/scooter, moving in a certain way, he immediately tries to herd them, something just 'clicks' in his head. Not aggressive, but circles and barks until they stop moving. Once they stop, he gets in the down position and stays. No amount of training can overcome instinct, you can control it, but you can't get it out of them, that is WHY they were bred to exhibit them.

Unless you truly need a 'protection dog' just go with a pet that has been obedience trained, they will protect you instinctively.

Don't blame the breed, blame the owner and someone that half-asses training a protection dog is going to give a bad name to the breed, no matter what it is.

 

[bslick69b]

get a pitbull,and if you dont trust him/her! then get cesar milan!(the dog whispherer)...lol..!:whip:

 

[Irish Cannon]

Yeah, something like that, a little more aggressive and biting at better places......if you command your dog to attack or kill someone, well at least I, it's done for a good reason, self defense is not illegal last time I checked.

Sadly, I don't see it being legal much longer.

 

[manny1010]

you should get a tiny toy yorkie. Those are big dogs.

 

[Apowerz6]

Pit bulls are a funny breed, as they were forced into media headlights by Vick, and him fighting them, and by the poor baby who was bit by one. But as all people who own pits know they are bad dogs, and bad owners. And in most cases when a pit attacks its because the pit has not been socialized. As far as the myth of them beng protective thats just bullshyte, as long as you feed them and pay them attention they will be anybodys friend. Thats why if you want them to not be friendly you have to keep them unsocialized, and then they can become stir crazy dogs. If you want a pit go to a shelter, and also invest in a good book that gives you the nuts and bolts on traing your pit, as well as how to live with one.

BUT on the other hand if you want a real protective dog that does not need to be taught how to be protective like a pit would have to. Then get a mastiff- the three breeds i would suggest to you is the Bullmastiff, the Cane Corso, and the English Mastiff, and if you want a hulking dog that takes no shyte from anybody then get a Boerboel or better yet a Fila Brasilero. Those 2 can get over 200lbs and trust me their bite is way worse than their bark. With those dogs they know who is a threat, and will not let anything happen to you or your family.
Overall you have to socialize and train your dog so it can be the type of dog that will please you, as thats what they live for,besides treats and belly rubs.

 

[bslick69b]

Pit bulls are a funny breed, as they were forced into media headlights by Vick, and him fighting them, and by the poor baby who was bit by one. But as all people who own pits know they are bad dogs, and bad owners. And in most cases when a pit attacks its because the pit has not been socialized. As far as the myth of them beng protective thats just bullshyte, as long as you feed them and pay them attention they will be anybodys friend. Thats why if you want them to not be friendly you have to keep them unsocialized, and then they will be a stir crazy dog. If you want a pit go to a shelter, and also invest in a good pit breed book that tells you about your dog breed.

BUT on the other hand if you want a real protective dog that does not need to be taught how to be protective like a pit would have to. Then get a mastiff- the three breeds i would suggest to you is the Bullmastiff, the Cane Corso, and the English Mastiff, and if you want a hulking dog that takes no shyte from anybody then get a Boerboel or better yet a Fila Brasilero. Those 2 can get over 200lbs and trust me their bite is way worse than their bark. With those dogs they know who is a threat, and will not let anything happen to you or your family.
Overall you have to socialize and train your dog so it can be the type of dog that will please you, as thats what they live for,besides treats and belly rubs.

and what do you think there doing with vicks other dogs,yep!..finding loving homes for them!..oh! yes homes with children,with old ladies, with your neighbor possibly!..pittbulls just get a bad rep!..for the few that do cause harm!..

 

[Xodus]

Pit bulls are a funny breed, as they were forced into media headlights by Vick, and him fighting them, and by the poor baby who was bit by one. But as all people who own pits know they are bad dogs, and bad owners. And in most cases when a pit attacks its because the pit has not been socialized. As far as the myth of them beng protective thats just bullshyte, as long as you feed them and pay them attention they will be anybodys friend. Thats why if you want them to not be friendly you have to keep them unsocialized, and then they can become stir crazy dogs. If you want a pit go to a shelter, and also invest in a good book that gives you the nuts and bolts on traing your pit, as well as how to live with one.

BUT on the other hand if you want a real protective dog that does not need to be taught how to be protective like a pit would have to. Then get a mastiff- the three breeds i would suggest to you is the Bullmastiff, the Cane Corso, and the English Mastiff, and if you want a hulking dog that takes no shyte from anybody then get a Boerboel or better yet a Fila Brasilero. Those 2 can get over 200lbs and trust me their bite is way worse than their bark. With those dogs they know who is a threat, and will not let anything happen to you or your family.
Overall you have to socialize and train your dog so it can be the type of dog that will please you, as thats what they live for,besides treats and belly rubs.

Presa Canario's are good too!

Make sure you check local ordinances before getting anything though. Here in Denver Pit's are illegal, so is anything that 'looks' like a pit (yeah, I know BS law), but in the next town over, presa's, cane corso's and a few others are not allowed.

 

[Irish Cannon]

Hire this guy, imo.

 

[bslick69b]

Presa Canario's are good too!

Make sure you check local ordinances before getting anything though. Here in Denver Pit's are illegal, so is anything that 'looks' like a pit (yeah, I know BS law), but in the next town over, presa's, cane corso's and a few others are not allowed.

ahh...yes..big bad bane!:frustrate...the mass murdering mofu!
thats one scary animal!

 

[Apowerz6]

He is good read his books Ceaser Milan is not a quack, he makes sense, and some of his methods work, as I had to teach my PIT when we first got her the pecking order.

 

[bslick69b]

Hire this guy, imo.

that pitbulls name is daddy!..his owner is none other then red-man! the rapper/hip-hop artists!

 

[Xodus]

Hire this guy, imo.

I love that show!

It's funny as hell because its the OWNERS that need the training, not the dogs! 10 minutes with a skilled handler and they are functional dogs that respond. You watch some of the people and its absolutely no wonder why the dogs act the way they do.

 

[Apowerz6]

and what do you think there doing with vicks other dogs,yep!..finding loving homes for them!..oh! yes homes with children,with old ladies, with your neighbor possibly!..pittbulls just get a bad rep!..for the few that do cause harm!..

Exactly, I have a pit and love her, she is a little soft for me as far as in the protection aspect, but I love my Sadie none the less. I had to inform my wife she is a softie, and not a goon like you want her to be :lol:

 

[bslick69b]

Exactly, I have a pit and love her, she is a little soft for me as far as in the protection aspect, but I love my Sadie none the less. I had to inform my wife she is a softie, and not a goon like you want her to be :lol:

i really want her to be a sweetie!..lol..!:rofl:

 

[Xodus]

ahh...yes..big bad bane!:frustrate...the mass murdering mofu!
thats one scary animal!

You don't have to tell me about it! I 'escaped' a town where they wanted to ban ALL large breeds! After a white trash owner with 4 pits let them escape and mauled a women's toy dog (yorkie or chihuahua or something) That included GSD's, Labs, etc.

Typical knee-jerk reaction to a situation.

Thank god some people came to their senses and shot it down.

 

[Apowerz6]

Bad owners ruin it for everybody IMO. I was watching its me or the dog, and theis lady had a mastiff named Prince she treated that dog like one, and he did whatever he wanted, and she had the nerve to want to give him away because he was tearing up everything. She had no clue on how to be the head Beeyatch, and not let her dog run the show.

 

[bslick69b]

Exactly, I have a pit and love her, she is a little soft for me as far as in the protection aspect, but I love my Sadie none the less. I had to inform my wife she is a softie, and not a goon like you want her to be :lol:

i do not condone dog fighting in any way,i love those animals,i cant even watch a dog fight on nat.geo!..it just so happens that i favor pittbulls, because i was brought up with a yard full of them,before all the bad press!

 

[Xodus]

Bad owners ruin it for everybody IMO. I was watching its me or the dog, and theis lady had a mastiff named Prince she treated that dog like one, and he did whatever he wanted, and she had the nerve to want to give him away because he was tearing up everything. She had no clue on how to be the head Beeyatch, and not let her dog run the show.

That's a good show too. A mastiff is not a dog for a first time owner...

They think its cute that a little puppy crawls up on their lap and does other cutesy things, then they are pissed off when he's 150lbs and tries to do it.

I've seen one where the lady would feed her dog before the family and let it sleep on the bed, when the husband tried to kiss her, he would bite/snap at him. Dog wouldn't even let him get into his own bed. She placed the dog so high up on the pedestal, the dog thought he was king sh!t and the woman didn't CARE at all.

I would have tossed the dog and the wife out in the yard...

 

[Apowerz6]

That's a good show too. A mastiff is not a dog for a first time owner...

They think its cute that a little puppy crawls up on their lap and does other cutesy things, then they are pissed off when he's 150lbs and tries to do it.

I've seen one where the lady would feed her dog before the family and let it sleep on the bed, when the husband tried to kiss her, he would bite/snap at him. Dog wouldn't even let him get into his own bed. She placed the dog so high up on the pedestal, the dog thought he was king sh!t and the woman didn't CARE at all.

I would have tossed the dog and the wife out in the yard...

Yeah I could not see a dog fight I hate it too. But yeah A mastiff is not for a first time owner. Like you said they think ohh he is cute all lapping on me, then when he is 150 and raging when its heat time then you are like :wtf:

My wife is cool with me wanting a mastiff so Iam looking for ones from the shelter in the Ill/Ind area, its a shame because because all they want to do is be by you and do what you want them too. MY Pit follows me like my shadow when I get home from work, and knows I am the KING of the pack, what I say goes, and its funny cuz my wife is like your daddy is not going to let you jump on the bed. Then once I leave she does, but with stuff like that i dont mind because she knows what is acceptable and what is not.

 

[Xodus]

Yeah I could not see a dog fight I hate it too. But yeah A mastiff is not for a first time owner. Like you said they think ohh he is cute all lapping on me, then when he is 150 and raging when its heat time then you are like :wtf:

My wife is cool with me wanting a mastiff so Iam looking for ones from the shelter in the Ill/Ind area, its a shame because because all they want to do is be by you and do what you want them too. MY Pit follows me like my shadow when I get home from work, and knows I am the KING of the pack, what I say goes, and its funny cuz my wife is like your daddy is not going to let you jump on the bed. Then once I leave she does, but with stuff like that i dont mind because she knows what is acceptable and what is not.

They just have to know their place.


Good luck in your search for you new Mastiff!