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Pit Bull 101
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Pit Bull 101

How to Get, Raise, Train, Love, and Take Care of Pit Bulls
Created byHowExpert
Last updated 10/2020
English

What you'll learn

  • Pit Bull 101

Course content

1 section • 12 lectures • 2h 4m total length

  • Welcome0:14

    Learn how to raise, train, love, and take care of pit bulls, with guidance from expert Kathryn Thompson.

  • Introduction9:55

    Explore the pit bull's history, its loving, loyal, and energetic nature, and how responsible ownership, training, and diverse roles—from therapy to police work—redefine its image.

  • Part 1 - Get to Know the American Pitbull Terrier23:07

    Explore the American Pit Bull Terrier's history and genetics, debunk misperceptions about its fighting reputation, and highlight adoption, rehabilitation, therapy and service roles.

  • Part 2 - Gentle, Goofy, and Reliable6:43

    Explore how gentle, goofy, and reliable pit bulls can be affectionate, intelligent companions when properly trained, exercised, and socialized. Understand considerations for health, training, and family life.

  • Part 3 - Adopting a Pitbull Puppy5:53

    Learn how to adopt a pit bull puppy responsibly by selecting ethical sources, meeting the mother and breeders, and preparing a safe home with training and bonding.

  • Part 4 - Healthcare, Feeding, and Nutrition for your Pitbull15:45

    Discover nutrition, feeding schedules, homemade dog meals, and health care essentials tailored for pit bulls, including vaccination basics, heartworm prevention, and first aid preparedness.

  • Part 5 - Training, Exercise, and Play24:39

    Learn positive reinforcement training, socialization, and safe exercise for pit bulls, from puppyhood through adulthood, with potty, crate, and game-based methods.

  • Part 6 - Dog Communication7:09

    Pit bulls communicate through bark, body language, and vocal cues, with five signals—happy, aggressive, arousal, fearful, and anxious—requiring calm, confident leadership.

  • Part 7 - Q & A10:30

    Explore the origins, myths, and real-world guidance on caring for pit bulls, including training, adoption, lifespan, intelligence, and responsible ownership.

  • Part 8 - Myths About Pitbulls10:59

    Expose seven myths about pit bulls by contrasting aggression, unpredictability, and lockjaw with evidence that pit bulls are loving, trainable family dogs shaped by environment.

  • Part 9 - Conclusion7:47

    Explore how the 1976 Animal Welfare Act criminalized dogfighting and why pit bulls, though loving family dogs, require responsible ownership, socialization, training, and awareness of breed-specific legislation.

  • Part 10 - About The Expert1:22

    Katherine Thompson brings a master’s in criminal justice with grant writing, decades of editing and teaching, and expertise in dog training and pit bulls.

Requirements

  • Pit Bull 101

Description

“Pit Bull 101” traces the loveable Pitbull from its historic ancestry to today. The dog’s pedigree, genealogy, and temperament are illustrated. Pitbulls have been the subject of adverse legislation illegal operations, and public disquiet. By learning about the Pitbull, you will find that they are not dangerous, vicious, or difficult to train.

Pitbulls have a varied history. They are not fighting dogs but rescue dogs, police dogs, dogs used for care, and support dogs. They will love you, unconditionally and be your most loyal friend.

At one time in America’s history, Pitbulls were known as America’s dog. They were on war posters for WWI and WWII, the face of Buster Brown shoes, and known as nanny dogs. You have seen the Pitbull running with the Little Rascals and as a part of Rachael Ray’s dog food commercial.

The Pitbulls reputation was horribly damaged by magazine articles, media prejudice, and the story of Michael Vick and his dogfighting project. Yet, these dogs that were horribly abused and tortured became happy and loving family pets and mascots. The Michael Vick tragedy changed the face of dog rescue. Fighting dogs are no longer indiscriminately “put down.”

The care and feeding of a Pitbull are outlined in the book. These same training techniques, feeding, and scheduling tips can be used for any dog, and if you are diligent and consistent, these tips will provide you with a Pitbull who will outlive any other breed.

Now there are rescue societies and groups who understand what a Pitbull is, and they are working diligently to repair this breed’s reputation. Own a Pitbull, and you will find that they are awesome dogs.

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  • Pit Bull 101

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