My husband and I have a child on the way. Am i wrong for not wanting a pitbull dog?
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I have a friend who has two pit bulls.  I watch them for him when he goes out of town.  My child is 10 although we've been around this one particular pitbull for 6 years since she was 4 years old.  This dog curls himself around my daughter while she sleeps.  He's a feirce protector of the family and the pack (we fall into that, thank god)  You do have reason to be alarmed, but if you get a dog when it's a puppy, you can train him to be your protector.  Then when someone is lurking around trying to steal your new baby, you will know about it way before you have to protect the child yourself.  Any dog is a danger, even a poodle.  The thing about pit bulls is that they have a bum rap from people misusing and abusing their power.  I would get a pit bull puppy in an instant, as long as you train them right, you are then a part of the pack of a very loyal dog.  If you really are worried about the type of dog, and he still wants a huge dog, get a rottweiller.  They are big and dumb and would never harm their ownwers either, and they do not have that lock jaw ability that pit bulls do.  My advice, don't even get a dog until your child is out of diapers and at the age of 3-4.  Dogs can hurt kids just by stepping on them.   Tea-cup poodle might be an option.  Tho not much of a protector.  Good Luck  If he wants to train the dog like that, then consider divorcing this jerk.  That is animal cruelty.  You want him to feed your baby gun powder so it's a good member of society?  I think not.  Again, good luck.
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JewJew, never mind the immature answers from some of the previous entries. \n\nLook, there are other alternatives to your situation.  It is wonderful that you and your husband have the love that you do for children and want to have more in your family.  Some families out there don't care enough for the children that they have been blessed with.  You can see that play right out on your answer list by those that probably were not brought up with a lot of morals.\n\nWhich brings us to the next point I am going to make.  There are a lot of children already out there that need loving families.  Such as yourselves.  Adoption would definitely be something to consider, without taking the medical risk that you are willing to.\n\nThis would be worth your time to look into, and as I already stated, don't be bothered by some of the other previous answers because they undoubtedly do not have a clue on what good parenting is all about, whether you have an entire house full of kids, or just one.\n\nGood luck to you and your husband's decision, Make it an act of faith!!   God Bless you and your family.....
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It's not an easy thing to do-but you have to please them. When I was a little girl it took me years to convince my parents I was responsible enough for my own dogs. We had little pets, like hermit crabs and fish but to me nothing could compare to a dog. \n\nYou really have to prove it to them. Do chores, whether pet related or not, without being asked. Do them before your parents have a chance to ask you. Do extra chores. If your neighbors have pets, strike a deal with them to help care for them for a week, and show them that you're willing to walk a dog several times a day. Go the extra distance and let them know you will do anything to get the dog, and they will see how much you truly want it. \n\nI began working at an animal rescue when I was twelve. I worked there, volunteering at adoption events every weekend, helping with fundraising, and overall just dedicating so much time and energy to it. The key factor was showing my parents dogs were my passion, not telling them. The more I bugged them about it, the less enthusiastic they were.\n\nOnce I turned sixteen, they finally comprehended that I was not going to give up and decided I more than deserved the privilege of my own dog. I adopted a dog from the rescue that weekend, and he went with me to college and passed away shortly after. \n\nToday, I live with my husband and two kids---and currently eight dogs. Four are mine, and four are fosters with a rescue in a different state than my hometown. Every bit of effort I put in as a teenager was worth it, because I know my life wouldn't be the same today if I had given up. \n\nKeep working hard, and with time it will come. Good luck!
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My daughter does, and lutari's are limited edition pets, so you would probably have to go to the Adoption Center (pound) and just hope that one comes into the pound for you to adopt.
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No, I don't because both my neighbors on either side of me are strange.  On the one side are new neighbors who moved in a couple of months ago.  Besides never waving or smiling back at me, they have a collection of life-size dog statues all over their front porch and lawn.  Not a couple, but about twenty or so.  The first time I saw them, I thought they were real and I was scared to death to walk down the street.  On my other side is a real wacko.  He's either very religious or satanic, I'm not sure which one.  I can hear him shouting phrases that sound like they came from the Bible.  He sounds angry.  One time, and this is the honest truth, we actually heard him shouting, over and over again, "I am NOT Ozzy Osbourne"  "I am NOT Ozzy Osbourne".  I'm not making this up.  It's all true.  And my husband wonders why I don't like being here alone.
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Joe, personally if it was a cute huggable  animal I would let the little fella fill his boots...but if it was something nasty like a bug I would swoosh it off....now do you want that big sqeezy hug? x\nI'm finding your Q's very taxing this morning x
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We feel that we are right if we put our own family pet down if its in pain and dieing. We can put a horse down for just being lame. We even give humane injections to murderers and rapist...But we must make a human being thats going to die anyway....live every last painful, painfull moment of their suffering lives. Right down to their very last breath. Why? Because WE want them to live. Not because THEY want to live like that. WE have the issues. \nI think he is an angel. But when you watch him on tv the next time...I think he is trying to be passive. The issue isnt about him. Its about the suffering people. Its their lives. Their right to say enough is enough. \n\nI pray that if I was ever made to stay alive like that...that someone would walk in and just put a loaded gun on the table. And walk out. (no he doesnt use a gun)\nI wouldnt need them to stay or confort me. Just let me do what I have to do. I loved a dog sooo much that I couldnt take hearing her suffer. The vet told me there wasnt any hope . I put her to rest. I hope someone someday ....if I am ever like that...lets me put myself to rest.
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We all need a good dog. Got to train them and take them for a walk every once and awhile.   lol
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he should love you unconditionally..that includes your dogs. Don't get rid of them. You will be miserable and you will resent him for making you do it. Tell him to give it some time and the dogs will adjust to him and he to them. and btw...Texas is a great place to live with very open, friendly people.
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My two dogs are part of my family.  We love them dearly and care for them as we care for each other.  Family comes first over anything and anybody.  So, to the question asked, I do like my pets more than most people.
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I don't mock him or label him in any way. My dog talks to me all the time. My husband's dog is a real B!tch though. She never joins into the conversation. The cat is a little bit of a snob and the birds never shut the hell up. Am I insane? Yeah, some days I think so.\nLove & Light \nSharon
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Explain that you have thought about his desire for companionship and the potential threats to his already compromised health and that it is best for all concerned that if he can't take care of the dog in the way it deserves, and can't take care of himself the way he deserves, that it is safer for all concerned that the dog have a different home.\n\nUnfortunately, we often end up having to be parents to our parents and this is one of those times.
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If there was a very close bond between the pet and its owner then yes. I think the deceased would like to say goodbye to there beloved pet. But bringing all the owner's animals might be a little tacky. Make sure you find out if animals are allowed at the funeral home/ religous establishment, because most of the times they're not.
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I understand your feelings.  Talk to Hubby about it.  Make him understand how it makes you feel.  He should be willing to help with your feeligns.  Some compromise is in order.  Because of the kids, they inlaws will be a part of your life, but how much a part is something you two can discuss.  Sounds to me like he can give a little, and you can as well.  Good luck!
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I support PEACE, no matter what the nationality, race, color, creed, religion, hair color, types of dogs they like to raise...we're all one big, happy family. We should learn to like one another because there isn't anywhere else we can go in the universe at this point.
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A wife is always a b!tch, while a pitbull can be a b!tch or a male
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http://www.petitiononline.com/nosb861/petition.html\n\nThanks for letting me know there is an effort to rid the population of pitt bulls.  (BTW, the bill is not about having them put down.)  This is not about biased opinions, this is about the science of genetics.  These dogs are walking time bombs.  Look at the anatomy of their jaws and the size of their head.\n\nI worked in surgery for years and saw the damage these dogs can do.  They will de-glove (yes, it's true) the face first before mauling the victim to death.  This is a genetic fact.  So, OK, maybe they can be trained to stop...are you 100% certain of that? Look what happens when someone tries to get them off the victim.  Look at the force it takes.  More damage.  I truly feel sorry for the life of a pitt bull.  They are abused beyond belief.  The agressiveness is not exclusive to this breed...I got that already. \n\nWhat is your logic?  Help me understand your position.  I have done extensive research and it's NOT about personal opinions.  It's not about what a dog trainer says, a breeder, or someone who owns 10 of them extolling their sweet behavior. \n\nLet me ask you this; If a pitt bull who lived next door to you jumped over the fence for any reason and killed the person you loved the most, and you found out that the owners treated the dog well and responsibly trained her/him to respect and be mannerly, WHO WOULD YOU WANT TO KILL?  Would you continue defending the breed? That goes for Rotts and Dobbies, too.  I base my opinions on academic research that explains their behavior.  \n\nThe Bill asks for mandatory neutering w/ anesthesia...no pain.  That will make a 0 population over time.  Unless you actually see a person who has had catastrophic damage, I doubt that this posting will make any difference.  Hope I'm wrong.  I'm trying to see both sides.