Question about bloodlines - Pitbulls

Nat W · 01-26-2009, 12:49 PM

I have a 3 month old Blue Nose Gotti/Razors Edge. I don't know the percentages of each bloodline but he is registered with the ADBA. This is my first pitbull and I was already attached before I did research...after reading about these bloodlines it sounds like these are bullies or mastiffs so I'm kinda worried. Will he still be a good inside house dog. How big can I expect him to get...at 3 mo. he is 19lbs. Also, if I wanted a more traditional bloodline...not a short stocky bully--a smaller pitbull, what would you recommend?

JCsmoke · 01-26-2009, 02:50 PM

well I'm a gaff fan myself but he wont get 2 big hight wise I have a bully and 2 staffs all inside dogs all great a lapdog toy size he wont be but he shouldnt get over I'de say 80-90lbs tops

ForPits&Giggles · 01-26-2009, 03:28 PM

You dog should be around 70 lbs, he will be bulky, but should still make a great house pet. He probably wont be too tall and shouldn't be too hot. Is this your first bully dog? Have you ever owned a APBT? The only reason I ask is because some bloodlines are very traditional, and some bloodlines have gone more in the "show" direction(dogs arent as hot as a gamebred usually, but it can happen). Their are many bloodlines out there and I would invite you to do more research to narrow it down, if you asked what would be a good APBT to have you would get 100's of different responces, its really what the owner can handle responcibly vs. what the owner prefers their dog to be like/what work the owner wants their dog to partake in.

Nat W · 01-26-2009, 05:24 PM

Thanks for the responses. To answer your question...Yes, this is my first APBT. So far I am very very happy. He is very smart and loving...which is why I asked about "smaller" bloodlines but still APBT. I'm just worried about him getting so big that I wont be able to do certain things...for instance, how would I be able to get a 100lb dog into the truck? I plan on taking him to the lake and park. That is really my only concern...him just being too big and being so short that he wont be able to just jump up like most large dogs. I was just curious about the bloodlines that may tend to be smaller for future purchases...I have learned alot through these forums especailly to be aware of bad breeders!

koonce272 · 01-26-2009, 05:32 PM

he be able to get into the trunk. I had a bullmastiff growing up and his 135lbs could get around just fine.

the weight you've given also leads me to think you'll have a mid sized bully, about 65-70ish lbs, which is decent, not a huge boy,just big.

yes, bad breeders are out there.

do you have any pics? this way we can check him out. Just by pictures you can get an idea of what he will look like. Also you can look for obvious hip/joint issues that often come with a bad breeder.

welcome to the forum, its easy to learn a lot here.

LiiL_L0cz_Red_N0se (Got the BAN STICK) · 01-26-2009, 06:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Nat W

I have a 3 month old Blue Nose Gotti/Razors Edge. I don't know the percentages of each bloodline but he is registered with the ADBA. This is my first pitbull and I was already attached before I did research...after reading about these bloodlines it sounds like these are bullies or mastiffs so I'm kinda worried. Will he still be a good inside house dog. How big can I expect him to get...at 3 mo. he is 19lbs. Also, if I wanted a more traditional bloodline...not a short stocky bully--a smaller pitbull, what would you recommend?

hello... let me help you out a little bit... first u dont own an APBT (american pitbull terrier) u own and American Bully. The are the shorter, stockier, less DA(dog agressive) less hyper versions of the Pitbull. The bloodlines are usually mixed with mastiff or bulldogs to get their stockyness and weight.

an APBT is the taller, leaner original version that was around way before the bully lines. APBT are very "hot" (DA) very hyper, and are between the weights of 35-60lbs... different bloodlines dont determined characteristics unfortunatly, its really what u are more into.

what are u feeding ur pup right now??? and welcome aboard! u will learn lots here!

koonce272 · 01-26-2009, 06:09 PM

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Originally Posted by LiiL_L0cz_Red_N0se

hello... let me help you out a little bit... first u dont own an APBT (american pitbull terrier) u own and American Bully. The are the shorter, stockier, less DA(dog agressive) less hyper versions of the Pitbull. The bloodlines are usually mixed with mastiff or bulldogs to get their stockyness and weight.

an APBT is the taller, leaner original version that was around way before the bully lines. APBT are very "hot" (DA) very hyper, and are between the weights of 35-60lbs... different bloodlines dont determined characteristics unfortunatly, its really what u are more into.

what are u feeding ur pup right now??? and welcome aboard! u will learn lots here!

no beat around the bush there, just straight bomb drop. I didnt want to be the one to bring up the bully thing.

LiiL_L0cz_Red_N0se (Got the BAN STICK) · 01-26-2009, 06:13 PM

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no beat around the bush there, just straight bomb drop. I didnt want to be the one to bring up the bully thing.

ahhaah i cant help myself.. nothing against bullies, i jsut hate when people think (or pretend, but not in this case) they own and APBT when they dont

no harm no foul, jsut gotta educate ya know

koonce272 · 01-26-2009, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by LiiL_L0cz_Red_N0se

ahhaah i cant help myself.. nothing against bullies, i jsut hate when people think (or pretend, but not in this case) they own and APBT when they dont

no harm no foul, jsut gotta educate ya know

most definatly

Nat W · 01-26-2009, 06:23 PM

Well, this is my first dog of this type and yes I've read that these bloodlines are not APBT. This is just what's on his registration papers and I prefer not to tell people when they ask that he is a American Bully...people already wrinkle their nose when I say he's a pitbull. I will post a current picture of him and maybe someone can see what they think about his weight. I am feeding him puppy purina pro plan....that is what the vet suggested. Just curious...What does "hot" mean?

LiiL_L0cz_Red_N0se (Got the BAN STICK) · 01-26-2009, 06:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Nat W

Well, this is my first dog of this type and yes I've read that these bloodlines are not APBT. This is just what's on his registration papers and I prefer not to tell people when they ask that he is a American Bully...people already wrinkle their nose when I say he's a pitbull. I will post a current picture of him and maybe someone can see what they think about his weight. Just curious...What does "hot" mean?

well, if u dont prefer to tell them he is an American Bully (which is actualyl a less DA, and more calm dog) then be sure NOT to say he is an American pitbull terrier. sure he is a pitbull, but statinhg his tru breed makes u sound so much more educated and knowlgable of what u really have on ur leash... i mean if u want to turn those frowns upside down,

u can just tell them the truth and tell them how more calm, and relaxed ur dog is, compared to an APBT.

"hot" is referig to DA, tempeR. DA=Dog agression, APBT carry this trait heavily, American bullies, usually do not carry it to the same extent.

koonce272 · 01-26-2009, 06:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Nat W

Well, this is my first dog of this type and yes I've read that these bloodlines are not APBT. This is just what's on his registration papers and I prefer not to tell people when they ask that he is a American Bully...people already wrinkle their nose when I say he's a pitbull. I will post a current picture of him and maybe someone can see what they think about his weight. I am feeding him puppy purina pro plan....that is what the vet suggested. Just curious...What does "hot" mean?

i feel you on stuck up uneducated nose wrinklers.

to avoid the "pitbull" term. when some asks what he is just say Molosser(sp).

or you could use Bandogge, or i often just say my dog is a terrier.

Nat W · 01-26-2009, 09:44 PM

This is my puppy...a few weeks ago but maybe someone can tell what they think his weight and size might be when he is fully grown. Thanks for all the replies...once again I've learned alot from these discussions. Natasha

LiiL_L0cz_Red_N0se (Got the BAN STICK) · 01-26-2009, 09:56 PM

cute little guy, but that pic isnt gonna tell us much.... im bettin on 70-80lbs..... BUUUTTT u should really try to keep him no more the 70lbs.... bullies (when they ar at the correct weight) look REALLY nice.... good luck!

also, might wanna check out some better food. i am to lazy to fetch the link, but hit up the health and nutritian partof the forum an the sticky about how to rate ur dog food should help... good luck!

Nat W · 01-26-2009, 10:01 PM

Ok, I will check the other pages for food suggestions. Do you by any chance know anything about their skin...its very dry and again I've read lots of stuff to give them that will help but I am trying to stick to dog food...I don't want him not to like dog food. Sorry for all the questions...i'm jumping all over the place!