tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7942733380068951179.post6852744820591914577..comments2023-04-02T10:50:57.402-05:00Comments on Bully Breed Buddies: Scholarships?Burning Moonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00543067894992457185noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7942733380068951179.post-13634007049983915422009-03-26T10:51:00.000-05:002009-03-26T10:51:00.000-05:00Daisy came out of a backyard breeding situation, r...Daisy came out of a backyard breeding situation, resuce pulled her and her brother out because of severe neglect. Actually they were willing to give them up since they didn't look like they would live and couldn't afford any vet bills. What city do you live in? maybe there is a rescue that will help with training costs or have trainers avilable to you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7942733380068951179.post-43437039871750830272009-03-25T19:59:00.000-05:002009-03-25T19:59:00.000-05:00Yes, she was spayed at 6 months and 2 days, lol. ...Yes, she was spayed at 6 months and 2 days, lol. We didn't get her from the shelter though. This was before we had studied all about back yard breeding and all the bad stuff that happens with that. We got it off some guy that bred his female to some random male. We know A LOT better now and would never do it again, but I can't give up on her now that I've got her. I love her SOOOO much!Burning Moonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00543067894992457185noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7942733380068951179.post-12319440318407209572009-03-25T19:32:00.000-05:002009-03-25T19:32:00.000-05:00I agree with the thing about the blood test. I ha...I agree with the thing about the blood test. I have hired trainers for Daisy and no one has ever asked about any health checks. Also Noelles aggresion does not sound that severe that it would warrant looking at medical reasons, I assume she is spayed? Out local SPCA has a special Pit Bull class, I will bet if you can find one and explain your situation they might waive or reduce the fees, espcially since you have kept a dog from the shelter and are willing to work to improve the behavior and not surrender.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7942733380068951179.post-53902503363988964202009-03-25T15:27:00.000-05:002009-03-25T15:27:00.000-05:00Hi, and thanks for commenting!The blood test is to...Hi, and thanks for commenting!<BR/><BR/>The blood test is to test for hormonal problems to make sure there is no physical reason for her aggression/attitude problems and yes, it will be done by a vet. The trainer just wants to know the results before he'll proceed.<BR/><BR/>Thanks for the tips. I am going to call the shelter here first thing tomorrow morning, maybe animal control too.Burning Moonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00543067894992457185noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7942733380068951179.post-87654382381940605132009-03-25T15:15:00.000-05:002009-03-25T15:15:00.000-05:00Have you checked your area for low cost or free tr...Have you checked your area for low cost or free training classes, or talked with your local shelters/rescue groups? In my area, for example, we are fortunate to have quite a few groups that offer low-cost training classes. I'm part of an advocacy group that offers free classes for pit bulls. It's not always easy to find these resources but they are out there.<BR/><BR/>You may also be able to work a deal with a trainer so money doesn't have to exchange hands. When I was first getting started with dogs, I was permitted to sit in on a class (with no dog) and I got one-on-one advice from one of the best trainers in the area (with my dog) in exchange for volunteer work at his kennels for a couple days. The stuff I learned from him helped me manage my dogs. I also volunteered as a helper at the local animal shelter's training classes, and this taught me even more about training and only cost me a couple hours in the evening each week. So I accumulated a lot of knowledge and hands-on experience without any cost to me.<BR/><BR/>What on earth is the blood test for? That's a new one to me. I can understand checking for health problems as a possible source of aggressive behavior, but that's something that should be done by a vet...happypitbullhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03607831951903607541noreply@blogger.com