A Rottie as an outside dog. Get another pit and give her to a family who can love her.
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What are the sexes of your Pits?? This breed can be same sex aggressive and Pits are also. You may come outside into the backyard one day with a dead dog. 
Living outside...she may never be protective of you....this is when dogs become protective of property...and it's a very bad combination for a Rottweiler to be living outside. They need to be with their people. No matter how much time you spend outside with her...she will not protect you if she lives outside. She will protect her yard. This is when the breed gets into trouble. If you are disabled she can learn to live inside. Many Rottweiler and large breed owners have small homes and manage to have their dogs live in the house. They don't need much room inside, as long as they get their exercise outside 2-3 times per day.
I understand that you love your dog, but living outside in the yard with your other dogs is not the place for this breed. See if you can at least get her inside even for a few hours every day. She will learn to be quiet and chill. She will then be able to be protective of you and your family.
Unless your family has thousands of dollars of stuff in the backyard...there is nothing to protect. At one time I had 3 adult Rottweilers living in our house. We taught them to stay on the main floor of the house...and they are fine. The upstairs stayed clean and hair free. Other breeds that are independent will be happy to live in a backyard...but not Rottweilers.
Living outside...she may never be protective of you....this is when dogs become protective of property...and it's a very bad combination for a Rottweiler to be living outside. They need to be with their people. No matter how much time you spend outside with her...she will not protect you if she lives outside. She will protect her yard. This is when the breed gets into trouble. If you are disabled she can learn to live inside. Many Rottweiler and large breed owners have small homes and manage to have their dogs live in the house. They don't need much room inside, as long as they get their exercise outside 2-3 times per day.
I understand that you love your dog, but living outside in the yard with your other dogs is not the place for this breed. See if you can at least get her inside even for a few hours every day. She will learn to be quiet and chill. She will then be able to be protective of you and your family.
Unless your family has thousands of dollars of stuff in the backyard...there is nothing to protect. At one time I had 3 adult Rottweilers living in our house. We taught them to stay on the main floor of the house...and they are fine. The upstairs stayed clean and hair free. Other breeds that are independent will be happy to live in a backyard...but not Rottweilers.
To clarify, I completely understand and agree with @big black dogs' stance on the matter, so please don't take this as an argument or attack. I know that Zara being an outside dog is not an ideal situation, but it was ultimately my parents' decision since I live with them in their home, and I must respect their wishes.What are the sexes of your Pits?? This breed can be same sex aggressive and Pits are also. You may come outside into the backyard one day with a dead dog.
Living outside...she may never be protective of you....this is when dogs become protective of property...and it's a very bad combination for a Rottweiler to be living outside. They need to be with their people. No matter how much time you spend outside with her...she will not protect you if she lives outside. She will protect her yard. This is when the breed gets into trouble. If you are disabled she can learn to live inside. Many Rottweiler and large breed owners have small homes and manage to have their dogs live in the house. They don't need much room inside, as long as they get their exercise outside 2-3 times per day.
I understand that you love your dog, but living outside in the yard with your other dogs is not the place for this breed. See if you can at least get her inside even for a few hours every day. She will learn to be quiet and chill. She will then be able to be protective of you and your family.
Unless your family has thousands of dollars of stuff in the backyard...there is nothing to protect. At one time I had 3 adult Rottweilers living in our house. We taught them to stay on the main floor of the house...and they are fine. The upstairs stayed clean and hair free. Other breeds that are independent will be happy to live in a backyard...but not Rottweilers.
Despite this, I take full responsibility for Zara's well-being and safety. I understand the risks involved and have taken precautions accordingly. We have a large property, and she has access to a building with AC during the summer and heat during the winter, as well as ample bedding and water supply. During the rainy season, she has a half-enclosed deck to sleep on comfortably. Additionally, she is vaccinated regularly and receives ample attention from myself and my father.
While it is true that Rottweilers are working dogs and can be kept outside, I am aware that they also enjoy being indoors. However, I have spoken to a licensed vet about my situation, and she confirmed that Zara can be an outside dog as long as she is well-groomed and has access to shade, water, and a cool place to rest.
Therefore, I would appreciate it if people did not judge me or suggest that I give her up for adoption. It is unfair and rude to make such assumptions without knowing my exact situation and reasons for keeping her outside. I am doing the best I can with what I have and am committed to providing Zara with a safe and comfortable life
Maybe you can work on your parents? See if you can train her to be your service dog? Honestly, just because she has shelter and bedding etc... does not mean that she is getting all of her needs fulfilled. You say you want her protective...and she will be protective if she can live right near you, or be beside you . This is what the breed needs. Living outside in a yard like a farm animal is not the way. Having her safe and comfortable may be OK...but it's not what a Rottweiler needs. Unless your vet has raised and trained and lived with this breed....their opinion is not worth much.
I understand that it is not your fault but maybe you can get your parents to think differently? If there were already 2 Pits living in the yard why was another dog added?
You still did not answer on what sexes the Pits were. This could get dangerous one day!!!!!!
I understand that it is not your fault but maybe you can get your parents to think differently? If there were already 2 Pits living in the yard why was another dog added?
You still did not answer on what sexes the Pits were. This could get dangerous one day!!!!!!
All three dogs in the household are female, and Zara has been with them since I brought her home at around six weeks old. I understand that this doesn't guarantee they will always get along, but we do pay attention to their interactions and do what we can to prevent any issues.Maybe you can work on your parents? See if you can train her to be your service dog? Honestly, just because she has shelter and bedding etc... does not mean that she is getting all of her needs fulfilled. You say you want her protective...and she will be protective if she can live right near you, or be beside you . This is what the breed needs. Living outside in a yard like a farm animal is not the way. Having her safe and comfortable may be OK...but it's not what a Rottweiler needs. Unless your vet has raised and trained and lived with this breed....their opinion is not worth much.
I understand that it is not your fault but maybe you can get your parents to think differently? If there were already 2 Pits living in the yard why was another dog added?
You still did not answer on what sexes the Pits were. This could get dangerous one day!!!!!!
Regarding the situation with my parents, I have asked and tried several times to let Zara live inside, but they pay the mortgage, so ultimately, it is their decision. While I understand and agree with the concerns about Zara being an outside dog, I currently have no control over the situation unless my parents are away for an extended period of time. In that case, I do sneak her inside for a brief period, as I have had the chance to sleep with her. However, until someone passes away or a miracle happens, she will unfortunately not be allowed to reside inside due to the ruling party
Sorry that you are in such a situation. It's too bad no one did their homework about having three females living together ...both breeds that can, and will be same sex aggressive. No decent breeder would have allowed one of their pups to go to a home like this.
How many hours do you spend outside with Zara? Even if you are out there 4-5 hours per day...what about the other 19-20 hours? You cannot be watching the three dogs behavior all of the time? You said one of the Pits is dominant to Zara? What are your plans if Zara and the Pits start fighting. Once bitches fight...they will fight to the death...no training will stop same sex aggression. Would you give Zara away? Would your parents get rid of the Pits? You really should have a plan worked out.
What if they start fighting right in front of you? What is your plan?? Breaking up a dog fight is not easy....the jaw strength of a Pit and a Rottweiler is tremendous.
This really is a lousy situation...both for you, and for Zara.
It's too bad no one did their homework about having three females living together ...both breeds that can, and will be same sex aggressive. No decent breeder would have allowed one of their pups to go to a home like this. How many hours do you spend outside with Zara? Even if you are out there 4-5 hours per day...what about the other 19-20 hours? You cannot be watching the three dogs behavior all of the time? You said one of the Pits is dominant to Zara? What are your plans if Zara and the Pits start fighting. Once bitches fight...they will fight to the death...no training will stop same sex aggression. Would you give Zara away? Would your parents get rid of the Pits? You really should have a plan worked out.
What if they start fighting right in front of you? What is your plan?? Breaking up a dog fight is not easy....the jaw strength of a Pit and a Rottweiler is tremendous.
This really is a lousy situation...both for you, and for Zara.
By the way, before I post more information about this subject, I want someone to please clarify whether a Rottweiler must be kept indoors. I have yet to be told whether it is a necessity. I know they need human connection, and trust me, she gets an abundance of it daily. But this information was sourced from this website
Before it's brought up again, I want to clarify that she has daily, hourly, and nightly human contact, daily training, and ample access to shelter. Therefore, all the arguments about her solely needing human contact to survive are not proven. Besides animal owners forming their own theories, opinions, and assumptions, I haven't been told by the ASPCA, AKC, or any other animal group that this breed has to be inside pets and since everyone wants to judge me and continue to try and tell me im irresponsible ill get more information from other sources regarding all of the “issue”
good lord some one cant read and would rather make assumptions.....
I was perfectly willing to let go of this subject last night, with respect to everyone's valued opinions. They were accepted and taken under advisement, and I wasn't going to post this, but I will. Im, I ACCEPT and RESPECT EVERYONE'S CONCERNS. I will continue to seek advice on the matter until I am fully satisfied. Correct me if I am wrong, but it doesn't hurt to research, which is what I was initially doing. Yes, I will take a professional person's opinion on the matter, as well as fellow owners.
That said, here is a professional's stance:
Again, I appreciate the input I receive, and just like everyone here, even the folks that are so gung-ho on something happening, I value the information I receive.
But, I’m on this board, regardless of your views of me, from this point forward. I will continue to support this forum, post pictures, and share events, etc., regardless of whether I get comments or not
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