I’m a dog trainer – the 6 worst breeds for first-time pet owners, one type is so big it can easily overwhelm an adult
A DOG TRAINER has issued advice to first-time dog owners after he identified a number of breeds that are troublesome for inexperienced pet owners.
While the breeds that he lists should not be identified as dangerous or untrainable, Alex from Off Leash K9 Albany has made clear the effort involved in correctly nurturing these dogs.
He said: “For the following breeds, obedience training is as imperative for the put as for their human pet parent.”
The six breeds listed were identified from experts at insidepetsworld.com.
The first dog breed is the American Pit Bull Terrier which has been wrongly associated with poor and dangerous behavior.
Despite this unfair characterization of the breed, they are one of the most challenging breeds for an inexperienced dog owner.
Alex noted that their history as fighting dogs means that “though loyal and devoted, if mistreated or untrained, Pit Bulls can be very difficult to handle.”
The next breed on the list is the Bulldog which have been revealed by Alex to be a sensitive breed to a number of things and therefore challenging to train effectively.
Bulldogs are often sensitive to heat, exercise, stress, and water as they are unable to swim.
It is also a breed that is vulnerable to a number of health issues and diseases.
Meanwhile, Bullmastiffs prefer to be in a home without other pets and have a high level of loyalty and sense of protectiveness towards their owners.
The dog expert said: “This breed has a mind of its own and requires continuous and proper training from a very young age in order to adapt to family life.
“Their adult weight is between 100-130 pounds so without proper training, they can easily overwhelm their owner.”
One of the most intelligent dogs, the German Shepherd is also a challenging dog for new dog owners due to their high energy levels.
Their highly active nature and ability to perform a number of tasks when trained correctly enables them to be great breeds for police, military, and guide dogs.
However, as obedience training is key for this breed, it can be tricky for inexperienced owners.
Again, Rottweilers need confident trainers due to their “strong will” and 135 pound frame which can make them destructive when aggressive.
“The Rottweiler can be gentle and affectionate but needs an experienced owner who is not afraid to stand up to it when it wants to exert its will,” Alex said.
The final and most surprising dog on the list, is the adorably cute and fluffy Chow Chow.
Known for resembling small teddy bears, the breed is often mistaken for being docile.
However, experts have warned that they are stubborn and can be aggressive, particularly to other pets as they are not typically social or outgoing.
The breed needs “extensive training” like all the others in the list.
Training is essential for all dog breeds, even those not deemed to be aggressive.
This is for the safety of the pet, the owner, and members of the public.
Alex concluded: “Dogs do best when they know what is expected of them and when they have set routines.”