Pitbull Lab mix dogs are an energetic, loyal and active hybrid designer dog, with one American Pitbull Terrier parent and one Labrador parent. Known as the Bullador, Labrabull or Pitador, their ancestors were cooperative hunting partners, service animals, hard working guardians and even fighting dogs. Pitbull Lab mixes are smart, alert dogs that make great companions and faithful, protective watchdogs. These high shedding, short coated medium sized pups weighing around 70lbs when full grown. Pitbull Lab mix puppies are unlikely to be aggressive when well socialized, positively trained and exercised.
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Protective yet friendly, the Pitbull Lab mix has a range of reputations to live up to. We’ll dig into the myths around Pitbull mix aggression, and look at whether this traditional nanny dog really is good with kids or strangers.
A Varied History
The American Pitbull can trace its ancestry back to Britain. Their breeders combined Old English Terriers with Old English Bulldogs. These breeds were used in bloodsports until the practice was banned. Sadly, the stigma attached to being used as fighting dogs has stuck with Pitbull-type breeds through the years.
Labrador Retrievers were originally bred as hunting dogs. Consistently ranked as America’s most popular dog breed, they are popular family pets. They are also commonly used as therapy dogs, in search and rescue missions and as seeing eye dogs for the blind. When you make a Pitbull and Lab mix, any of the qualities of the parent breeds can be passed on, in any combination.
Growing controversy over American Pitbulls in recent years has led to a lot of misinformation about the breed. Pitbulls are banned in several countries because of their reputation as a fighting dog. A big concern is that when Pitbulls bite, they don’t let go. And it’s a reasonable worry. However, if properly bred, socialized and trained, these are wonderful dogs with a warm, loving and affectionate temperament.
What Do They Look Like?
When buying a cross-breed there are no guarantees. Puppies can resemble either parent, or a combination of both. There can even be big differences within the same litter. But, Labrador and Pitbull breeds do have some similarities that are likely to appear in your Pitador puppy.
Pitbull Lab Mix Size
Both have medium-sized, athletic frames. Pitbulls are quite muscular, with wide chests and broad, flat heads. But, Labs are taller, with a slimmer shape and a longer nose. So, Labrabulls will range from 50 to 90 pounds.
Labrabull Coats and Colors
They have a short and silky coat and come in a variety of colors.
Coat colors include brindle, brown, black and white and tan. You may also find a black Lab and Pitbull mix or a chocolate Lab Pitbull mix. Another popular variety is the yellow Lab Pitbull mix.
A dog’s coat can change with age. For example, your glossy black Lab Pitbull mix puppy will likely get some gray around his muzzle and eyes as he gets older.
Grooming and Shedding
Thanks to its parents short-haired genes, the Labrador Pitbull mix is fairly low-maintenance when it comes to grooming.
His smooth, dense coat doesn’t require much attention so you can relax. Just bathe when necessary and brush as needed. But, during shedding season you might find you are grooming a lot.
Labradors are very high shedding dogs, and as such your puppy could be too. Make sure to get him used to being groomed regularly. This will make your job easier when he starts to molt!
Pitbull Lab Mix Temperament
Both Labradors and Pitbulls are clever and loyal dogs. So you can expect your Pitbull Lab mix to be the same. Many Pitbull advocates praise their intelligence, willingness to learn and love for their families.
Labrador Retrievers are known as excellent family pets. They are friendly and outgoing and play well with other dogs. So, a Pitbull and Lab mix is likely to be a people-pleaser when it comes to his family. This super-smart mutt will do anything for praise and attention.
But, they will need company for much of the day, due to their strong bonds. They are therefore not an ideal pet for anyone who works away from home. Or who cannot bring their dog along with them during the day.
Intelligent dogs can become bored and destructive if left to their own devices too often. This can also result in barking.
Are They Aggressive?
A genuine concern about Pitbulls is their bite reflex. Compared with bites from other dogs, the damage that they can do is much more severe. In a study of over 200 bites over a period of 15 years at one trauma center, 30 injuries were by Pitbulls. The level of injury caused by them was far greater.
If you are bitten by a Pitbull you are more likely to have a worse injury, and more likely to die from it. It’s a chilling fact, but we can put another spin on it.
Biting Risks
The American Temperament Test Society runs a temperament test to evaluate breed behavior. According to its 2016 results, the American Pitbull passed the test with a 87.4 percent pass rate. So, this makes it more even-tempered than Cocker Spaniels and Beagles!
Many anti-Pitbull advocates point to the Center for Disease Control’s claim that Pitbulls are within the top three biting breeds, behind Chihuahuas and Bulldogs. However, the CDC itself admits that these numbers are culled from media headlines that could potentially misidentify the breed.
A more recent study by Dr. James Serpell at the University of Pennsylvania ran different breeds through a series of tests and found that the top three most aggressive were Dachshunds, Chihuahuas, and Jack Russell Terriers.
Cautions For Pitbull Owners
Pitbulls might not be the most likely dog to bite you. But if they do, it is much more likely to lead to severe injury or death. This doesn’t necessarily mean you shouldn’t own a Pitbull. But you need to throw yourself into socialization and definitely meet the Pitbull parent to assess their temperament.
Although genetics play a role in aggression, a dog’s upbringing can have an impact, too. Being a responsible owner means giving your dog the tools to curb his anxiety. This involves training, socialization, and lots of praise and support.
Pitbull Lab Mix Training
Training your Lab Pit mix is a very rewarding experience for both dogs and owners. Given its extremely intelligent parentage, this hybrid responds very well to instructions and can master the basics in no time. Both Pitbull and Lab breeds work best with positive reinforcement. They love to please their owners and are extremely willing.
Using punishment to train your puppy is not advised. This can destroy the trust between dog and owner. In addition, it can lead to problems in the future with aggression. Punishing a dog causes them to hide the warning signals that they are unhappy.
This makes biting more likely in future, because they don’t know how to tell you they are uncomfortable in a situation. Use reward-based methods and train together every day to build an even stronger bond between you.
Your Labrabull will definitely need regular exercise. As it will be on the larger side and quite active. An hour’s worth of exercise per day is recommended, as well as play time in a fenced-in yard.
Importance Of Socialization
While Pitbulls have a bad reputation that is not entirely fair, there is some truth to it.
The risks of biting is higher than with some breeds, the severity of bites is far worse. Plus, Pitties can be territorial and display some guarding characteristics. So, when you buy a puppy with a Pit parent, you need to commit to socialization as a number one priority.
A confident dog is a safer, happier dog. And dogs become confident through early exposure to the situations which have potential to worry them as adults. It is very important to socialize a Pitbull Lab mix puppy as early and often as possible.
Health And Care
Both Labradors and Pitbulls are generally healthy dogs. But there are some serious genetic health conditions that your puppy could inherit. So health screening of both parents is essential.
The breeder should provide you with evidence of good hip and elbow scores for both the Labrador and Pitbull parent. They should also show you an eye test for each of them, carried out less than a year ago. And a clear DNA test for PRA blindness.
The Labrador parent should have no family history of exercise-induced collapse or cruciate ligament problems. The Pitbull parent should have no history of skin problems. Do not go to a breeder who is unwilling to provide evidence of the parent dogs’ health.
How Long Do Pitbull Lab Mix Dogs Live?
Labradors live on average 12.5 years. Pitbull lifespan is around the same. This is, therefore, a fair guess for your puppy’s life expectancy. This is about the average lifespan for medium-sized to large breeds.
You need to feed your Bullador a well-balanced diet to ensure he gets all the nutrients he needs. Especially because these dogs require so much exercise! On top of this, make sure you regularly check your Labrador Pitbull mix’s teeth and ears.
Are Pitbull Lab Mix Dogs Good With Kids?
Although Pitbull dogs are often great with the kids in their families, the nature of their bite and severity of the injuries they cause is something you need to seriously consider before you bring one into a home with children.
Never leave a Pit mix alone and unsupervised with kids, and make sure that they treat him with respect. Well-bred, well-socialized Labrador and Pitbull mixes are a breed that give as much as they get. Putting lots of love, time and attention into your dog when it’s a puppy will reap rich rewards in the future.
Shelter Dogs
Adopting dogs is always a risk, as you won’t know their parentage or health history. But giving a rescue Pitbull Lab mix can be very rewarding. For both pup and owner. Check with your local shelters to see if they have any mixed breeds.
Pitbull Lab Mix Puppies
Being a hybrid, Labrador Pitbull mix puppies can vary. Some may inherit more Lab genes, others will favor Pitbulls. The only way to know what you are getting is to meet your puppy first, and talk to the breeder.
Most breeders charge around $400 for a Labrabull puppy. But, there may be additional costs for health check-ups and official documentation.
From day one make sure you have visitors to the house at least four times a week. Make sure there is a range of adults and children, and that each new person gives the puppy praise and treats upon arrival.
Take your pup to every type of location you think you might visit together. And make sure lots of people say hello to her. Again, if possible, they can give her treats to reward her and help build a positive association.
Supervised interaction with other dogs will teach your dog how to play properly, and respect his furry friends. Organised play dates or behaviorial classes can help your puppy learn to be a calm and happy part of a pack.
Michele says
I just rescued a lab/mix at 3-4 months old. She is just a pup and full of energy as is normal. I have a 6 year old Staffie/mix male that has adopted her and is showing her the ropes so to speak. She already in a couple weeks knows commands. She is learning to love our cat, who sleeps with the older one. So far so good…a lot of time is needed to acclimate. We tire her out with play….distract her from negative behaviors with positive ones. She has calmed down alot. If my cat tolerates her it is a good sign lol. The male Staffie is showing her what is acceptable and not as he is the alpha male. I am so happy she is responding to commands so quickly. I learned the key was crate training, and alot of running around and play on our 3 acres of land. (Though have to watch because as a pup she wants to eat everything!) I have learned potty training is simply always watching. Too much play equals accidents. It is a constant chore but not more than you would with a little child. In just two weeks she has learned the ropes and commands. I have the time all day long with my husband too to coordinate efforts. The first time we left for 4 hours though she tore up her whole dog bed. Working on that one. All in all I know she will with training and socializing be a wonderful family member. Don’t give up just yet! The energy they have must be diverted to positive reinforcement. And yes, she is a pink nose lab/mix…I can tell she is pit because the older one is too. She is so loving though and wants to please. When I say NO she runs to her crate lol. Anyway, if you have the time (and yes it takes 24/7) it will be worth it!
Lauren says
I’m looking to adopt a black and white male pitbull black lab
Valerie says
Thank the Lord i found this site, and this pit/lab pawrent. Enter Lucy adopted from The Humane Society of Baltimore County. Oh How we love her. She was admitted as a stray from an apartment complex by a social worker. A little thing, but strong and determined. She sleeps with us because she has separation anxiety. She really loves our grand kids. she’s very energetic and very fast and unafraid of anything; except windshield wipers. We enrolled Lucy at the Doggy Daycare so she can interact with other dogs. Lucy is 10 months old, very strong and a very sweet girl. She has labeled me the pac leader because I feed her and play with her several times a day. We go for walks and we shop together. I plan on enrolling Lucy in training before our Virginia Beach Vaca. She’s goin with us.
Tanya Spooner says
I have a 10 year old Pitbull/Lab mix. What is the best dry food to feed her?
Julie says
I just laid my 14yr old pit to rest in December, she lived 2 1/2yrs longer than normal for a pit. from the time she arrived we fed her only Blue Buffalo dry. it’s more money, however, the extra time with my girl was worth it! Good luck
valerie says
hi Julie. I laid my Redbone coonhound mix Andie, a sweet girl, to rest January 9 2023 to rest. On January 27, 2023 we adopted Lucy, Pit/lab mix. Andie was 12 and raised by us since 3 months. Cremated, she is here with us. I still shed tears for her as we were really soul mates. It gets better, but you will always have flash memories of your loving pet. Just keep her in your memories and talk to her as you did when she was alive; I sure do even though I have adopted my next best best friend.
William Davis says
Hi, I just took in a little pit bull/ lab mix… fear that he would destroyed. I was told he was house broken and let him roam the house… but he had gone in the house. I then moved him with his crate into the bathroom and returned from work to war zone. He ripped part of the door frame and sheet rock of the wall. I was more heart broken than anything…really love this dog because he is very smart… with too much puppiness in him… he has to sleep in my bed right next to me. I need some help on training him so I won’t have ruined house… please help me.
Katherine Canon says
Toilet training (puppies can’t hold their pee for long unlike adult. Morning give yourself at least an 1 to 2 hours so you feed water and walk them. Before you leave home always let them outside (crate train) if weather is nice and have a fenced back yard (no holes walk around every day check before leave them in the back) let them stay in the back it’s good for them be outside instead stuck inside. Always leave them toys and (chew on large rawhide). Like the article says they like being with you so they look sad if leave them behind.
Anne says
A tired dog is a good dog. Exercise him with long, fast walks and lots of fetching balls and frisbees. If you’re gone all day at work, hire a dog walker for midday and maybe daycare once or twice a week.
D L says
Thanks for the helpful article!
Robert Geniti says
Hi… where can i find these types of puppies
My Name is Mud says
I have a 7 month old black lab / pit mix, adopted her at 4 months old. I’m not what one would consider a “dog person” and I am a complete “n00b” when it comes to training. Honestly, I don’t really like animals and didn’t want another mouth to feed. I had a spontaneous change of heart one night when the new “owner” returned her to my buddy who originally had the litter. This was a great decision!
From the first week I brought her home, I am absolutely amazed at how receptive she is to basic training plus her very calm temperament. She behaves better than most children (I love children) and seems to think she is people too. I didn’t really have to try very hard to teach her the basics; sit, stay, lay down, come, things of that nature. Incrementally, I see her getting better at it daily, from responding to remaining in a sit/stay/lay position even when I go out of sight and return. I’m dumbfounded that I was able to even get her to “sit”, let alone remain sitting until I return.
That’s not to say she’s perfect and listens 100%, she has her days of stubbornness and hyperactivity. Nevertheless, she’s not a very spastic or destructive dog and is extremely receptive to the cue “NO”; for instance, when she tries to eat the other dogs’ food, I give her a firm “NO” and she backs off. I’ll have baskets of clean laundry waiting to be folded and she doesn’t disturb it, for which I am thankful for.
My biggest struggle is getting her to not chase and jump on excited small children. She is a very gentle nipper, even in her most exuberant moments, so I’m less worried about bites than I am about general jumping and knocking the little ones over. I suppose that would be my only complaint, but it is to be expected and I’m slowly working to modify her behavior to ignore the kiddos when they are running and playing with each other and not the dog in particular. Usually I keep her away from the smaller children or try to redirect the response by having them play fetch or something a little less “contact sport”.
I’d rate the dog a 10/10. This is coming from somebody that really can’t stand dogs; that’s not to say I hate dogs or anything, so please don’t interpret that statement in an extreme manner.
Brenda says
I am adopting a 1-2 year old lab/ pit mix from a Shelter. I have read a lot of good things and now a lot of bad. We have 4 little Pugs at home and I am becoming concerned now. she is being transported to Iowa from Florida. She has been at the shelter on the Euthanasia list for 4 months. I fell in love with her when I seen her pic. I am hoping and praying for a good outcome as I am a little worried after reading some of the comments.
Jenny says
We have had a pitlab mix for over a year with my elderly beagle and pug. We got her a 8 weeks from a pound. She is super sweet with them and lives to play when they are willing. If they tell her “no” she backs down and licks them. We have had no issues at all with our dogs.
sj says
Hi brenda, how did you make out? in a similar situation
Kree says
Hi. SJ. I adopted a four month-old lab-pit mix a week ago yesterday. Two years ago to the day I rescued my chocolate beagle! She fell into our laps as we were leaving the dog park. A man with taped-together glasses walked up to us with her as my beagle and I were getting into the car. She was on a choke collar and chain, scared of her owner and emaciated, who asked if I knew anyone who would take her. I took one look at her said, “I’ll take that dog,” with the full intention of fostering her until I could find her a loving home with one of my buddies. Two seconds later, I put the extra collar leash from my trunk that I adopted my other dog in and named her. And I knew it was over right then! 😂 She was joining our little family. I’m telling you all this to say, despite obviously being abused by that man and neglected, she has made leaps and bounds improving in just one week’s time! Just as this guide to lab-pit mixes says, the is loyal, smart, friendly and eager to please. She’s also very energetic and a puppy yet. However, she tends to be very mellow about 75% of the time. The other 25%, she is extremely playful, which is adorable. My 30 pound beagle is a very patient “big” brother, but when he’s had enough of her goading, he’ll lightly growl, and she’ll back right off. Although she’s much bigger, she knows who’s boss! 😂 She’ll gently lick and clean him asking for his forgiveness. (Just like Jenny said above! Lol.) She’s super smart, so having seen how gentle am with him, she’s learned quickly. She also plays well with our neighbor’s even smaller dog, who is a beagle-mix and only about 20 pounds. That dog is much more playful than mine however, so they go at it chasing one another and generally playing around. Just as this article says, lab-pit mixes are smart, friendly, energetic dogs who need socialization and training (like all dogs.) The good part is their intelligence makes training easy. In just a short week’s time, my new rescue dog has gone from lightly growling while playing to not doing that. (Although she wasn’t actually being aggressive while growling, I wanted to nip the sound in the bud, because it can scare other dogs as well as their owners.) When my smaller adopted dog’s light growls don’t do the trick and make her leave him alone, he lets out a howl, and that works! She moves on to one of her tough toys or bones. I’ll be honest: Although I’d thought about rescuing a second (and final) dog over the past three months, I was completely against puppies and pit bulls or mixes, having been nipped by one that wasn’t properly trained. But now that I’m the mama of a lab-pit puppy, I’m amazed at how easy it is. (And this despite her abused and neglected past!) She takes right to women and kids, whether girls or boys. And we’ve worked a lot with men. I just have my buddies crouch down and pay her no mind when we meet up outside. And she will start checking them out from about fifteen feet away, all bashful yet curious. She eventually gets close enough to sniff them (again, still not touching her or even making eye contact.) Once she’s close enough to smell my buddies and sees they’re not hurting her (or me— she’s protective of me, which is good, because my beagle is the exact opposite!) she starts warming up. They’re then able to gently pet her butt (not her head, which most dogs prefer at first, especially rescue ones.) Lastly, the 75% of the time she’s very mellow, she and my beagle get along great! They’ve become fast siblings and friends. And the beagle has shown her the ropes as far sitting for treats, walking on a leash, and riding in the car, etc. They cuddle with each other. And have the same gotcha day/birthday. I’m really glad my beagle and I took the plunge and welcomed her into our home! You’re doing the right thing by mulling this big decision over and asking questions and seeking advice! How did it turn out? Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me with any questions or needed clarifications. I’m happy to help!
Katherine Canon says
Got a lab/pit
from animal shelter two days ago. They said she was skin and bones when they found her. She is still low weight but enjoys her meals and treats. True some think need those choke collars when all they need is a sturdy harness and lots of patience and training and socializing. I have had both a lab and a pit before so this is first have two in one.
Thomas Hynes says
I’ve always wanted a Labrabull it’s my 2 favorite dogs mixed and my naibor just got 1 she is the cutest thing and my kids and I love her we just got to work my wife up to getting 1 because she isn’t a pitbull fan but that’s because she got one along time ago from someone that was mean to it and didn’t know how to train it
Rhonda says
I adopted my Pitador, Baxter, from the SPCA on 6/18/18 at 9 months old. He had been abused and abandoned there along with his mother and 2 sisters. Baxter is especially scared of moving vehicles. He also still has a great deal of leash anxiety. i have 4 cats, but knew from the shelter that cats didn’t seem to bother him. Fast forward 9 months, they get along great and Baxter has never once toward the cats or humans been aggressive. He generally ignores anyone who walks in the door. He doesn’t even bark at the door bell. I take him to daycare ore camp as he knows it a couple days a week. This has helped tremendously with his socialization and confidence. He’s usually the first dog to go great a new camper. He is so loving, eager to please and very attached to me. I live alone and in the last month has truly become my shadow. He’s getting past so many of his anxieties. Patience and love and he’s the best boy ever!
Kree says
This warms my heart! ✨✨✨ Please see my similar experience posted above!
BG says
Hi, we have a 14 mo. old Labrabull rescue we got when she was 10 months. Very affectionate, extremely smart, & energetic all the time. Do see anxiety issues. I bought a flick stick & get her to drop the end with rewards. Constantly must train her. When I’m exhausted due to health issues, I put her on treadmill. Start out slow. She still is nipping….haven’t figured that one out but we will. These breeds need lots of attention & exercise.
Lucia says
Hi I have found a 6-7 month old Pitador. She’s been dumped on our property on 01/06/18 approximately 9am. I don’t know who she belongs to but when I picked her up in my arms she showed signs of being someone’s dog. I could also smell a woman’s perfume on her. She has scars on her face, foot and head. It looks like she was abused physically and definitely verbally as well. I’m keeping her with me and I given her, her first shots and dewormed her. She’s a sweetheart but she is a little aggressive. I’m training her right now so hopefully we can become good companions. I don’t know what her history is but I’m going to be working hard to get her to trust again and to be non aggressive.
Her mission is to meet 100 people adults and kids. As for now it’s on hold because of the biting.
Any advice for me. Her name is Alexandria
Carla says
I do like the Pitador name better than Labrabull.
I have a 8 week old Pitador and she is amazing. So lucky to be raising her young with Love.
Nancy says
My pit/lab, Goldilocks, has been the gentlest loving companion that anyone could ask for. She is nearing her 16th birthday and time is short. She has trained a golden retriever and chihauhau and has outlasted them all. Her days are short and she will be missed. So glad to have known her.
Evelyn Reyes says
I have a 4 1/2 year old Lab mix. Unfortunately I need to rehome but haven’t had any luck. He needs a great home with someone who has patience with him as he is anxious, nervous but very loving and a quick leaner. I don’t have time or money to train him. He is a great dog and deserves a happy home.
Kris says
I have a 5 week rescue. He is starting to get to know my Shih tzus but playing a bit rough. Will this make him aggressive and should I be concerned?
megan says
I have a brother and sister who are almost a year, the female has always loved to play rough but we taught her when it was okay, and she’s very very smart about picking up our body language and calming down when it’s time.
Raquel says
6 my chocolate Labrabull is out of control. King knows his commands but seems to choose when to listen. He also still bites at hands and recently began jumping up on us I don’t like it. And training methods I’ve used with past dogs either don’t work or make it worse. Can someone please point me to a great training school. King and I are in Tulsa Oklahoma and would greatly appreciate your advice. —King is also my emotional support animal and has started showing signs of separation anxiety. I try to be with him all the time but can only handle so much jumping and biting before I have to put him away from me.
-Pit Mom in Need
Pippa Mattinson says
Hi Raquel, please join the forum for help with your dog!
Shannon Powers says
I’m in over my head and don’t know what options are. My 4 mth old lab turns out is pit lab mix. She has shown signs of aggression I believe taught by me out of ignorance. When she is good she has an unbelievably sweet sweet temperament. You can sense her loyalty. She shows signs of submissiveness. I am scared because I can’t stay with her all day. Socializing regularly is not an option. I fear this will have negative consequences later as she matures. She obeys commands when she chooses. She is a rescue So I don’t know her parents. I think I need to rehome her. But it breaks my heart because she is so sweet. I can’t believe I’m saying this but I actually told her more than once that I love her. Because she is such a sweet dog. But the responsibility in danger factor is too great.
caslynn says
Hi! Mine benefits greatly from exercise. It immensely affects her mood and makes her more calm / loving. Also treats became my bff. She loves them and it is the only way she would learn.. by positive reinforcement. When I separated myself from her when she was being bad it made things a LOT worse.
Peter says
Our pitador is a rescue – about a year old and only 38 pounds when we got her, with ear mites, and other issues. A year later she is a beautiful 55 pounds with glossy coat, and well behaved. Part of the “secret” is she learned from our other older dog (a hound mix), which makes basic training so much easier. She also loves the beach, and once she watched our other dog Trudy swim to get a ball, decided to enjoy it too. She is not the most proficient swimmer (tends to splash a lot) so we don’t throw the ball more than 5 yards out, but she loves it. I have had several dogs of different breeds, and she is the friendliest of them all.
Kim says
I rescued a lab/pittie mix and she is amazing. She’s about 1-2 years old they think, and the most beautiful loving goof ball. She does get destructive if left alone so unfortunately she has to go in a crate, but she’s gotten used to it now and is ok. The big thing is doggy daycare. She goes three times a week for the day and plays and plays all day and she is exhausted at night. Can be pricey, but cheaper than child daycare and worth every single penny. I would highly recommend it for a socialized happy dog.
Vicki says
We have a black lab pit mix. He is so wonderful! Very high energy and very affectionate. He thinks he’s a lap dog. He has high prey drive and will chase squirrels all day. He is very smart and training has been very smooth. He does tend to be quite possessive of his people so we have to be cautious when children are over. He does bark when people come to the door, but not excessively. If we are away from the house for more than a few hours without him, he can be mischievous so we try to take him with us as often as possible. He loves the beach, but fears the water. He does enjoy his baths though. He is very obedient but we have to be consistent. If we bend the rules once, the training is out the window. Just about the best dog ever!
Augustine Gonzalez says
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Jason the dog says
I have a yellow lab pit mix. He’s 11 months old and just goes and goes! But is very fast to learn tricks, actually if I don’t train him everyday he starts getting naughty and needs physicals and mental stimulation. Hard work! Can’t wait until he grow s up
Carolyn says
We bought our dog on Craigslist, no papers. Not so smart I know. We were told she was a lab / border collie mix. We have moved 2x since( military). We had here trained at Mans best Friend and the trainer said she looked like a plot hound because of her curly tail?? Anyway… we have moved again and she has snapped at a couple people and is a little aggressive with her toys and food. I’ve noticed the pictures of lab/ Pitt and she looks an awful like that?? I’m worried about aggressiveness at her age . She’s 4. What should I do? I love her but am worried.
Michelle Wright says
My brothers dog is 8 months pit/lab he is outta control no matter what we use for reward for good behavior or how we do punishment for bad behavior he does not listen then wants to jump and bite wen yu point an tell him no he eats the furniture walls floor watever he can wat can we do
Jason the dog says
They have so much energy you need to do puppy lessons and lots of walks/runs to tire them out. Then they behave.
R.W says
All puppies are crazy and love to play. Mix black/white pittlab or whatever…? is the best friend anyone could have omg soooooo SMART unbelievable how smart with no training just lots of love and attention we talk to her as if she were a person not an animal. What I’m trying to say loving caring people parents = loving caring smart doggie.