Pitweiler Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Pitweiler is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Stubborn
Independent
Clownish
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Fearless
Good-natured

Pitweiler dogs are not heavy shedders, but they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Pitweiler. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

The Pitweiler dog is one of the best choice if you want a good watchdog. This breed will keep watch over you and your family at all times. This breed takes this task seriously and will typically perform its guarding duty with little to no training. This dog will require obedience training, or you can consider guard dog training to sharpen its skills.

Rottweiler, American Pit Bull Terrier

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Brown

Black

Black
Brindle
Blue
Fawn
Brown
Sable
Red
White

Pitweilers are known for their short coat.

Straight

A Pitweiler can have a litter of 8-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Pitweiler dogs generally adapt well to changes in lifestyle and different living environments, but it is considered as an average level of adaptability compared to other breeds.

The Pitweiler is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Demodectic Mange
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Subaortic Stenosis
Cerebellar Abiotrophy (Ataxia)

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Pancreatitis
Cleft Lip or Palate
Zinc Responsive Dermatosis
Neuroaxonal Dystrophy
Atopy Dermatitis
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Genetic Testing
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Pitweilers are known for their high energy levels, so if you're looking for a more low-key dog, this breed may not be the best choice.

Pitweiler have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Pitweiler dog needs significant physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. They are also well-suited for those who lead an active lifestyle and enjoy activities such as running, hiking, or other outdoor pursuits.

Pitweilers dogs are tend to sleep less than other breeds, but they still require adequate sleep to maintain good health.

Pitweilers tend to bark moderately, they bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or to communicate something. They may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Playing fetch, Going for walks, Fetch, Play, Chase, Walking, Going on drives, Running, Runing,playing, Play keep away, Training, Walk, Cuddles, Tug of war, Sneak a boo

Pitweilers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pitweiler, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pitweilers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Pitweiler is a breed of dog that does not require extensive grooming.

Pitweiler should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 85-100 pound (39 - 45 kg) Pitweiler feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Pitweiler is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pitweiler is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Pitweiler breed is considered highly intelligent and very easy to train.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

Pitweilers are dogs that do well in apartments with sufficient exercise, but they would really appreciate a small yard.

Pitweilers are average friendly dogs towards children.

Pitweilers are below average friendly toward cats. But with the right training and socialization, Pitweilers can be good with cats,

Pitweilers are not dog friendly dogs.

Pitweilers are below average friendly around strangers. Keen of eye and sharp of tongue, most Pitweilers are very quick to announce strangers at the door. Once the visitor comes in, some Pitweilers will be friendly and outgoing. But many others have the standoffish or suspicious towards strangers.

The Pitweiler is a playful dog. So, no matter how busy the day may get, the best thing you can do for your Pitweiler is to make time each day to play. It can be as little as 15-20 minutes, and it will mean the world to them.

Pitweiler dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.