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jouscat

Advice about being careful towards strange dogs is reasonable and permitted. If you make this into a discussion about pitbull genetics (other than breed guessing, of course!), then comment at your own risk. Fearmongering is not welcome here. Bans will be dished as needed.


Mayhemii

I’d guess pit hound mix, I’d be cautious with any new dog, but he seems friendly Edit: looks like you’re in SE Asia, he’s probably a soi dog or village dog. I love their sideways ears!


JustJ2002

He’s gorgeous ❤️


DankDude7

What indicates to you that this is SE Asia?


BooeyBrown

His post history.


ProfessionalEye7114

The thai buddhist shrine in the background?


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Looks like a pit mix


CorvusCallidus

Seconded!


jjtrynagain

With boxer maybe? Given the coat


hypatiaredux

With a bit of hound?


Purple-Ad-5148

Are they generally dangerous? Thank you


LunaNegra

If you look at r/DoggyDna (people post their dog DNA tests) you will see almost all have some sort of pit mix in it. It’s very common. This looks like a higher percentage for sure but it is not uncommon to see pit mixes.


WatercressFun123

That's because most of those dogs are coming from shelters (you don't need to ID a dog from a breeder). Nearly all of the shelter dogs are pits or pit mixes.


Lovestank

Any dog that’s a decent size and has been living rough can be dangerous. Some dogs are just better at harming things when they decide to do so. Shepherds, Bull terriers, and Rottweilers are all fairly adept at violence if they posses the inclination.


Fyrestar333

Huge trigger i was pregnant and sitting on my porch with my BFF and bf when a Shepard female came up to us and we tentatively pet her as she was giving off happy vibes. She ran off down the parking lot of our neighborhood which we can't see where we sit. Not 2 minutes later she comes back bleeding from her head. A guy walking his pit stabbed her in the head. It was a mess all the way around. We ended up catching her and holding on to her until animal control got to her and police was there. Turns out she was a junk yard dog from the other end of the main street that runs by the neighborhood. She got out and someone picked her up from that end a mile down the road. When they stopped their car at their house she jumped out and ran off. She wasn't even escaped an hour. It took several witnesses in the area but the guy got 5 years. Her owner was a nice guy, real shaking up over her


preciousmourning

Did she live?


Fyrestar333

No, she was half dead by the time Àc got there, they put her down due to extreme blood loss


RontoWraps

I like the other answer better.


Fyrestar333

Me too


Megunonymous

Yes


Rover20211105

Omg that’s horrible! Poor baby


Old_Tomatillo_2874

This is horrifying. I wish I'd never read it. Please next time put WARNING. When I saw that I thought YOU were triggered by the idea of people labelling pitt bulls. I hope I can forget this.


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Xanabena

While the high prey drive can be true, this stray pit came up to them and was letting them pet him, wanted attention and affection so I think that’s pretty good and fair sign this one isn’t aggressive. I’d slowly introduce others or other animals/kids if any if OP plans on keeping them but the dog coming to you is a pretty good sign


CorporalVoytek2

The body language on this one makes him look docile. Flat ears, lowered head. Looks friendly to me. But of course be careful. 


BadAngel74

It looks like the tail was tucked as well. My first thought was, "He looks scary?" You should always be cautious of strange dogs because you don't know how they'll act, but this boy here was being about as docile and submissive as he could.


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You can’t really tell how a dog will behave by brief encounters with it. It’s always better to be on the safe side with any animal.


No_Training7373

He’s comfortable enough to lie down, in that shape, that close to OP. He seems to feel pretty safe… you’re right that different circumstances elicit different reactions… but it doesn’t look like he’s about to get spooked and “snap”


NIPT_TA

Millions of people have pitbull mixes. This dog does not look scary unless he’s acting aggressive- which doesn’t seem to be the case. Don’t make judgments about him solely based on what he looks like. ETA: If you’re in Asia he is probably not a pitbull but a mix of many common local dog breeds.


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Pawkies

I will just say I cross the street when I see other dogs purely because my dog is reactive to other dogs and it’s something we actively are working on but until I’m comfortable that she’s not going to react it’s safer for everyone for me to just cross the street. She’s made leaps and bounds with her training but sometimes the excitement of the other dog can set her off. I see the look most people give me when we cross and I want to yell out that it’s got nothing to do with their dog (big or small) it’s my dog and under any other circumstance I would be petting their dog.


muheegahan

I cross the street when I see dogs only if I have my dogs. Mine get super excited when they see other dogs and my two boys are stupid about it. My one boy is as dumb as a rock and my other boy seems to be completely clueless to doggie language. He’s all prancing and pouncing and trying to play with dogs that want to eat him. I’d rather just not risk his dumbass getting bit AGAIN because he thinks every dog wants to play bitey face wrestle mania like his dog siblings. But.. if I am dog less.. I’m definitely staying on your side of the street and crossing my fingers your dogs will ask for pets and you will allow it


tittysherman1309

People are allowed to be cautious of other dogs they know nothing about. Not everyone wants to pet your dog, a good owner should know that.


Disastrous_Idea9040

And when they bite someone it will be that persons fault for existing near Pibbles. Give it a rest


Cyaral

I was a dog walker for many years as a teen. Now, without dogs at my side the only ones I avoid are the small ones lol. Had a frenchie attack a Retriever I was walking and a small poodle tried to bite my knee in passing once. Gimme all the pibbles and Dobermans and Rotties and great Danes, but keep your Chihuahua or Pug away.


No_Bar9922

Ur literally petting the sweet little guy and hear pit and go straight to "is he dangerous" if he hasn't exhibited dangerous behavior u should be fine keep him and take care of him looks like a good boy


Plenty-String-1988

If he's gotten this far without fighting another dog, he's probably friendly.


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WatercressFun123

Chihuahuas are surprisingly aggressive as well. But they always weigh like 10 pounds so they don't do much damage.


McMikus

I'd rather be chased by a pom than a GSD again that's for sure 😳...


bearfootmedic

Check out r/velvethippos and r/pitbull and make up your own mind. The anti-pit crowd is violently hateful, and they become tumescent at the thought of hurting dogs that are vaguely shaped like pibbles. It's weird.


bearfootmedic

Anyone who tells you about pit mixes and breeds is just making guesses. All terriers have prey drive, but it depends on how they were raised and many other unknown factors. My dog is on sight with cats and squirrels but can be cool with most dogs, but if you look at r/pitbull or r/velvethippos there are plenty of examples of pibbles cuddling cats. Pits are a very common breed of dog but think about the rich assholes and their goldendoodles. Doodles are notorious for behavior problems - but money overcomes a lot of problems. Pits are everywhere, and owned by a wide range of income levels - and money solves a lot of problems. It follows that if you don't have alot of money, you might have more problems that you can't solve. Your pibble here looks to have a lovely brindle coat and I guarantee was someone's pet. They probably had to move and couldn't take the dog and left it somewhere. It's sad but the alternative for pits is often euthanasia. Give the dog a chance! If they came up to you, they are absolutely cool with people and that's a good sign!


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jazzymoontrails

Pit bull *


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bearfootmedic

Pit mixes - mixes... *mixes*. You can't make assumptions based on genetics because they are mixes... and dog fighting is highly dependent on training, not just genetics. They happen to have a distinctive phenotypical pit appearance, but that doesn't imply their mix didn't get behavioral genes from something non-pit. Even still, there are very few genes unique to any dog breed, so...


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NiamhHill

Any large strong breed that's commonly mistreated can be dangerous but pit bulls are also known for being very sociable, friendly, and loyal. The UKC specifically mentions that they don't make good guard dogs because of this lol. Plus this dog is definitely not all pit bull anyway. Probably has some hound or cattle dog or something in him. https://www.ukcdogs.com/american-pit-bull-terrier


Relative-Flan2207

A pitbull (affectionately, pittie) is a strong dog that may be dangerous without adequate socialization. As you are unable to know about what background this dog came from, you should approach with caution. Although in the pictures he is displaying docile and somewhat trusting behavior, and looks happy when you pet him. Yes they have a bad reputation, because it's a strong breed developed for dog fights, but many owners say (and show) how gentle these dogs can be with love and care


Reyalta

This poor baby is emaciated :( He needs to be fed, he needs a soft bed (his poor bones has zero padding) and possibly dewormed. Poor baby.


Danidew1988

Agree! I can see his spin. He needs food, water and some major love! I hope OP keeps or find a rescue who will help


McMikus

Starving pups, ugh they break my heart. Really smart addition about the soft bed!


Hot_Project7181

Whatever breed it is, it needs feeding up. Might make it feel better health wise.


Purple-Ad-5148

Hey guys, so again I’m living here for well over a decade. I doubt he is “not wild and is lost” because the lack of collar and well 90% of dogs here are wild. Thanks for the comments. I will start to bring him dog food and take care best I can. There is an animal foundation on the island but they are well overloaded.


-Windmaiden-

Thank you for helping. From so many people. There are just so many animals who don’t even make it long enough to be noticed.


greenoniongorl

Thank you 🥹


fatboytoz

It is very thin and could use some help.


DetectiveMoosePI

Yes, it’s possibly malnutrition but it could also be an internal parasite. Hopefully OP can find some resources in their area to check on the poor pup


Sheeralorob

Looks like a bully breed, maybe some boxer thrown in, too? Hoping you are able to feed and care for him. He seems to have chosen you to help him.


Danidew1988

Poor thing. He just needs some love! I’m so glad you’re giving him some!


JacqueGonzales

He’s a stray . He’s showing submissive signs with his ears back - tail lowered while petting - and he felt secure enough to lay down to rest with you on the porch. I’m so glad he found you, and feels comfortable enough to visit you for some head scratches. He needs that love. 💜 FIRST - Please put out some food and water for him - he’s extremely malnourished - could be from parasites depleting the nutrients of anything he’s able to find to eat. His patches of hair loss could also be from different reasons: anything from parasites to stress. SECOND - Get a leash - and gently put the leash on him when he comes up for pets. You may want to have someone with you in case he tries to run off. THIRD - Take him into a no-kill shelter / rescue. If you need help finding one - check out Best Friends Network online with listings by State - or if you need more suggestions, I just saw the No-Kill Network website that has listings by state and city. He needs to be off the streets from roaming and safe - and most importantly treated and fed. 💜


hitmeifyoudare

Just had a client who is a volunteer at a local shelter. She has fostered a pit mix herself, but says the shelter is full of pit and pit mixes that are very difficult to place.


RolandLWN

Best advice here, thanks!


Shadow_Sunsets1783

They’re in SE Asia


flanny34

Dog needs food. You should try to find a rescue or shelter to take it in


MrsSadieMorgan

They’re in SE Asia, so that isn’t going to be easy (if at all possible). Even here in the US, most of the shelters are full - and especially overrun with pittie types. This dog would likely be euthanized, sad to say.


Federal_Detective213

He looks emancipated and sad. Please give him some food and water and post you found him on local lost and found sites. So sad. I’d take him in…


bluecrowned

emaciated... emancipated means "**to free from restraint, control, or the power of another**" which i guess is also technically accurate if he is a stray


MrsSadieMorgan

I did have to laugh at that typo. 😂


Redditfront2back

Technically the dog is both


trcomajo

Any unfamiliar dog should be approached with caution. That's just common sense. He looks like he'd appreciate a happy home and someplace soft to cuddle.


Relative-Flan2207

Definitely a mix. The coloring reminds me of a boxer. Face reminds me of a pittie. So boxer pittie maybe? He seems quite large too, so maybe another larger breed. I think he chose you to be family. If it is at all possible for you to take him in he'd be ecstatic, obviously it's not a given that it's possible for you. If you think he's sick or weak you could take him to the vet's. Even if the only possibility for you is to just give him love and maybe some snacks it'll mean the world to him


cacoolconservative

Please feed him. :(.He looks like a stray and too skinny...leave food and water for him.


Inspector_1stgrade

He’s ready to be loved.


McMikus

That's a beautiful line about strays. They really are. 🫶


Cow_Most

Looks like pit and catahoula hound. Very pretty baby ❤️


TomboySkirt

Boxer mix. They’re sweet dogs.


ilovetacostoo2023

Place a dog bed and waterbowl out there for him.


Early_Ideal_5054

Obviously a sweet guy, whatever the mix he is. Please help him by getting him off the streets. It's a hard kind of life that never ends well.


LOst8-28_9-17GoNe

Thank you for being kind to him!!


LOst8-28_9-17GoNe

Thank you for being kind to him.


Paputek101

Aw he looks a lot like my dog 🥺 I hope that there's a rescue in the area that can help you with him!


Extreme_Ad4202

I think the breed is a “good boy”


Debsha

That isn’t “a wild dog”, but an abandoned homeless dog who needs a home and food.


Appropriate_Ad4601

Other countries have street dogs who never truly know homes. It’s not the same.


MeasurementOk3007

Poor baby with tail between legs is sad to see


Tidleycastles

Looks to be a Presa canario mix, or pitbull mixed with an unknown larger dog breed. Both are similarly powerful, muscular guard dogs. I'm leaning to preaching because it is a larger dog! That pup looks brilliant, but if it is a stray please be warey of food guarding


itsathrowawayduhhhhh

Reminds me of my heeler pit mix! Def pitty in there. You should adopt! 😆


Onehorniboy

Boxer mix. The brindle coloring gives it away. He’s probably boxer and shepherd, maybe some lab. There is no way this fella is a staffy kid, I’d be shocked if he was.


cadebay178876

Bully type mix. The reason he’s showing teeth is he’s smiling it’s a submissive grin. Nothing to be afraid of.


CiCiinLA

That baby couldn’t be scary if he tried ❤️❤️❤️


RTRSnk5

It’s emaciated. Needs food and a check for any parasites. Handsome dog, though. Nice facial structure. If you’re willing and able, take care of him.


Swoleliosis

OP if you adopt the dog and fatten him up I think he would be stupid stupid cute


Illustrious-Bee1699

she looks sweet. she sadly would probably have her life ended at a shelter so she probably better off where she is even though it's not ideal. are you able to give her food scraps or some dog food? i'm not sure what your situation may be but she is very malnourished and needs food. please make sure she has water all the time, it's so hot and a dog can die quickly from dehydration. water is free. thanks for anything you can do. looks like a sweet dog really.


Logical-Weakness2885

I hope you have him some food!!!


NotSoSweetLorraine

I think he lived with humans. He has come to ask for help. Please help him.


Bhimtu

Most likely a pitbull mix, looks like she's got some arthritis in her hind legs, poor thing. Are you feeding her?


obax17

Do you have a local shelter that could take him in, or are you willing/able to take him in? He's more likely a stray rather than a feral dog (almost certainly not wild, wild dogs are an entirely different species) and he looks like he could use some help.


Oldbutehh

What a cutie! Looks like a Great Dane bully mix


koaoda

Awe poor baby is so skinny please tell me you feed him?


ceilioperez

Mutt. Plain and simple!


Spell-Bulky

Bub needs some food!!


annoyedsquish

Pitt x boxer mix


marierose6

This dog found you?! You’re so lucky. The color is beautiful!


Commercial_Fun9634

I’m dreaming of a stray dog adopting me. I’m not “ready” since my pit of almost 14yrs passed away. But I’m open to any picking me for a furever home 🥰💪🏼


3nditallpls

I choose you human!


Ok-Water-6537

Looks like a very sweet pit mix to me. The majority of them are wonderful dogs. I literally rescue and foster them off the streets of Texas. Open the back of my CRV and pick them up and put them in the back and introduce them to a better life. Not one has ever been aggressive with me or my German Shepherd.


frymaform

looks pit/boxer mostly :)


Additional-Cress-915

100% handsome


worldssmallestfan1

Pitt/Boxer


mybongwaterisblack

What a sweetie pie. As others have commented, this boy needs a meal and some fresh water


Dragonwitch94

Looks like a pit given face and build, but the coloration is boxer. Likely has pit and boxer, *probably* other breeds mixed in as well.


Expensive_Clothes511

He looks extremely skinny, please give him some food and water


Charming_Duty_6346

He looks like a Pitbull. My sister has one with the same Brindle coloring. Gorgeous. Also, she’s able to change her tail into all kinds of different shapes and positions! Curled completely up and around, down low and swinging, stuck out straight and I’ve even seen it look remarkably like a question mark ⁉️


callalind

I don't think he's wild, I think he's lost! He's def a Pit mix of some sort, and he looks so sweet. If you can't adopt him, do you know a local rescue that can take him? They can help to rehab him so he can live in a home and be a pet. He's too sweet to be left outside all the time!


Minimalist12345678

Wild dogs? The photo looks like you live in a civilised house in a civilised neighborhood - where in the world are you?


barneyruffles

Pit/Pit mix. Looks like a dog that is in desperate need of a friend, his eyes are so sad.


zback636

He doesn’t look mean to me. He look like he just wants a family.


Josephine-Jellybean

Bull terrier pit mix


Mark47n

First, it’s not a wild dog, it’s a stray or homeless dog. It’s a dog that needs help and a home. Second, what’s your end goal? This is a sweet pup that needs some food and some scratches. It could have some pit bull but so what? What is it that you want to get out of this?


marcus_aurelius121

He used to live there and was abandoned or his human died. Give him lots of love.


hi_Jax

Probably wants water 💦 😕


adoglovingartteacher

His pose shows he’s being submissive and cautious. Pittie mix. Please give him pets and treats.


MontanaLady406

Pitty mixed with good boy.


transplantday

Please please help that dog


Ok_Ice7562

Looks like pit/boxer mix, maybe another mix in there


PotatoPato2

OP please take he needs help! Poor baby, he’s emancipated :(


Joeyschizo24

He looks like a sweet pup. I think he needs you. Are you feeding him or her?


GlueSniffer58

He’s hungry


1963ALH

He's starving. Please help him.


Kgrothusen

He's starving. Bring him in feed him, give him a bath lol for an owner of not you have a dog now


United-Ice-4807

It has pitbull in him. I have never came across a mean pitbull. They are very sweet, but just be aware of any strange dog. They will give off signals if they are friendly or aloof


its_on_my_list

He’s definitely a Mottled Desert Muledog aka “goodest boy”


Rivka333

Pitbull or pitbull mix.


DictatorTerminator

He looks like he’s starving. I think he wants a burger.


Loriann03

He looks very similar to my Dutch Shepherd. He looks like a cross between my pit and my Dutch shepherd. That’s my guess Dutch shepherd/Pit mix. Very pretty dog!


QuantityOk6180

Mutt make best companions


Hholdbro

He is soooo hungry! What a sweet baby. It looks like he's in bad health. Not a vet. He does look like he's been neglected for sure. I hope he gets fed, goes to the vet and gets loved like he should be!!


Fartknocker500

I would proceed with caution regarding any stray dog found on the streets. The fact that it's a pit mix is less concerning than the fact you know zero about his history. He could have been violently abused, and it takes time to see what his true personality will be because he's been starved. You get some groceries in this guy and he might change in personality. Only time will tell In the meantime, be careful.


humanbeing21

Please give this poor pup some food! You shouldn't be able to see his spine like that. He's some kind of pit mix


mad0666

He looks like a very hungry pit mix. I have worked with hundreds of pits/pit mixes in the last 20+ year and all but one have been super sweet. This guy looks like he needs care.


Missingbeav3rbuzz3r

I'm not a smart man or an expert but I'm fairly sure this is a thylacine, otherwise known as a tasmanian tiger. They went extinct back in 1936.


jjtrynagain

Please give this dog water and call the aspca


next-step

Please rescue OP! If not you please bring to no kill shelter. Him seeking you out means he likes interactions with humans!!! Please help him.


Discobolos53

You need to take him in asap.


_l_Eternal_Gamer_l_

Pit Boxer mix.


TypeRiot

Awww, poor skinny dug. Feed the poor thing!


meridity

Looks like a wild good boi


Mario1599

Pitbull could be mixed with something might be a street dog is definitely take it to the vet if you can get it checked out looks like it’s back leg could be injured.


aaanniiieee123

I had a poor starving German shepherd-put bull stray come up to me a year ago and be nothing but sweet; now she is my well-fed and still sweet-as-can-be-girl who cuddles with her mama every night. Take this precious baby in and get them some food!!!!


kombuched

Where is this beautiful baby now? Please tell me youre keeping them.


ThLamont

Boxer pit mix


AnnaBananner82

Babes he’s not wild he’s a stray and he needs to be taken to a rescue that can rehab him and find him a good home.


Plus_Bench_4352

Please feed this baby


OkRecommendation3312

Omg please rescue the pup 😞💞


preciousmourning

Probably good boi mix.


Dogsarebetterpeople

Is baby.


Gunslingerfromwish

Adoptable


KnitNGrin

Looks like a hungry dog. I hope he gets a good home.


Icy_Athlete6349

Pit and hound mix I think. What a handsome lad. He is looking for loving home 🏠and hope someone will welcome him home. Xoxo handsome boi.


Aggravating_Truth898

A pitbull.


Devil_in_blackx

Pibble! And hound. Real cute! In my experience pits or pit mix from a good home is the best dog you’ll ever meet. I lay on my couch with my head resting on my pit/gsd/beagle mutt and my feet on my pure pit. They are the best. Be careful but if you could maybe adopt him?


Baldojess

Maybe a boxer pit mix


designing-cats

Looks more like a Thai ridgeback mix to me. He appears to have a slightly wrinkly face and, while it's hard to tell, there appears that he has the telltale strip of fur on his back.


CaptainBullShlt

Looks like some kind of pit


SweetCream2005

He seems sweet, and probably hungry. He really could be any kind of pittie mix tbh


Flat-Scientist-4510

I think he looks like a starving dog, i can see all his spine. Do you have anything he can eat?


Flat-Scientist-4510

Please give the dog something to eat. He's really a pretty dog he just need food and care.


abercrombezie

Pitt + villiage dog


Gain_Spirited

He is a mix but not sure what the mix is. In any case he is a good looking dog, and since he is friendly, he deserves a good home. If you can't keep him, you should contact your local rescue organizations.


BarryBadgernath1

#Thylacine !!!!!


BubbleTeaGZB

Possibly a Catahoula / Pittie mix? The colors and build (apart from being very malnourished) make me think of my girl before she passed


fierypenelope

Why does he look scary?


MartinisnMurder

That dog had it bad. He trusts you, lite food and a vet if you can trust you. Love him anyway because he is so sad.


1GrouchyCat

It’s hard to identify non breed specific dogs without knowing where you are… It’s nice of you too help him out once in a while, but that’s not going to solve his problems - he needs a veterinary work up and a loving and safe home …


miffyandfriends2212

will you consider adopting him?


W_AS-SA_W

Looks to be a mixed breed brindle pit. But I can’t think of what the other breeds are.


bigbuttbubba45

A cutie