by ChadScott

3. Leashed and Uncomfortable

If your current dog or the American Pit Bull Terrier is uncomfortable, nervous, lunging, or growling at the other dog, walk past one another on opposite sides of the row. Provide treats as you walk by to keep the attention on you and not on the other dog. Start to decrease the distance between the two. Eventually you will be able to give a treat to the dog you are handling and toss one to the other dog. This will help them learn that there is no threat. Some dogs will instantly be fine after one very slow intro. In some cases, you may need to give both a break and try again in a while. They will recognize one another, and eventually get used to being in the presence of one another.