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gpeade
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Feb 21, 2019

question about camping with a pittbull

The wife and I just bought a camper and want to get back into camping. This time around we have two dogs. Both are rescue "mutts" and one is part Pitt. First campground I called to make a reservation won't allow him because he is a "dangerous" breed. If any of you own bulls you know the BS and aggravation that goes along with this.
My question for you guys is this...what is your experiences with different campgrounds? Now I know I can say he isn't a Pitt but do campgrounds generally ask for vaccination records? These state he is a Pitt-mix so I can't hide it then.

How do those of you with larger dogs deal with this issue?

Thanks

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  • downtheroad's avatar
    downtheroad
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    Feb 21, 2019
    Never have been asked for any vac. records for our girls....(Brittany's)
    Camp in public campgrounds like state, county or federal and there will be no restrictions.

    Private campgrounds and their insurance carriers my be a problem...breed restrictions and even size restriction...

    ...and for certain, follow the basic pet rules - leashes, pick up poop, barking and yapping, etc.
  • bob213's avatar
    bob213
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    Feb 21, 2019
    Our last dog was a Red Nose Pit and we experienced breed discrimination in private campgrounds. It's their insurance carrier that has a list of about 10 dogs deemed dangerous. State and Fed. parks never gave us a problem. We carried his vaccination papers, but have never been asked for them. Next time you get your vaccinations try going somewhere else and list him as a "terrier mix". That helped with our first Pit. Good luck and thank you for rescuing your dogs.

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