Blue Nose Pitbull: Breed Information, Pictures, Characteristics

Blue Nose Pitbulls are rare American Pit Bulls with beautiful blue-grey noses and are simply a bloodline that carries this recessive feature rather than a separate dog breed.

The specific genetic trait is a recessive one, and it causes this specific and very interesting pigmentation of the nose of these dogs.

Being so rare and beautiful, these dogs are often referred to as “blue lust” alongside the blue-coated pit bulls because of the increasing demand of fanciers and owners to buy or adopt dogs with this specific feature.

Often, the dogs with this trait also have stunning blue eyes and brindle coloring, making them stand out from the crowd even more.

Some Blue Nose Pit Bulls actually have red or incomplete blue noses, but they are still considered to be of the Blue Nose type.

What makes this specific lineage of Pitbulls even more popular is the belief that they are more docile than other Pitbulls. Still, while they are gentle with people, they may not always get along with other family pets and are also prone to some health problems, which you should know about before adding a Blue Nose Pitt Bull to your family.

You can read on to find out more about this popular dog type, what makes it so special, and what to expect if adopting a Blue Nose Pit Bull.

Basic characteristics

• Canine breed group: Terrier dogs
• Height at the shoulder: 1’5″ – 1’7″
• Average weight: 30 – 85 lbs.
• Average lifespan: 12 – 16 years
• Coat color: grey, blue, silver, brindle, and often it is combined with blue eyes and a blue nose

Overview of the Blue Nose Pitbull breed

As mentioned above, the most specific trait of the Blue Nose Pitbull is its rare bluish-grey hue of the nose, coat, eyes, skin, and toenails. A similar lineage of strangely colored Pit bulls is the Red Nose Pitbull, which has a red nose, skin, toenails, and eyes.

The striking blue-grey color of these dogs results from breeding two parents with recessive genes and the same coat coloring. Crossing two dogs with the same recessive genes by accident is pretty rare. Due to the growing interest in dogs of this type, many breeders cross parents only of this type to produce Blue Nose Pit Bull puppies.

The recessive gene in these dogs reduces melanin production, which is the determining natural pigment for the skin color and is responsible for sun tanning in people.

It is essential to understand that these dogs are actually American Pitbull terriers rather than a separate breed. The American Kennel Club does not recognize the Blue Nose Pit Bull as a separate breed.

History of the Blue Nose Pitbull

Blue Nose Pit bulls are American Pit Bull Terriers with special genetic pigmentation features that make their noses blue.

Like all American Pit Bull terriers, these dogs are preferred companions and family dogs today, even though they were originally bred to be “bait” for bulls and for use as farm dogs.

Since they are very gentle with children, these dogs soon began moving into their humans’ homes and acted as nannies rather than working or guarding dogs.

They are agile, strong, and tenacious companion dogs that are often excellent competitors in agility, obedience, and other dog sports.

When the English settlers brought their bull terriers to the US in the 19th century, they began growing these dogs bigger and stronger. In 1898 these dogs were named American Bull terriers. In the 1930s, the American Kennel Club finally recognized this breed under the name American Staffordshire terrier. This change was made to separate the breed from the pit-fighting and bull-baiting blood sport past of its ancestors.

If you are not sure what the difference between all of the pit bulls is, here is a brief overview of all of them:

The American Pit Bull Terrier is a breed officially recognized by the United Kennel Club and the American Dog Breeders Association.

The American Staffordshire Terrier – is a breed that the American Kennel Club officially recognizes.

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier – this breed is officially recognized by both the American Kennel Club and by the United Kennel Club.

All three have similar characteristics because they have descended from the same ancestors. They are all in the terrier dog group and were bred originally for bull-baiting.

The Blue Nose Pitbull is an American Pit Bull terrier that is more genetically variable than officially recognized by the AKC American Staffordshire Terrier.

The size of the Blue Nose Pitbull

Blue Nose Pit Bulls weigh between 30 to 50 lbs. and are very strong dogs. Due to their heritage, they are very stubborn when it comes to challenges with other dogs and animals, which is why you should socialize and train the dogs from this breed meticulously and consistently from a very early age.

The personality of the Blue Nose Pitbull

Unfortunately, due to pit bulls’ bad rep, they are banned in some countries and are not recognized as official breeds by certain official canine organizations. The truth is that Pit bulls are not guard dogs, and despite how strong and intimidating they may look, the chances are that your Blue Nose Pitbull would play with an intruder rather than defend its territory and attack somebody.

They are very loyal dogs but do not have protective or strong territorial instincts.

The Pitbulls are friendly pups who love humans and are prone to interact well with their human families and complete strangers.

This is why they are unsuitable if you are looking for a watchdog for your home or property.

These playful and comical dogs are rather expressive and have human-like expressions that help them communicate their feelings and needs with their human parents and friends.

Their strong emotionality can lead to more complex behavior and stubbornness. Still, with sufficient and timely training and discipline, these emotional outbursts can be curbed before they become reckless and will help the dog understand that such behavior is not tolerated.

Blue Nosed Pit bulls are very gentle with children and are perfect nanny dogs. They may not be reliable watchdogs, but they are true and loving friends.

To take care of the emotional needs of these sensitive animals, you will need to spend sufficient quality time with them, and show your affection, love, and a lot of attention to keep them happy and in control.

Health care and common health problems for the breed

The Blue Nose Pit bulls are rare because the blue color is a recessive trait, and two dogs with the same gene are needed to produce puppies of this type.

Some breeders only breed dogs of this type to answer the “blue lust” demand among fanciers.

But the traits that make these stunning-looking dogs look so beautiful can also lead to specific health problems that this type of American Pitbull terrier is prone to.

First of all, Blue Nose Pit bulls are more likely to suffer from some skin conditions and allergies than other Pit bulls.

You should always ask the breeder for the lineage and health history of the puppy before adopting it.

Here are some common health problems of which the Blue Nose Pitbull is at risk:

• Alopecia
• Allergies
• Cataracts
• Heart problems
• Immune disorders
• Mange
• Neurological disorders

Unfortunately, many of these diseases are caused by the inbreeding of Blue Nose Pit bulls by some breeders.

Caring for the Blue Nose Pitbull

Like most other terrier dogs, Blue Nose Pitbulls prefer the company of humans over that of other animals. You must be very consistent and patient when socializing your Blue Nose Pitbull and make sure that it meets various other dogs as it is growing up. Still, keep in mind that the dogs from this breed have a strong prey drive, so you should be extra cautious when allowing your pet to interact with other dogs. It is best to keep your dog on a leash, especially if you are uncertain of its reaction.

The reason is that Pit bulls have incredibly powerful jaws and gripping bites, which can lead to severe and even fatal injuries to another dog if they happen to get into a fight.

Also, due to this prey drive instinct, it is not the best idea to add a Blue Nose Pitbull to your household if you already have other dogs or pets at home, especially if you are inexperienced in obedience training with positive reinforcement and in socializing dogs of this breed.

While training and socializing an adult Blue Nose Pitbull can be quite hard, training and socializing a puppy of this dog type is relatively easy.

Always use positive reinforcement, especially with adult dogs of this type.

Even if you teach your pup to interact well with other dogs, you can be sure that it will grow up loving you more and wanting to play and communicate with you more than with other canines.

These dogs are brilliant and expressive and can be fantastic companions to their humans.

Since Blue Nose Pitbulls are naturally athletic canines and need a lot of exercises and physical stimulation, ensure that you provide your dog with sufficient training and playtime daily. The dogs of this type are perfect jogging buddies and will enjoy running along with you when you are running, cycling or hiking.

The Blue Nose Pitbull is a suitable dog for active owners or families. Keeping them active will ensure they are healthy and do not become overweight and lazy. Also, this will keep them happy rather than bored, which can lead to destructiveness and even to aggressive behavior.

Always check with your city council, homeowner insurance, or other local authorities whether there are restrictions for owning a dog from this breed before adopting or buying one because Pitbulls are completely banned in certain countries and areas.

Keep in mind that the Blue Nose Pitbulls love digging and jumping. You can provide your dog with a specially designated digging area to keep its natural instinct to dig and chase rats under control.

They can also jump much higher than dogs from other breeds and will often jump high with all four paws in the air. So, expect your pup to jump when it greets you or when you play games inside or outside.

Be warned that being emotional dogs, this type of jumping can become dangerous when the dog becomes overexcited. So, teach your Blue Nose Pitbull to abstain from jumping in certain situations, such as greeting you or other family members, or from jumping indoors where it can damage your furniture or hurt you or itself.

Feeding the Blue Nose Pitbull

The recommended daily amount of good quality dry food for an adult Blue Nose Pitbull is about 1.5 to 2.5 cups per day, divided into two meals. Of course, the amount of food you give to your dog depends on the type of food, the dog’s size and age, its health and activity level, and other factors. This is why you should speak with your vet to get recommendations about the most suitable type and quantity of food to feed your dog.

Do not let your Blue Nose Pitbull become overweight because this can cause it to become sluggish and lazy and develop health problems and changes in its behavior.

Grooming the Blue Nose Pitbull

The dogs of this type are pretty easy to groom. Since the short blue coat does not mat or tangle, nor does it require trimming, all you will need is to brush your dog several times a week and massage the coat and skin with a mitt to improve the health of its coat.

You can expect that your Blue Nose Pitbull will shed during the shedding seasons, so some extra grooming may be required to prevent your home from becoming full of hair.

Also, because they are very active dogs, Blue Nose Pitbulls do require regular baths. They are not too good at regulating their own body temperature, so keep them cool in the hot summer days and warm when it is cold outdoors.

These dogs are prone to developing skin allergies and diseases, like mange, ichthyosis, infections, and other problems caused by thyroid problems. So, always carefully inspect your dog’s skin for any rashes, sores, redness, or other tell-tale signs that something could be going on with its skin.

Socializing the Blue Nose Pitbull with pets and children

As mentioned previously, the Blue Nose Pitbull may not be a fan of other dogs and animals, but it is a very friendly dog for humans, especially children.

The fact that Blue Nose Pitbulls are strong dogs with an incredible tolerance to pain makes them suitable playmates for children who like roughhousing and children who are unaware that they need to handle dogs carefully.

Of course, you will need to socialize your pup and meet it with new people – young and old when it is growing up, and also to supervise its interactions with the children. Still, this is one of the friendliest breeds for humans and children, so you will have a loving puppy at home rather than a fierce watchdog.

As for interacting with other dogs and pets, be aware that the strong prey drive of these dogs could be dangerous for other animals. Socialize your puppy from day one, and always supervise its interaction with other dogs at home or outdoors to prevent fights and injuries due to the strong bite and jaws of your Blue Nose Pitbull.

When bored, these dogs can be destructive and even aggressive, so give them the exercise they need to keep them happy and your home and yourself safe.

Ensure that your dog has many durable toys, and try not to leave it alone for long.

Baby Blue Nose Pitbulls are much easier to train than adult ones.

Bing stubborn dogs, you should teach your dog to obey your commands with patience and positive reinforcement if you want to prevent your pup from starting to resent you due to harsh disciplinary actions.

Buying or adopting a Blue Nose Pitbull

Always choose a reputable breeder when opting to buy a Blue Nose Pitbull. Check the health and lineage of the puppy before bringing it home with you. It is a good idea to meet at least one of the parents of your future dog to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to interaction and behavior.

If you are experienced with caring for and training Pit bulls, you can opt for adopting an adult dog from a local shelter too.

If you have decided to buy a dog of this type, keep in mind that they are rare and thus are not cheap at all. In fact, you can expect to be charged up to several thousand dollars for a puppy of this dog type.

Due to the “blue lust” popularity and demand for Blue Nose Pitbulls, some breeders have been inbreeding dogs and inhumanely breeding pups to make a large profit from the growing popularity of this dog breed.

Inbreeding can cause a number of genetic defects and lead to serious health problems for the pups. Before buying a dog, check with the breeders about the parent’s health history, including problems with allergies, heart disease, immune disorder, cataracts, or cancer.

Also, due to their low melanin levels, the Blue Nose Pit bulls are more susceptible to dysfunctions of the nervous and the immune system such as alopecia, deafness, skin spots, poor vision, and bad vision temperament.

Always ensure that the breeder is not breeding the dogs solely for the color, but also for the temperament because you don’t want to end up with an overly stubborn and problematic dog later on, right?

Remember that Blue Nose Pitbulls are American Pitbull Terriers, so if asked for an outrageous price, the breeder may be trying to scam you.

Unfortunately, because these dogs can be hard to train and take care of, many Blue Nose Pitbulls end up in shelters. So, check with the rescue shelters before proceeding to buy a puppy.

Due to the bad rep of these dogs, you should be prepared for the stigma on the dogs from this breed and their owners.

Remember that even though you know that your dog is a sweet darling, many people believe that Pitbulls are aggressive and dangerous, so be prepared to meet and have to handle frightened reactions from others.

To decrease the fright in others, abstain from choosing a pup with cropped ears, and use an “I’m friendly” collar or jacket when you are walking your dog.

Remember that your dog is a reflection of how you are caring for it, and whether you are giving it the proper attention, affection and time for exercise, play, and training. So, if you don’t want your dog to be feared and people running away from you when you cross paths, then take care to socialize and train your pup from an early age and provide it with the love it needs to be gentle and loving companion and canine.

You can become one of the ambassadors for this mistreated breed by showing people just how gentle and loving your Blue Nose Pitbull is!

Final words

Blue Nose Pitbulls are incredibly beautiful dogs. Unfortunately, the entire breed is mired in controversy due to its bad reputation of being used for blood sports and illegal dog fights.

Get a Blue Nose Pitbull from a reputable breeder or shelter, take the time, and put in the effort to properly train and socialize it and provide it with the attention and daily playtime and exercise it needs. You can successfully convince others that the dog is a gentle and loving pup rather than an aggressive and dangerous dog.

The fact is that Blue Nose Pitbulls are very gentle, smart and loving dogs that love their humans and people as a whole.