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He is a pit bull puppy and full of curiosity and energy. Have you tried walking him without running? That will teach him proper walking etiquette without the stress of running him. Keep him cinched to your side and use a gentle walker to lead him. A gentle walker allows you to control your dog by pulling him where you want him without actually hurting him. Teach him where you want him and take treats to give him when he behaves well. You have to be the alpha in all situations with a pit, he is a baby now, but he will be a very strong dog when an adult. Once he is acclimated to walking how you want, basically by your side, but a little bit behind you, you can begin running with him. This can be done quite quickly, but the longer you wait, the the longer it will take (experienced in this mistake). My pitty is 3, and because my son did not teach her proper walking etiquette right away, it took a very long time to teach her properly. She is still too exuberant in the early part of our walks, but calms down within a few yards (thank God!). My daughter takes her for runs now and they are fine!
.I have a 3 year old female pit who shows aggression towards certain people in certain situations. I have not been able to break her of it because she believes she is protecting me. Pits tend to be more territorial than other breeds, especially when it comes to their humans, of whom they are extremely protective. If the people your pitty meets are afraid, your dog will interpret that as aggression and become protective. Have him wear a muzzle to safe guard both the people you encounter and your dog. Whatever you do, DO NOT STOP socializing your dog. Also, your own fear will increase his aggression. Try to remain calm while chastising his bad behavior (no physical discipline in public ever) to maintain that you are the alpha and not your dog. I stoop to her face, put my finger on her muzzle, and firmly say no. Sometimes I have to hold her muzzle to face me. She always kisses me in apology and behaves immediately. Pitties live to please their humans, like most dogs, so your quiet but firm disapproval is generally all she needs. Good luck, it has been a learning process for both me and my beautiful big girl!
