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Connie · 06-26-2005, 10:51 PM

Never again will I let Maddie be on the ground if there is a big dog nearby. Last evening, my daughter and I and the pups walked to the home of a guy that works with her to see some flowers he had. He has a dog...an English Pointer, who has always been a well behaved dog and trained well. I normally would hold Maddie if there is a big dog around, but because this dog was so harmless, I felt it okay to let Maddie walk around on her leash. The pups had been around this dog before with never a problem. Maddie was looking at the dog, wagging her tail and acted as if she wanted to make friends, when all of a sudden, this dog growled and lunged forward at her and went down on her with his mouth. Maddie let out a blood curdling yelp. This dog meant business! I yanked on the leash to get her away from him and the dog's owner got ahold of his dog. I pulled so hard on the leash, Maddie nearly flew through the air. She was wearing one of her harness dresses and I think that probably saved her from getting bitten as hard. The dog's owner said he didn't bite her, but I believe he did from the way Maddie cried out. She was so traumatized and I felt to bad for her. Also felt like a rotten mom because I should have been holding her. Never again will I think she is safe with a big dog around...no matter how nice they are. I come on YT tonight and read about the 3 babies that are gone and can't stop crying. Maddie could have very well been number 4 if we hadn't been right there to stop that dog. I thank the good Lord that she's still with me, but pray for all who have lost their little sweeties.

chewysmom · 06-26-2005, 11:02 PM

I always pick Chewy up when there are any dogs around because he is barely 2 and a half pounds. It can be very scary. The other day I was walking him and out from a building came a pitbull!!! We were barely a few feet away and the dog sort of came at Chewy. I got startled and just pulled him up towards me - thank god for the harness!!!- and as we walked by this beast was looking at Chewy and lunging forward, all he was thinking was LUNCH

You can never trust another dog owner to be responsible with their pets, so I always feel like I am on the defensive, it's sad.

SoCalyorkiLvr · 06-26-2005, 11:05 PM

Absolutely great advice!

Marie · 06-26-2005, 11:14 PM

Im glad that Maddie is fine. I also do not trust other dogs, you never know what can happen. I always hold Gucci when i see a big dog close by.

Julie1 · 06-26-2005, 11:15 PM

Obviously you have to keep them safe but I must say not all large dogs are going to attack small ones. Many large dogs live happily side by side with tinies with no problem at all, in fact the tinies rule the roust at home

Very glad to hear you little one is OK.

fasteddie · 06-27-2005, 01:01 AM

That is quite a scare for little Maddie! It's always better to be safe than sorry, and don't worry if anyone gives you problems or snickers or makes any rude comments if you pick up your Yorkie, remember it's NOT THEIR Yorkie!

kewtee · 06-27-2005, 01:22 AM

I really do understand you - I did the same in the beginning. But I have found out that most bigger dogs are terrified of Kali because she is not submissive (at least I think that's why) and I have trained her to be around other dogs.

I am not sure however that I will have the same faith in Mare - she is so silly and cute, I am not sure she sends the same confident signals...time will tell...

lovmyyorkie · 06-27-2005, 02:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Connie

Also felt like a rotten mom because I should have been holding her.

A rotten mom would not still be thinking about what happen over and over, questioning what "You" did wrong and sharing it for all to know.

You my dear are a good, caring, and loving doggie mom

red98vett · 06-27-2005, 04:23 AM

How great you were quick thinking ! Not all big dogs will do this but it's WAY better to be safe than sorry and you have a living yorkie because of your fast actions...It's so easy for a tragedy to happen as we see here today losing 3 angels.....I'm so happy to hear you had a happy ending to what could have been another sad sad loss.....

Diego · 06-27-2005, 04:37 AM

I am very glad that maddie is okay . Yesterday afternoon , I was walking with Zsa Zsa in my arms and Jade on leash when I heard " attack " , I just had time to grab Jade and saw a Pittbull coming at me . I was with a friend , my friend reacts by giving a kick at the dog's jaws . The dog was so surprised and run to his so-called owner . This morning , I'll go to the stores and purchase the pet carrier that I saw the other day .

red98vett · 06-27-2005, 04:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Diego

I am very glad that maddie is okay . Yesterday afternoon , I was walking with Zsa Zsa in my arms and Jade on leash when I heard " attack " , I just had time to grab Jade and saw a Pittbull coming at me . I was with a friend , my friend reacts by giving a kick at the dog's jaws . The dog was so surprised and run to his so-called owner . This morning , I'll go to the stores and purchase the pet carrier that I saw the other day .

OMG - You HEARD the word ATTACK ? Are you kidding me ? Who would do that - I'd be the one attacking if I EVER heard someone say that - What on earth is wrong with people ? How very lucky you were - that is sickening !

Your friend deserves a night out on you for their fast thinking - tell them I said WAY TO GO ! That Pitt owner needs a kick in the a--.

Diego · 06-27-2005, 05:27 AM

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Originally Posted by red98vett

OMG - You HEARD the word ATTACK ? Are you kidding me ? Who would do that - I'd be the one attacking if I EVER heard someone say that - What on earth is wrong with people ? How very lucky you were - that is sickening !

Your friend deserves a night out on you for their fast thinking - tell them I said WAY TO GO ! That Pitt owner needs a kick in the a--.

I really thanks him by purchasing him something that he wanted for a little while but he had not enough money to buy it .

As I said , I'll buy a new carrier for my walks with the girls . I think the girls will be safer in this and can take fresh air . I can have it in black , blue or green .

cookiemonster · 06-27-2005, 06:17 AM

OMG! Everytime I read more and more stories on here I get more and more protective of my little Cookie. That is so scary! I hope she's doing ok now. I'm sure you both were a little shaken up after that incident

. I'm glad to hear nothing too serious happened to Maddie. I will keep you and the other 3 little Yorkies and owners in my prayers.

txshopper73 · 06-27-2005, 06:27 AM

WOW! You are lucky that she wasn't hurt. It is a good thing that both owners were there or something very bad could have happened. Count your blessings on this one!

Olivier · 06-27-2005, 07:50 AM

I am mad

everytimes I hear stories like that . What happens with these peoples ? They surely have serious bee's nest between their two ears . These peoples should never have the rights to own a dog .I really hope your little ones are okay and not too traumatized by these bad experiences .

The unfair thing in the stories of dogs attacking peoples or other dogs is , it is always the dogs who have to pay more than the owners . The dogs are euthanazied and the owner is free to mess with another dog . It is a real shame

06-26-2005, 10:51 PM	#1
Connie Loved by Maddie & Libby Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: North Dakota Posts: 10,732	I learned my lesson... Never again will I let Maddie be on the ground if there is a big dog nearby. Last evening, my daughter and I and the pups walked to the home of a guy that works with her to see some flowers he had. He has a dog...an English Pointer, who has always been a well behaved dog and trained well. I normally would hold Maddie if there is a big dog around, but because this dog was so harmless, I felt it okay to let Maddie walk around on her leash. The pups had been around this dog before with never a problem. Maddie was looking at the dog, wagging her tail and acted as if she wanted to make friends, when all of a sudden, this dog growled and lunged forward at her and went down on her with his mouth. Maddie let out a blood curdling yelp. This dog meant business! I yanked on the leash to get her away from him and the dog's owner got ahold of his dog. I pulled so hard on the leash, Maddie nearly flew through the air. She was wearing one of her harness dresses and I think that probably saved her from getting bitten as hard. The dog's owner said he didn't bite her, but I believe he did from the way Maddie cried out. She was so traumatized and I felt to bad for her. Also felt like a rotten mom because I should have been holding her. Never again will I think she is safe with a big dog around...no matter how nice they are. I come on YT tonight and read about the 3 babies that are gone and can't stop crying. Maddie could have very well been number 4 if we hadn't been right there to stop that dog. I thank the good Lord that she's still with me, but pray for all who have lost their little sweeties.

06-26-2005, 11:14 PM	#4
Marie Mom loves Gucci Donating Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: New York City Posts: 6,427	Im glad that Maddie is fine. I also do not trust other dogs, you never know what can happen. I always hold Gucci when i see a big dog close by. __________________ Huggies, Gucci and Marie http://www.dogster.com/?132187 "I have been egged"

06-27-2005, 01:01 AM	#6
fasteddie *YT 6000 Club Member* Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 6,238	That is quite a scare for little Maddie! It's always better to be safe than sorry, and don't worry if anyone gives you problems or snickers or makes any rude comments if you pick up your Yorkie, remember it's NOT THEIR Yorkie! __________________ YODA & WINKY R ::: RIP Winky ::: RIP Yoda!

06-27-2005, 01:22 AM	#7
kewtee Donating YT Addict Join Date: May 2005 Location: Skagen, Denmark Posts: 769	I really do understand you - I did the same in the beginning. But I have found out that most bigger dogs are terrified of Kali because she is not submissive (at least I think that's why) and I have trained her to be around other dogs. I am not sure however that I will have the same faith in Mare - she is so silly and cute, I am not sure she sends the same confident signals...time will tell... __________________ Mette - proud mother of Kali - 6 lbs, born on March 18th 2004 Mare - 4 lbs, born on January 28th 2005

06-27-2005, 04:23 AM	#9
red98vett Yorkie Kisses are the Best! Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Houston TX Posts: 33,590 Blog Entries: 1	How great you were quick thinking ! Not all big dogs will do this but it's WAY better to be safe than sorry and you have a living yorkie because of your fast actions...It's so easy for a tragedy to happen as we see here today losing 3 angels.....I'm so happy to hear you had a happy ending to what could have been another sad sad loss..... __________________ Villette, Chanel & Cheri www.DesignsByVillette.net Custom Address Labels and Note Cards using YOUR Photos! Just Click HERE!

06-26-2005, 11:02 PM	#2
chewysmom My Precious Pup Donating Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: New York City Posts: 2,092	I always pick Chewy up when there are any dogs around because he is barely 2 and a half pounds. It can be very scary. The other day I was walking him and out from a building came a pitbull!!! We were barely a few feet away and the dog sort of came at Chewy. I got startled and just pulled him up towards me - thank god for the harness!!!- and as we walked by this beast was looking at Chewy and lunging forward, all he was thinking was LUNCH You can never trust another dog owner to be responsible with their pets, so I always feel like I am on the defensive, it's sad.

06-26-2005, 11:05 PM	#3
SoCalyorkiLvr BANNED! Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 8,246	Absolutely great advice!

06-26-2005, 11:15 PM	#5
Julie1 YT Addict Join Date: May 2005 Location: Surrey Posts: 333	Obviously you have to keep them safe but I must say not all large dogs are going to attack small ones. Many large dogs live happily side by side with tinies with no problem at all, in fact the tinies rule the roust at home Very glad to hear you little one is OK.

06-27-2005, 04:37 AM	#10
Diego Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Canada Posts: 3,617	I am very glad that maddie is okay . Yesterday afternoon , I was walking with Zsa Zsa in my arms and Jade on leash when I heard " attack " , I just had time to grab Jade and saw a Pittbull coming at me . I was with a friend , my friend reacts by giving a kick at the dog's jaws . The dog was so surprised and run to his so-called owner . This morning , I'll go to the stores and purchase the pet carrier that I saw the other day .

06-27-2005, 06:17 AM	#13
cookiemonster Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: May 2005 Location: Cincinnati Posts: 134	Little Maddie! OMG! Everytime I read more and more stories on here I get more and more protective of my little Cookie. That is so scary! I hope she's doing ok now. I'm sure you both were a little shaken up after that incident . I'm glad to hear nothing too serious happened to Maddie. I will keep you and the other 3 little Yorkies and owners in my prayers. __________________ Sarah, Cookie & Peanut http://www.yorkietalk.com/gallery/sh...00&ppuser=3125

06-27-2005, 06:27 AM	#14
txshopper73 Donating YT 14K Club Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 14,226 Blog Entries: 1	WOW! You are lucky that she wasn't hurt. It is a good thing that both owners were there or something very bad could have happened. Count your blessings on this one! __________________ As always...JMO (Just My Opinion) Kimberley

06-27-2005, 07:50 AM	#15
Olivier Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Canada Posts: 2,999	I am mad everytimes I hear stories like that . What happens with these peoples ? They surely have serious bee's nest between their two ears . These peoples should never have the rights to own a dog .I really hope your little ones are okay and not too traumatized by these bad experiences . The unfair thing in the stories of dogs attacking peoples or other dogs is , it is always the dogs who have to pay more than the owners . The dogs are euthanazied and the owner is free to mess with another dog . It is a real shame