I feel for you because it is so emotionally traumatic and not only are you sad but rightfully angry. BUT this is not your fault, it is his, no one should be keeping a dog in a neighborhood that is vicious and that is what his dog is if it would just run out and attack for no reason. His dog attacked and killed your dog, not vise a versa. There are thousands of yorkie owners that have well behaved dogs that are off leash in their front yard, that does not give other dogs a license to attack them, please don't let him make you feel like you did something wrong.
I would also talk to the police and everyone that you can, I assume other neighbors have kids or dogs perhaps they could demand he do something. Is this a neighbor you know? Does the owner own the home he lives in? eventually you might even be able to take him to small claims court. For me I felt getting justice and having that Husky gone helped me in the grieving process because I felt I owed it to Reggie not let it go unpunished. If a neighbor's kid damaged your car or your bike you would be able to demand restitution a dog even though we think of them as family are considered our property and the owner should be held responsible.
Please know how much my heart hurts for you and understands what you are going through. |