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teddy followed me to the mailbox like usual but he was picking on the mini chihuahua that was in our yard so I picked it up and saw our neighbor and talked to him about his little girl then his Boston terrier snuck around the corner and attacked Teddy :( he cried and waited at the door so I took him in and found a tiny bite by his privates so I gave him his bath now I'm so shaken up this isn't the dogs first attack on the neighborhood either I promised myself I wouldn't let him get hurt now look

We try to do everything we can to protect our little ones...and we try to anticipate possible hazards, et al, but guess what, things are going to happen! You can feel bad about what happened, but please don't feel guilty!! Teddy wants you to be happy just as you want it for him! As long as he's ok, so should you be...! But listen, I react off the charts when it comes to Piper, so who am I to be saying anything?! Bless your heart for having so much love; I totally get that, too!

I am just way too cautious to allow my dogs out in the front yard, or anywhere, that they are not secured....they are right by me on leash or in my arms....I would be totally spastic with one of my babies running around unsecured and out of reach, in the front yard....especially because I know we have other dogs walking around and you just never know about other dogs attitudes! Even my own dogs attitudes vary....but from the meekest (the ones that would be subject to getting attacked by neighbors dogs running loose) to my boldest (the ones that will take on anything regardless of size or demeanor), any encounter could be disastrous for my babies....a risk I am not willing to take!

I believe I would explain to my neighbor I would be reporting the dog bite to AC as the next bite could be to a baby, little child or immune-suppressed person. A dog's mouth is filled with germs and your little guy likely needs vet attention to his wounds, maybe preventative antibiotics. Are both your little guy and the biter current on vax's? AC needs to check that out, or quarantine the dog to be sure he's rabies-free and school your neighbor on proper restraint of her dogs. No dog actual attack and bite should be ignored, even from the tiniest biter.

My Penny was on her leash with me and being petted by a neighbor's little girl when another neighbor's daschund attacked her. Scared me half to death. Now we have just bought a place in a 55+ community where everyone must walk their dogs. People want their dogs to be friends but it really worries me when a larger dog comes near mine.

Poor sweet Teddy, I hope he's ok. Never, never, never have Teddy off leash. I don't care how well behaved a dog may be off leash you never know what can trigger it. Cody will take on a Bullmastiff reason I raised the back yard fence.

He snuck out with me to get the mail so that's how he got out I'm pretty sure the neighbor is vaccinated I keep checking the bite he's been feeling normal since I bathed him and I never let him out front unless he's leashed for a walk unless he follows me somewhere like today he escaped to follow me to get the mail so I didn't see a problem as he cares too much about the new mulch to go past the end of the fence on the side separating the neighbors yard and he's never been exposed to too many dogs just when he's leashed and we are somewhere like the groomers or at the nature trail I walk him of the owner asks to allow their dog to sniff I'll hold his leash tight and allow it and he loves it he will sniff and wag his tail to any dog willing to sniff him back! But yea there's only a tiny tooth mark on his private part I've been checking when I give my required belly rubs It's just hard not being fully in control and I'm so glad my neighbor was outside at the time his dog attacked so he can get him off quicker I wouldn't risk getting bit too plus he's used to breaking his dog off like a while ago I had a chocolate lab puppy on his first walk and he was attacked I couldn't manage to kick their brick like dog off him so I screamed my lungs out till they came out and beat him off

If you know your neighbor has a crazy dog, and you know Teddy tries to sneak out and seems he's very successful at doing this, it is up to you to make sure he doesn't go out with you for the mail. You need to train him to STAY when your open your door. Today a bite to his pvt. parts, tomorrow a gash to his throat. My last girl weighed in at 17 lbs, not fat, just a very big yorkie, she was a sweet docile little girl, loved all animals, all dogs big or small. The last thing I would have wanted to happen to her is for another dog to attack her, I know she would have fought to defend herself it's only natural for dogs to do this, I wanted her to stay sweet so I never put her in a position where she could get attacked, like being off leash. I know it's cute to have your baby walk with you to get the mail, but you never know what's lurking around a corner. Please be careful in the future with this neighbors crazy dog being loose.

I will I promise typically he will stay and give me a look if I tell him to stay but when I'm just going right outside I don't tell him. I don't even go on walks past their house unless he's in my arms that's how cautious I've been and I haven't seen the evil thing in so long I just let my guard down im definitely watching again

Sounds like this dog needs to be reported to animal control especially since he is a repeat bitter. I know it doesn't sit well for neighbour relationships but that owner needs to get a clue to control her dog or suffer the consequences.

I hope your baby is alright.

Since I'm a minor still I don't really wanna do it myself and my parents are private and don't wanna address the problem so they won't report it...Teddy is fine it just hurt his big boy ego for literally a minute and after bath to clean it and his back (he's really in love with our new mulch) he went back to his old self! The wound is one little tooth mark but I keep checking and it seems to look fine he too keeps checking it

The owner does need to control the dog- but reporting to ACO for one incident is not cool either. I won't call them unless I am repeatedly attacked by a dog or if I have to use my stun gun on it.

I own two dogs who have pretty nasty histories. So I know what it's like to see your beloved companion turn into a snarling demon. I know what it's like to have ACO come to your house and how much money it can cost to do rabies exams even on a vaccinated dog.

If this is an ongoing, repeat problem- I'd start by asking them to confine the dog, either with a fence or leash, and if they do not, THEN call ACO.

They refuse to restrain their pets if you've ever seen the Christmas story how the neighbors are hillbillies and have their dogs free that's them...my neighbor has been doing well with his dog not attacking the neighborhood lately but there's always that random attack he only bothers dogs he could care less about the kids walking and biking but one dog on a leash walking down the street he's out there latched on! If he ever truly hurts Teddy I'll make sure a call is made but like I said the owner was there quickly enough to get him off as soon as he attacked. And sorry for your demon dogs I never truly blame owners yea some train to attack but some dogs are just aggressive

I would dab a touch of antibiotic cream (slightly different from the ointment) on it a couple times a day for a few days. Just don't let him lick it off. I keep a tube of it for my doggies in their grooming bag just in case I need it for something. It will help keep out infection. Keep an eye on it and make sure it doesn't look infected.

I am sorry this happened to you. I have a neighbor that has a huge black lab that is not nice. He will charge at me and try to attack me. If I have my big dog with me he will back right down, but if it is just me and the little dogs he will come after me (not the dogs). The neighbor is a really nice guy, but he has no idea what his dog is like when he is loose and he just lets him out the door and doesn't watch him. I wish people would take more responsibility for their pets.

My moms a nurse so I'll ask if we have the cream somewhere in the bathroom cabinet with ointment and band aids! Yea my neighbor is semi nice he's just old fashioned but even when we first move here I remember him having 2 unrestrained pits and 1 was scary aggressive

I keep mine leashed and the larger one is muzzled anytime she is out in public. They are NEVER loose. The one time my larger grabbed somebody came as a shock, she was my little angel and went ballistic at the park. It was awful. High energy dog on quarantine for 10 days, a few hundred in vet bills on my healthy dog- all around a great time, and she only nicked the guy- he literally just needed a bandaid and some peroxide.

It is hard to own dogs like that. Especially because both of mine are so sweet the vast majority of the time. The one is hard to predict, the other, just terrified of strangers and both can be reactive to dogs when they are on leashes due to being attacked so much. It can be a pain, so in a way my heart goes out to your neighbor, but at the same time- he really needs to get the dog controlled, since it sounds like a serious, ongoing issue, not a one time thing.

In fact the only one of my three who isn't aggressive is the yorkie mix (my service dog). The other two were SD failures, who did really well and then turned aggressive suddenly.

So sorry you are dealing with this.

I assume you live in an area where there are leash laws. Every town has ordinances that regulate animal control. If your neighbor feels it is OK to let his dogs run into your yard he is mistaken. Dogs within town limits are subject to the local ordinances. Even your county has laws that regulate and restrict animals running unrestrained.

Some of us have had very close calls with our little dogs that have been attacked by other unleashed dogs. Some have had pets that were killed by a neighbor's dog. Usually the dog that attacks is a someone's pet that they never thought would hurt anyone. Certain breeds of dogs are just very prone to run after what they consider prey and little Yorkies and other small dogs look like prey to them.

You need to make sure you neighbor understands that you are not going to take the chance of your pet suffering another attack. If he refuses to leash his dogs then he needs to be reported to the local animal control agency. If one report does not work then keep reporting until the fines get too expensive for them to handle.

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I agree with you but as this original poster is a minor the parents might have to be the ones to complain..... not sure about the laws.:animal-pa

I don't know about the legality for a minor, but I would think that a taser might be an easy solution here. One pop and I would think all but the most aggressive dog would get the hint that getting close to you or your dog means shocking them to their knees. If the owner has an issue, drop his ass with a dose of electricity right next to his dog. Can always claim self defense since it is a known biter.

Teach your pup to "wait", kinda like a stay command. Use back door so if pup gets past you no big deal, then repeat at front door when 100% at back door.


Hand signal, such as open palm facing dog and "wait" (Start down in front of face, 6" and eventually do it a normal standing position), use foot to block pup. Goal is to get dog to sit or stand behind you till you are outside and say OK. This will also save many a fall if you are elderly. Treat as necessary, use leash if pup is stubborn and runs away or past. If you already trained "Stay" and "No" command this will be easy as pup has basics and will understand what you want pretty quick.


Eventually, if you use it consistently, pup will automatically look at you when ever you approach a doorway and even without command let you through first. If done properly they will never go through a open door without permission.

logical
 

Your posts are so logical and they crack me up.
BTW congratulations on your new fur baby 'Bonnie' that you get to add. My dh is still unconvinced I need another one.

Don't worry, just keep showing him the pictures of the cute little ones!


Also, just a disclaimer, I don't actually suggest you tase anyone.. but in MY perfect world, justice would be swift and no nonsense. Research local law and try other forms of resolution before taking any advice from me!!

Hahaha close to my dads logic! After an ex dog of mine got bit he handed me a metal baseball bat to go finish my walk! This attack he's like it's time I borrow a big dog to finally handle that "butt" hole (we know what fits there)

In my area. We have leash laws. But really its hard to get under staffed Animal Control to come out. And dogs biting dogs if its not lethal its just that. Dogs will b dogs. Been there. May be different where you are at. But I always took my dogs out till now. Three for me is to hard to protect. I've pepper spayed Labs, Bull dogs, Pit air horn smashed with sticks...Decided not to walk them any more. Lucky I have a large yard and we just stay in the back. Which has double barrier fencing...I only watch for Hawks now. I still take them places but not around my hood. To many s**tty dog owners. The dogs don't know better. Its their nature and their training
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This is such I nice post. I agree 100 %. Feel bad, but don't feel guilty.

Anyone can call the dog warden and lodge a complaint about dogs running without being leashed. It does not matter about their age. Just as a minor should call the police if something illegal concerning people was gong on.

If a dog or a person has been injured by the dog then it is an absolute must to report it. The police may handle it or they may refer you to the dog warden depending on the severity of the offense, either way it needs to be dealt with.

All municipalities have ordinances concerning animals. Many are even enacting laws against cats running loose! If a person lives outside the town limits then the country official would deal with it. Many times the animal control agency is run by the county

I live in a fairly well populated area where several medium sized towns converge and they share the animal control expenses. There is such a huge problem with irresponsible pet owners and strays that it has become a legal issue that municipalities and counties have had to deal with.