You definitely have my prayers for both your son and his dog. I also pray that they find whoever owns the pit and make him pay the medical bills. Sadly pits are the most abused animals of all I think due to idiots overbreeding and encouraging them to be agressive because they have issues of their own.

Please keep us informed.

Sending tons of prayers for both your son and his dog...Pls keep us posted

Prayers going up for your son and his puppy & safe travels for you. Please keep us up to date.

And, seriously, who are you people foolin? Pit Bulls are not trustworthy. There are MANY larger dogs than them, but they (and not all--but MANY) are viscious. I am a pet sitter, I see it everyday. Just yesterday I was walking a mini schnauzer and a pit came running towards us. I snatched her up and turned away from this dog. I dont trust them & never will. Look at the number of attacks and try to prove otherwise.

That's so awful. I'm sending our prayers for your little son and Armani.

Prayers to your son and your family.
I have always raised pitts. Its all in how you raise them I do believe, I have never had a mean pitt.

Prayers for your son and puppy. I hope that they heal up fast and all is well for you as you fly to them.



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Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Such a tragic occurence that most likely cost the Pitty his life because of a bad owner. I pray it does not cost your son's dog his. I have lost a precious 6 yr old Yorkie to a viscious attack from a rescue dog. It's a nightmare. Just last night I went to visit my son in his new place. His roomate has a Pitbull that I was very nervous about (and I have a Rottie). This Pitty was just a sucky as my Rottie, a real baby. My YT has way more attitude than Jean (the Pit Bull). I do think they should regulate who owns these dogs and all of the powerhouse breeds), and mandate training, and socialization classes, to weed out irresponsible owners.
Please let us know how your boy and his puppy are, It will be the first thing on my mind in the morning. God Bless.

prayers for your son and his puppy. Please keep us updated on their conditions.

Oh I am so sorry to be reading this. I hope both your son and puppy are doing okay. Please keep us updated.

That's so sad!!! I hope both your son and his dog come out of everything and recover quickly!

Please realize, though, that it's not necessarily the breed...I have a love for the bully breeds, and even though some are just vicious, others are just as cuddly as yorkies.

I really hope your son and his dog are alright though! Please keep us updated on their status! Do they know the owner of the dog? If so, I'm sure your son would be able to get at least some of the cost of their treatments, if not all, covered by the owners, as they are responsible for the injuries. I hope that your son isn't financially devastated by this too, as it would just make matters worse. Good luck, you are all in my prayers!

and baxters mommy - yeah, there are lots of reports of pitties attacking people, but how many small dog attacks have been reported? Well, they're not newsworthy because they don't cause as much harm. Have you ever given one a chance? Some of them are the sweetest dogs you'll meet!

To all the bully breed haters, that's ok by me, you don't have to love them, as I shouldn't be forced to feel anything that I don't want to...but please don't bash the breeds as a general, and please do some research before you form your concrete opinions.

I will say, though, that MANY people need to keep better control of their dogs! Dogs cannot be allowed to run loose in the streets, and people really need to step up and be responsible for the damages that their dogs cause. Training and control are key with ALL animals!!!!

Sending prayers for your son, puppy & family.

Sending prayers for you and your family, wishes for safe travel and rapid healing. I hope your son isn't emotionally scarred by this incident. And his puppy too. Prayers too that their pain is minimal. You must be going out of your mind with worry.... have you been able to speak to him on the phone?

Honestly folks, this is a serious thread, and the bottom line is the recovery of her son and dog. Discussing the pro's and con's of the Pit Bull and other dominant breeds here is really out of order. Start a new thread if that is what you want.


Personally, I really feel bad for the kid and Dog, but being a parent, even with older children, if one were in an accident, I would not be on a PC posting it on a forum until well after the fact. Good night

Thank you for posting what my exact thoughts were - this is thread shouldn't be used for debate.

first of all, to the OP: i'm so sorry! i hope everything is okay with your son. that is horrifying.

baxtersmommy:

my husband and i recently got a new home which happens to be surrounded by his family members. the other day my kids were playing outside and my son who is 3.5 yelled, "puppy!"

i saw a pit bull and some other large dog (not sure the breed) running toward my son from across the street at my husband's aunt's house. i yelled my son's name very loud and firmly to tell him to STOP where he was. the pit was growling while running toward him.

the pit did stop in his tracks and started barking. i think he had actually seen another dog in the distance and was running/growling in that direction. my husband's aunt seemed dumbfounded by the way i freaked out. we don't know each other well at all so it was awkward. she assured me that he wouldn't hurt my son, but still - i don't want my kids thinking they can pet any dog they see. i've always been that way regardless of the dog's size.

his aunt came over today to talk while i was outside and i explained to her why i reacted that way. seeing this post reassures me that i was not overreacting. you can never be too careful.

You are so right. Can we just pull together for our fellow member's son's recovery right now, and hold off the dog discussions for another thread?

I can't even imagine having a child attacked and injured like this.

i don't think anyone has been insensitive to her situation. clearly, everyone has offered their blessings.

simply discussing dog attacks in a thread about a child getting attacked by a dog is not being insensitive to the situation.

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers! I am soo sorry! :cry: keep us posted on his recovery!!

Dear Loveshay
Obviously this is a very emotional thread. We are all caring and sensitive people who love animals and kids and even grown ups (most of the time), and can all too easily imagine the horror or your position. As a mom and an animal fanatic, I can only speak for myself, that my first thoughts are of your troubles. Ignore the breed debate ( and yes, I put my vote in for bullys), it's just emotions and protective instinct coming out because we are such caring people. These horible things that happen in life sometimes make no sense, so there is no sense in looking for someone to blame at this time. This is the time for support, and I am sure that you have all of ours. God be with you and your family in your time of need.

I so agree with youl. I posted on page 1 about pitbulls - and was told I was wrong - in my opinion I am not wrong!

It most certainly is inappropriate and shows a lack of compassion.:thumbdown

Sending prayers and positive thoughts :hug::hug:

We are all praying for your son. Please give an update when you can. Love and hugs from Texas. :lovewings YT has many good people who are honest with their emotions.

AND say NO TO YT Drama! Ridiculous! I am an adult and don't need called out because I said Pit Bulls are bad.

I don't know who you mean , but I am not calling you out or mean any disrespect, but start another thread on opinions about pits :)
This is a prayer thread not an opinion one :)

Sending thoughts and prayers for your son and his puppy. So sorry to hear this.

My thoughts exactly. To the OP, I am praying for you and your son -- and the pup as well. I hope you were able to catch a flight.

I was hoping for an update this morning.....I understand your first priority is to your son. Arabella and I are sending prayers and positive vibes for a painless recovery for both your son and his furbaby.

Loveshay,

Just hoping for some news on your son and his pup. Still praying for you and your family...god bless :hug: Rose and Levi