HELP! Neighbors dog killed my yorkie yesterday.

[AbbysMom08]

Oh my gosh.
What a tragic thing to happen.
My heart is breaking for you.
I am so very sorry for your loss.
I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

[EverythingMiley]

Originally Posted by FlDebra

I am so sorry for your loss -- what a horrible way to have to lose a beloved pet! I too, would be furious with the neighbors for their lack of concern and sympathy. Since they did nothing to show remorse, I would send them a bill. I might even have a lawyer draw up a letter itemizing the bill. Include, anything broken, the cost if professionally cleaned, the cost of a Yorkie at today's prices, then figure some sort of cost to account for the personal shock, misery, loss of companionship, etc.. (even though no amount of money would every come close to either replacing your baby or atoning for your feelings about this tragedy). I would also include a request for what you might feel would be a safer way for them to keep their dogs -- i.e. install a topped fenced dog run. Since they jump the current fence it is NOT adequate. I would also inquire about the property owners responsibility in cases like this and send a copy to him. The property owners might not want such vicious dogs in their home.

I am usually against suing over accidents, but when a person knows they have a vicious dog and then knew it had jumped the fence, that was no accident -- thta was pure negligence. When our neighbor's dog dug up my flower bed, my neighbor apologized a hundred times and even offered to purchase new flowers! That was just some little old flowers -- for the loss of life, this person should have been giving you every ounce of sympathy, apology and some offer of help and restitution there could be! So, if they don't pay the bill, I would definately discuss the next step with the lawyer. People need to be held accountable when they refuse to live up to their responsibilities. If nothing else, you could always use the money to donate to a rescue organization in memory of your sweet baby.

I agree with ded (great post) I don't have any advice to add but wanted to say I"m sorry for yu and your family.

[mimimomo]

Great idea Twalla, I'm quoting you so people that missed Minnie's picture can see her.

Originally Posted by twalla

I wanted to include Minnie's picture in my post so everyone can see her sweet face.

http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/att...day-minnie.jpg

She is free and happy now and no longer in pain.

I am so sorry for your loss, I cannot imagine what you and your family are going through. My prayers are with you.

I'm so sorry this happened to Minnie & to you & your family...sending prayers.

[Amazing Yorkies]

OMG! I am so very sorry for your loss! I am just shocked that poor Minnie was not safe in her own home! I cannot imagine what you have gone through by coming home to such a nightmare!

[FlDebra]

Originally Posted by abbey lee

This is sweet Minnie. Let us all hope she is free and happy now. No longer in pain. I love you Minnie, I cannot stop crying.

Thank you for posting Minnie's picture. That makes her real to all of us too. What a sweet face. I am sure she is thankful for the wonderful life you gave her. You will meet up again someday! May she rest in peace!

[JackieJack]

Originally Posted by mauigirl

one more thought (in case it hasn't been mentioned yet), contact the news media and see if they will jump on this story. The extra attention can get the owners of the killer dog squirming, and hopefully more willing to take responsibility.

My heart aches for you and your family. Prayers going to you!

yea kick some ass!!!

[Mom of 3]

I agree!! Let the news people get ahold of this. See what they can do.

[bettyeanne]

My heart breaks for you and your family. Over the years, I have read of a lot of horrendous things happening to little Yorkie babies. This is, without a doubt, the most senseless death I believe I have ever heard of! I cannot even begin to imagine your horror and grief. People like this should not be allowed to own an animal and certainly should not be allowed to go unpunished! You and your family have every right to live in peaceful co-existence with your neighbors and there must be a law somewhere to protect your rights.

God bless and comfort you and your family. RIP sweet Minnie.

[ally173]

i am so sorry for your loss and may she rest in piece.
is there a way u can hire a lawyer and sue these people for their neglect and for causing you emotional stress and heartache. best of luck

[harleyyorkie]

I am so sorry about Minnie, may the lord bless her & keep her. I don't know what else to say....this is unbelievable and so tragic.

[LDandPasquale]

Originally Posted by MauiGirl

One more thought (in case it hasn't been mentioned yet), contact the news media and see if they will jump on this story. The extra attention can get the owners of the killer dog squirming, and hopefully more willing to take responsibility.

My heart aches for you and your family. Prayers going to you!

I was just about to suggest this. Definitely get the news media involved. I'm sure there are people in your county/town who would like to know that if theres a vicious animal in their house or yard that Police will NOT show up. ALSO, make sure to tell the news media how the animal control office is refusing to give you the report. By law, that information should be available to you!
Also with news attention, a lawyer who loves animals may offer his/her services to you or at least help you in some form.

My heart goes out to you and your family and I pray that Minnie can rest in peace knowing her mommy is doing everything possible to serve justice.

[abbey lee]

Thank you all for the love and support. It feels so wonderful knowing that people out there care, especially after the treatment we got from the autorities and animal control. We are moving ahead in seeking justice for Minnie, I will keep you all updated on the outcome.

Again, thank you, I come and read through all of your messages of love and support and it brings a tear to my eye that people know Minnie's story and she will never be forgotten.

[TLC]

So sorry for your loss. This is an incredible story. Never ever in a million years would I have thought that something this horrible could happen.

Minnie is beautiful and my prayers go out to you

[sherile47]

I had a similar experience this past December. My husband took our 2 dogs out, Harley and Isabel. Izzy saw some dogs at the back of the property (we live on 2 acres) and she took off. He took off after her, forgetting about Harley. When Harley realized what was going on, he took off and met the male dog (a husky) who attacked him and wounded him so severly, he died the next day at the emergency vets. I never thought to call animal control, but a friend did a couple days later. The Officer was wonderful; she pursued this case to the very end. She had the owner served with a court order. He hired an attorney who was surprised she showed up in court. She told him it was her job to protect the animals in our county and support the owners. Bottom line, I did get some compsenation for my monetary loss and the owner of the vicious dog (whom he transported to Florida to get him out of her reach) is prohibited from owning any dog for 3 years. Did it bring Harley back? No and it still breaks our hearts, he was such a baby, a sweet, easy going guy unless something threatened Isabel. But I did get the satisfaction of causing this guy time, trouble, and money. Our animal control officer is just wonderful and I never appreciated how wonderful until I read this post. She takes her job very seriously. She did not give up, it took her almost 6 months to find the guy and bring him to court. Good luck in however you pursue this and pursue it you will have to do.

[abbey lee]

The news wants to do a story on our ordeal called "Minnie's Story" they are going to send a crew out for interviewing. Does anyone have any advice on what I should say and emphasize on the broadcast? Like what to say what not to say. Thanks for the help.