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Bitten by a pit bull and a question
Topkick
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Here is my problem.
About 2 months ago I was at my brother's home and got attacked by their 3 yr old pit bull. Its not a huge dog, but known to be a bit aggressive to strangers.
I have played with this dog, had it sit in my lap for over a year now.
This time I was walking back out to my bike and it ran out from behind the corner and started snapping, growling and then rushed me.
I was geared up (motorcycle) but not wearing a helmet. I yelled at the dog, called its name, and yelled for my brother who was inside the house. The dog bit my feet and leg, both sides as I was fending it off.[B)] My riding boots saved my feet, but I sure felt it!
I'm glad I had the boots and gear on!
When my brother FINALLY came out, the dog was 4 feet from me and I was holding my Sig 9mm toward the dog's face about to blow it to hell with a hollow point mag dump. My heart was beating pretty bad.
He could not catch the dog, and it wouldn't listen. Brother grabbed a stick and ran it off of me. I told him I would not hesitate to shoot next time. My mom (who lives on the same property) said she wished I would have shot it. I couldn't believe my ears! They are scared of it too, and friends refuse to visit a second time.
I let my brother know how I felt in very strong words, to say the least. He said it was his wife's dog and could do nothing. She makes the most money and supports his hobbies.[V]
I said "he chose the dog over family" and would not return if the dog was still on the property. This is the 4th time I have had issues with the dog, but this was the worst. I usually have 2 of my younger boys with me and the wife.
Now, If I shoot the dog, I'm gonna be the "***** who shot their dog. Always and forever.
So far, I am holding my ground and NOT visiting. So far, so good, I haven't been bit since.[;)]
The problem- my parent live on the property, all in one fence, about 20 yards from my brother's home and can't get out much. I live about an hour away.
My sister-in-law called and apologized, but nothing else came of it. I was asked to come down for birthdays next Monday, but said I have to work and we are busy. I am severely pissed off.
What would be your course of action?
About 2 months ago I was at my brother's home and got attacked by their 3 yr old pit bull. Its not a huge dog, but known to be a bit aggressive to strangers.
I have played with this dog, had it sit in my lap for over a year now.
This time I was walking back out to my bike and it ran out from behind the corner and started snapping, growling and then rushed me.
I was geared up (motorcycle) but not wearing a helmet. I yelled at the dog, called its name, and yelled for my brother who was inside the house. The dog bit my feet and leg, both sides as I was fending it off.[B)] My riding boots saved my feet, but I sure felt it!
I'm glad I had the boots and gear on!
When my brother FINALLY came out, the dog was 4 feet from me and I was holding my Sig 9mm toward the dog's face about to blow it to hell with a hollow point mag dump. My heart was beating pretty bad.
He could not catch the dog, and it wouldn't listen. Brother grabbed a stick and ran it off of me. I told him I would not hesitate to shoot next time. My mom (who lives on the same property) said she wished I would have shot it. I couldn't believe my ears! They are scared of it too, and friends refuse to visit a second time.
I let my brother know how I felt in very strong words, to say the least. He said it was his wife's dog and could do nothing. She makes the most money and supports his hobbies.[V]
I said "he chose the dog over family" and would not return if the dog was still on the property. This is the 4th time I have had issues with the dog, but this was the worst. I usually have 2 of my younger boys with me and the wife.
Now, If I shoot the dog, I'm gonna be the "***** who shot their dog. Always and forever.
So far, I am holding my ground and NOT visiting. So far, so good, I haven't been bit since.[;)]
The problem- my parent live on the property, all in one fence, about 20 yards from my brother's home and can't get out much. I live about an hour away.
My sister-in-law called and apologized, but nothing else came of it. I was asked to come down for birthdays next Monday, but said I have to work and we are busy. I am severely pissed off.
What would be your course of action?
Comments
DO NOT LIE TO THE SIS-IN-LAW. Call and tell her EXACTLY why you will not be there and demand the dog be put down for biting a human.
Call animal control and report the dog as a biter.
Tell brother to grow a pair of balls so he will tell the money honey the dog must go. If sis-in-law don't like it she can hit the road too, with the dog.
You NEVER, EVER, NEVER, let a dog bite you the way that dog did and survive the confrontation when you are armed; doubly so for a pit bull breed type dog.
HOW YOU GOING TO FEEL WHEN A KID OR YOUR MOTHER GETS CHEWED UP BY THIS POS DOG?
This is the type of story that makes my blood boil. You had the gun for self defense, you were ATTACKED and hurt yet you did not put an end to it right then [xx(][:(!].
Keep the gun at home and carry a feather duster next time.
Each time someone "forgets" and let's the dog out.
My parents are asking me to come down and help do some moving and repairs. So far, I told them no way with the dog on the property.
I'm having to decide if the risk is worth it.
Either way, I lose.
Another issue- Construction is at a standstill. The last contractor had one guy digging and setting forms for concrete, while another held a shovel keeping the dog at bay.
They won't come back.
I agree. I should have shot it.
Too many consequences going thru my head and having to tell them I shot their dog.
I won't hesitate next time and I always have a pistol on.
I was geared up, so I did have a choice- that time.
My brother won't grow balls, so that's out.
I will not be carrying a feather duster though...
DO NOT LIE TO THE SIS-IN-LAW. Call and tell her EXACTLY why you will not be there and demand the dog be put down for biting a human.
I agree. Fore told is fore warned. This is a case where it is totally necessary it may save SEVERE injury to another family member or some unsuspecting person stopping by to see your mother or other family member
I would tell my SIL that if the dog was still alive when I got there, it would not be shortly thereafter. How the dog left this world was her choice.
Whether it was going to leave this world or not was no longer a question. [}:)]
1) dog has a history of aggressive behavior and biting WHICH CAN BE PROVEN in a court of law.
2) they have done nothing to correct it
now if, no WHEN that dog attacks the next person your brother and sil will get the S#$%
sued out of them and if the dog kills a child or an elderly person who can't fend it off then kiss your bro goodby - he and sil will go to prison.
if these people were neighbors of mine I would contact animal control and if the dog was still there a month later, I would change the antifreeze out on my car - right next to their property. accidents happen.[xx(]
not trying to say your bro is stupid - he may be a smart guy but in this case he couldn't be more stupid.
I had a similar thing happen with a neighbors dog when I lived in town. I asked them to keep their mean dog on their own property. They didn't and it just so happened I was outside digging with a shovel. I wore that dog out with a shovel and he never came back.
I am not going to change what I do because of some knuckleheaded dog. I love dogs and I have 3 of them but they would never do what that dog did to anyone and if they did I would be the one shooting the dog.
http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2015/07/14/couple-sentenced-prison-fatal-dog-attack/30164941/
15 years!!!!!!!! said they NEVER thought that would happen.
bye bye
and to think - a 10 cent 22 round could have prevented this train wreck. or call doc - I think he can get em for you for 7.32499 cents.[:p][:D]
People own pets, pets shouldn't own people.
man, your brother and sil are being ABSOLUTLY stupid in keeping this animal.
1) dog has a history of aggressive behavior and biting WHICH CAN BE PROVEN in a court of law.
2) they have done nothing to correct it
now if, no WHEN that dog attacks the next person your brother and sil will get the S#$%
sued out of them and if the dog kills a child or an elderly person who can't fend it off then kiss your bro goodby - he and sil will go to prison.
if these people were neighbors of mine I would contact animal control and if the dog was still there a month later, I would change the antifreeze out on my car - right next to their property. accidents happen.[xx(]
not trying to say your bro is stupid - he may be a smart guy but in this case he couldn't be more stupid.
I would tend to the stupid, myself.
The dog not only has a history of aggressiveness, but has attacked and bitten a person it had know and interacted with for over a year.
I cannot see how anyone can believe it will not turn upon anyone in the house.
Not all pitbulls need to be killed, but this one does.
Brad Steele
Best advice there.
Not go back to where your mother lives??? Who are you hurting more, you or mom??
Your Mom is afraid of it too???
Do you have a picture of your Mom?
Take a razor blade and slash across her face in the picture, now drop some ketchup on the picture.
The dog goes- end of story.
Once a biter , you can not trust it again.
If that dog came within 10 feet of me again, it would drop in it's tracks.
Now, it's the timing.
I can't just waltz down and shoot the dog on their property.
It seems I have to wait until I'm attacked again.
Maybe its just in my head that way.
But I WILL be checking in on my folks and give fair warning before I do.
I'm really mad at my brother for not dissapearing the dog immediately and stepping up to his wife. I would have shot the dog myself if it were mine.
They do know why I haven't been down. I had a short conversation with my brother 2 weeks ago. They still have the dog.[V] I also mentioned lawsuits and medical bills if the dog bit anyone else.
Didn't phase them.
I appreciate all the comments.
I have some more thinking to do on how to proceed and keep myself intact and out of trouble with the law.
This way, the "animal officer" is the bad Guy, you & your parents are safe, the lazy, wimpy POS "husband" doesn't have to confront the ignorant harpy he's married to, & everybody lives happily ever after.
If, by some bizarre chance, the dog is still there; feed it a couple meatballs with Dcon (green pellets) mixed in, keep it busy for an hour, and it should bleed out internally shortly. BTW- feed it around midnight, without witnesses, & be certain to act surprised when they call.
Or just wander by unannounced & let the dog decide how it goes.
Have your mom poison it.
or you do it quitely when no one is looking.
"Mid Night Dog Removal".....is the way to go...vanishing dogs happen all the time...[:o)]
I know I shouldnt but I like this [^]
Put Dog In Nah
Put Dog Down BINGO [^]quote:Originally posted by Topkick
Each time they said they would put the dog up.
Each time someone "forgets" and let's the dog out.
My parents are asking me to come down and help do some moving and repairs. So far, I told them no way with the dog on the property.
I'm having to decide if the risk is worth it.
Either way, I lose.
Another issue- Construction is at a standstill. The last contractor had one guy digging and setting forms for concrete, while another held a shovel keeping the dog at bay.
They won't come back.
I would pretend that I was in the ghetto if I was you.
Maybe the dog will annoy some stranger enough to chuck an anti freeze soaked piece of bread or meatball over the fence.
I've dispatched lots of chucks in a Havahart trap from about 1-2" and found a 22s is the minimum from a 12" Stevens Tipup.
Firing from inside the house with an almost closed window should muffle a 22lr HS from a rifle and have enough penetration for a one shot kill.
Be honest and aboveboard with anything you do. Poisoning a dog is a cowardly thing to do. If you don't want to be known and hated as a coward, don't poison the dog.
You can't make other people's decisions for them, relatives or not, no matter how irresponsible or stupid you think their decisions are. If you force your brother into anything you will damage your relationship with your brother.
You say you have told your brother what you think and how you feel. He has demonstrated how he feels. Now it's time to do what you said. Stay away until the dog is gone. I don't recommend killing the dog, but if you find it necessary, don't try some kind of sneaky poop. It will find you out.
As a control freak,she'll replace that dog if it disappears.
Tell your brother what he's in for from you if Mom is injured or threatened. He needs to take control and risk the consequences.
I'm afraid he's either stupid or a coward given the history.
Dog doesn't meet criteria for a pet.
It's a loaded gun with half a brain.
This is my opinion and only my opinion:
Be honest and aboveboard with anything you do. Poisoning a dog is a cowardly thing to do. If you don't want to be known and hated as a coward, don't poison the dog.
You can't make other people's decisions for them, relatives or not, no matter how irresponsible or stupid you think their decisions are. If you force your brother into anything you will damage your relationship with your brother.
You say you have told your brother what you think and how you feel. He has demonstrated how he feels. Now it's time to do what you said. Stay away until the dog is gone. I don't recommend killing the dog, but if you find it necessary, don't try some kind of sneaky poop. It will find you out.
Funny how some members opinions always seem to reflect their true character.
I've read your posts for a long time and you always seem to be the voice of reason and doing the right thing after thinking things through. I can't remember you ever "shooting from the hip" or going off half cocked on any serious subject.
I've never said anything before but, it's time it was said.
Thank you Sir
quote:Originally posted by JamesRK
This is my opinion and only my opinion:
Be honest and aboveboard with anything you do. Poisoning a dog is a cowardly thing to do. If you don't want to be known and hated as a coward, don't poison the dog.
You can't make other people's decisions for them, relatives or not, no matter how irresponsible or stupid you think their decisions are. If you force your brother into anything you will damage your relationship with your brother.
You say you have told your brother what you think and how you feel. He has demonstrated how he feels. Now it's time to do what you said. Stay away until the dog is gone. I don't recommend killing the dog, but if you find it necessary, don't try some kind of sneaky poop. It will find you out.
Funny how some members opinions always seem to reflect their true character.
I've read your posts for a long time and you always seem to be the voice of reason and doing the right thing after thinking things through. I can't remember you ever "shooting from the hip" or going off half cocked on any serious subject.
I've never said anything before but, it's time it was said.
Thank you Sir
Agreed.
This is family like it or not.
Although it is family, there is no excuse for this behavior.
I can't waltz down and shoot.
I won't poison it as I just don't do that and there's another nice dog on the property.
I will schedule a visit with my mom, and be prepared to draw if needed.
Brother has been put on notice about the consequences.
I laid that out last night, but he didn't have much to say after that.
This is family like it or not.
Although it is family, there is no excuse for this behavior.
I can't waltz down and shoot.
I won't poison it as I just don't do that and there's another nice dog on the property.
I will schedule a visit with my mom, and be prepared to draw if needed.
Brother has been put on notice about the consequences.
I laid that out last night, but he didn't have much to say after that.
Good job.
I could never poison a dog or any animal, I guess I am a softie but I find the thought of using poison on a pet terrible.
On the other hand I am not going to change my routine or not visit my parents because of a dog.
Give them a warning explain your feelings and drive on. Be prepared for the dog and if it attacks wear its * out. I think your Mom should talk to her other son about the dog also and maybe call animal control if she is in fear of the dog.
Second, you say they live on the property and share one fenced in yard. I assume they live in a separate dwellings. Is it possible to erect a fence to subdivide the yard? Or brother won't do it because his wife has his nuts in a box on the shelf?