Help Needed
Please read with kindness. This is one of the hardest things we’ve ever had to face as dog owners.
After a recent serious incident involving our 3 year old, 30 pound blue nose pitbull mix, we’ve come to the heartbreaking realization that we may no longer be the right environment for our dog. She is deeply loved, affectionate with us at home, and this entire situation has absolutely crushed us emotionally.
Recently, she broke free from her lead and attacked another dog. During the incident, the owner was also bitten while trying to separate them. We understand the seriousness of what happened and are not minimizing it in any way. While she has generally not shown aggression toward humans, we fully recognize that this incident changed everything and must be taken incredibly seriously.
Right now, we are searching for experienced behavioral guidance and, if appropriate, a safe and responsible rehabilitation or placement option with someone truly qualified to work with dogs who have reactivity and aggression histories. We are committed to being fully honest about her background and doing what is safest and most compassionate for everyone involved, including her.
For those commenting, please understand we would never hand our girl over to just anyone. We are doing extensive research, speaking with professionals, and trying to make the most responsible decision possible. We understand the severity of this situation and are taking it very seriously.
Before considering behavioral euthanasia, we want to explore every possible safe option through rehabilitation, structured management, or qualified placement. Behavioral euthanasia has now become a very real and heartbreaking conversation for us, and we are desperately trying to make the most compassionate and responsible decision possible.
Please keep comments kind, constructive, and helpful. We are navigating an unimaginable situation and simply trying to move forward with honesty, responsibility, and love for everyone involved.