[Northwoods]

I live in this area. I believe Lucy is out walking again. I've heard the 2 "labs" are in fact a lab mix (not purebred). And I've heard the owner is going to get rid of the dog that attacked Lucy.

[rubicon]

[QUOTE=RickeyD;1136186]

Originally Posted by rubicon

mrich61



Never say never. Posters have heard me say that there are only four kind of dogs that frighten me big ,little, alive dead.



Show fear to an animal or human and your fears will come true.

Beg to differ that is pure folklore beside the animal had my scent the first time
I entered the house. and since he had I was not concerned re-entering a short time later. Here you go blaming the victim

all this has inspired me to change my vocation to DOG WHISPER

[BarryRX]

Originally Posted by marlinguy

The dogs were on a leash but were so strong and intent on attacking Lucy that he couldn't control them, was actually dragged on the ground for a few feet. The police were called but said there was nothing they could do as the dogs were on a leash,that is until they broke away from the owner. Lucy's owner delivered the vet bill to the owner of the labs. Personally, I agree with several of the other posts, that it is the owners responsibility to train his dogs. And I don't believe that Labradors by nature arbitrarily would attack another dog. I talked with Lucy's owner a while ago. Lucy doesn't want to go out of the house. Can't say I blame her. Will be a long time before Lucy is "Lucy" again. I imagine if it had happened to one of us we would pretty much feel the same way.

I'm not sure I understand the police response. The purpose of keeping dogs on a leash is to make sure they are under your control. The dog owner is responsible for maintaining control of their pet. Even if the dogs were leashed, the dog owner did not maintain control and is now subject to a lawsuit. If he can't control two large dogs, he shouldn't be walking them together. It's the same as a 3 year old girl walking a Mastiff on a leash. Just because the dog is on a leash it doesn't mean she can maintain control.

[lovsthosebigdogs]

Poor Lucy. I hope she has a speedy, uneventful recovery. It is VERY scary when an owner doesn't have control of their dog(s) whether it's a big or small dog. I was out walking my dogs (and yes, I DO see the need to have more than one) and someone with a MUCH smaller dog came by in a golf cart and the dog was on a flexi lead and going bonkers, snarling and barking at my dogs. This other dog was so nuts that it flung itself out of the golf cart at my dogs in a fury and tumbled over and over again behind the golf cart to get at my dogs. The owner was screaming trying to stop the cart. She got burns on her hands from the lead and the dog was bruised. My very large dogs just stood there looking at HER out of control smaller dog and this whole circus act. I couldn't go over to help her or the dog because I didn't want to approach with my big boys and make it worse. I offered to take my dogs home and come back but she said she'd just get her dog and go home and deal with it.
And CFrance, I have also been the target of the 3 looney dachshunds and their attempts to attack or incite my dogs. I also go the other way when I see them.
It's not just big dogs you have to concern yourself with. I have to concern myself with all the small dogs and owners who allow them to approach my dogs and tell me that their small, barking, growling dogs are only curious as they come after my dogs as I walk mine quietly on a leash. Truly, I think each dog owner needs to be cautious and control his/her own dog and not take the word of the other dog owner. I am learning the hard way not to wear rose colored glasses.

[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by lovsthosebigdogs

It's not just big dogs you have to concern yourself with. I have to concern myself with all the small dogs and owners who allow them to approach my dogs and tell me that their small, barking, growling dogs are only curious as they come after my dogs as I walk mine quietly on a leash.

Unfortunately some small dogs can be very aggressive and "get in the face" of big dogs.
I think it's a good idea to keep dogs away from other dogs unless they're socializing off leash at a dog park.

[rubicon]

Originally Posted by MSennettfl

I have experienced 2 vicious labs in Lake Deaton (while on my own lawn) which the owners had a very hard time controlling and when they couldn't get to my 12 week old puppy they started attacking each other! If anyone knows where these labs live I would really appreciate knowing if they are the same ones. When I confronted the owner of the Labs who was struggling just to hold onto the huge dogs, she tried to convince me that they were docile dogs but didn't manage to convince me because as she was saying it the dogs were attacking and biting each other! Very scary!

You may well be right in your assessment. this owner undoubtedly has to walk these talks 2+ times a day and its likely s/he was well aware of their aggressive propensity. I place people over animals and if they were my dogs they wouldn't be for long. It seems these particular animals belong out on a farm or such place. Its also clear that they should never be around places were crowds gather.

[kcrazorbackfan]

Originally Posted by jchase

Why do you need two dogs? Isn't one enough!

Who are you to judge people if they have two dogs? Were you an only child?
Some dogs suffer separation anxiety issues just like some humans do. Our Cairn Terrier was very depressed after she lost her running mate; we rescued another dog two months later and after a short period of adjustment, she is back to her running around with her new buddy.

[CFrance]

Originally Posted by kcrazorbackfan

Who are you to judge people if they have two dogs? Were you an only child?
Some dogs suffer separation anxiety issues just like some humans do. Our Cairn Terrier was very depressed after she lost her running mate; we rescued another dog two months later and after a short period of adjustment, she is back to her running around with her new buddy.

Like!

[Kazmi]

^^^ like like like

[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by kcrazorbackfan

Who are you to judge people if they have two dogs? Were you an only child?
Some dogs suffer separation anxiety issues just like some humans do. Our Cairn Terrier was very depressed after she lost her running mate; we rescued another dog two months later and after a short period of adjustment, she is back to her running around with her new buddy.

[chuckandbernice]

When we lived in NC, people did not obey the leash law very well. I was looking for a way to protect our dog and ourselves without injury to the aggressive dog. For about $30 I bought a 2.5 million volt stun gun. When a dog charged at us, I fired the gun and the noise and flash scared those dogs away without any injury. Perhaps I should have tested it on the owner.

[Ravens Fan]

Originally Posted by KeepingItReal

How could anyone make such a statement, how would anyone possibly know this for certain, is it required that if anyone is bitten they report? Some just say it because that is the way they want it to be even though it cannot possibly be proven.

I think you are correct. I can't believe that as long as The Villages have been around, no one has been bit by a dog. I like dogs, even though I don't have one. I just don't have the time for one. I think that the squares should be off limits to dogs, with the exception if it is a work dog. It's just not a place for animals. As a lot of people have said in this entire thread and I believe everyone agrees, dogs can turn on someone quick, even if they are a freindly breed. It is not worth the risk of getting bit and you possibly losing everything you have due to a law suit. While I was in the military, the base mailman was attacked by a dog while delivering mail. The mailman killed the dog by pinning it down and breaking its neck. The home owner tried to sue the mailman and lost. He was counter sued by the mailman and won the case. This was also detrimental to his military career as he was reprimanded for this. Not worth losing everything for things like this. Again, there are places for animals and there are places animals should not be.

[graciegirl]

As in most threads, especially ones with very strong language in the title, we sometimes don't read everything in the thread.


And when it comes to dogs, all threads bring out our hidden or not so hidden feelings about them.


Most people who own dogs here, have been dog owners a long time and it is my experience that most dogs here are well trained...sometimes the owners could use a little more training in self responsibility in picking up after them, but the dogs I have met have been gentle and people friendly.


The dogs I have met out walking, always love a pat and an itch behind the ear after the owner gives their approval. I don't own a dog but I just love them. It is hard for me to understand why people who don't like them at all feel that way.


I am shocked by the comment about the gun. To me it shows terrible inappropriate fear.


I am sure that people have been bitten and other dogs assuredly have been bitten in dog parks here, but judging from this forum with people who have their nose to the ground and their fingers to the keys, it does not appear to be common at all, or we would have heard about it here.

[airstreamingypsy]

First, to Lucy's owner, I know how scary that was. My sweet little Gus, who is a happy go lucky dog, who has always gotten along with other dogs was attacked by a Pit Bull in a dog park in Texas. Gus was not even looking at her, she attacked from behind. It was like nothing I've ever seen..... he managed to get away from her once and she attacked again...... Gus almost lost his eye. The owner was horrified, he paid all the vet bills and never brought her back there again. The good news is, Gus had no lasting trauma, he still the same happy little guy, and gets along with other dogs just fine. I, on the other hand, will never get over it. I'm so happy to know that Lucy will be okay, hopefully like Gus she will not be permanently traumatized. Clearly the two "Labs" should not be walked by someone who isn't stronger than they are. That's a no brainer. Reading the comments they already have two strikes, shame on their owner for putting others in jeopardy. The next time they attack they could maim or worse kill a human.... they certainly will kill a small dog. Time to stop worrying about coyotes, those two "Labs" are a whole lot more dangerous.

[bd20166]

where in particular did this incident occur? That would be helpful to walkers, people with dogs and bike riders.