Dangers in your own backyard (updated with graphic photo pg 6)

[WingingIt]

I'm very glad to read the update. May she continue to heal, in all ways.

 

[babylady4]

As Ceasar says: "Red Zone Case"

Could he be re-homed? Possibly, but in the end I don't think he should be back with anyone who has kids (as I am sure he is not going to be).

Definately a 'Dog Wisperer" case here.....

Are you going to get a few more chickens to replace the ones the other dog killed? It might help your daughter if she has something to look forward to.

Just a thought.....

 

[wanda047]

Are you going to get a few more chickens to replace the ones the other dog killed? It might help your daughter if she has something to look forward to.

to answer your question... these 15 hatched yesterday.

You'll notice there are several MC. Sara has already picked one out to call her own

These eggs were from "onthespot" here on BYC. It was a replacement order for some that the PO decided to play soccer with.

This is the last hatch for me this year, except for my buff silkies. I'm tired!

 

[Iowa Roo Mom]

I am glad you've got some chicks to help your DD heal. She sounds like an amazingly strong young woman. I am sorry your family had to go through this horrible experience. I hope your DD heals soon, and I hope you do not blame yourself for what happened. It is hard to explain why dogs turn. Anyhow... good luck and God bless, and keep us updated on your DD.


Terrah

 

[dlhunicorn]

Well I just read through this entire post.
(((hugs))) for sara and your family...
So many differing opinions and each has their points... however what I particularly find sad for sara is that these same differing viewpoints will probably plague her and cause her to doubt whatever choice is made.
For me , training is great but once a dog has crossed that line then that is IT... it will always be increased risk with that dog .
You can never truly train the risk of biting out of a dog period.
My birds are my primary pets and so is having "a " dog but once that line is crossed then that particular dog would go (luckily I have not had to make that decision but would not hesitate to do so). IMHO one can never truly train a dog to go against its individual nature (and sometimes that does not come out except in particular situations at any age and time > in fact one of many studies re biting reports that biting incidents occur most often at average age of four and a half years (exceeding the normal "training" age > why? who knows)
http://www.co.el-dorado.ca.us/publichealth/pdf/Section4_FullDogBiteReport.pdf

Better safe than sorry in my book.

 

[English Chick]

I have read the entire thread with tears in my eyes for your beautiful child. May she heal physcially and mentally rapidly.

Everyone has their opinions, only you and your DH can and must make the final decision regarding the dog.

and blessings, healing to you all.

 

[chixie]

How is Sara doing now? I have been thinking about her

 

[wanda047]

Sara is doing great! Thank you for asking. I had been meaning to post an update. She is finally walking again, and acting more like my little Sara Kate. She still guards the leg and yes, it still hurts when it gets bumped, but she has come a long way. She has lots of heavy scabbing and occasionally it still drains/bleeds, but the wounds were very deep, so I guess that's to be expected.

I took this photo of Sara on Sunday afternoon playing in one of our hayfields. You'll notice that she's not putting a lot of weight on her right leg... but she sure had to use it to get onto this haybale. It was a real challenge and she really struggled to get up there, but she's one determined little girl. She's a real treasure.

Edited... cause I forgot the photo!! duh...

 

[JennsPeeps]

 

[steffpeck]

I am glad she is doing better.