Dog- need advice.

[MissChick@dee]

So because ones plate is full, we decide to end a life? Do you know how many dogs die a day because life happens and plates are full?

The OP has stated this dog is actually fine around animals when supervised, it's when he is not supervised that there is trouble. Sounds like he is entertaining himself. There is no boundaries. Let him out to go to the bathroom, bring him back in. He doesn't get freedom if he doesn't behave. The problems started when he got freedom he wasn't ready for. So instead of jumping to euthansia, wouldn't just supervising the dog be the next logical step? How about finding a home without kids or dogs?

The dog is going to pay with his life because yes the plates full and he no longer fits the lifestyle. It's that simple. Dogs are not disposable. They are a life long commitment. When things change, it's up to us to do right by them. There are lots of options here, starting with giving this dog boundaries and way way less freedom to do what he wants.

I completely understand things change and I'm not judging the OP, but I am sticking with their are other options. The dog was a good dog in the past, that doesn't just change. All I'm suggesting is to look at what changed and how to make it like it was before.

I wish all the best to the OP

I will disagree respectfully. It’s not about lifestyle. If my beloved dog killed my chickens my neighbors chickens and other dogs. It’s not because she was not cared for. I would not have a animal that has a proven prepinsity to kill other animals.
Some are so quick to point out the feel good option “ I could save this animal”. To empathize with someone is not the same thing as pointing out “if it were me”.
Before we expound on just how many vet’s we’ve worked for how many organizations we worked for how many we’ve fostered how many animals we’ve rehabilitated for those organizations (yes I have).
The one lesson to be shared by everyone... be of help if you can
(actually doing something) or if you can’t help
(by meeting a need)
then just listen.
It’s not fair to pass judgment. We all have opinions.
Some of our real life experiences are different. And those experiences are how we form our opinions. Best wishes

 

[MissChick@dee]

If someone wants to take him, fully knowing his history, I'd be VERY worried that they were planning to fight him or at least use him to kill things for entertainment.
Even if it were possible to rehabilitate him, better to put that time and energy into multiple dogs, none of which are a potential threat to children, than put it into this one dog who is and probably always will be dangerous.

 

[TheOgdensmenagerie]

Well I heard back from the owner of the rescue and her consensus was due to the breed mix and his behaviors he should be euthanized. she said unfortunately due to the fact that he's killed dogs and cats on multiple occasions no one's going to take him and rehome him. She said sometimes with that particular mix for whatever reason they become extremely pray driven and there's no changing it. She was extremely empathetic and hated to have to break that to me but her overall judgment was that. She also let me know that in our state even if the animal was rehomed someone could sue me also if an issue was to come later on down the line. Due to the dangerous dog laws is considered a red line and any previous owner or shelter would be held liable for his future actions.

 

[PirateGirl]

Well I heard back from the owner of the rescue and her consensus was due to the breed mix and his behaviors he should be euthanized. she said unfortunately due to the fact that he's killed dogs and cats on multiple occasions no one's going to take him and rehome him. She said sometimes with that particular mix for whatever reason they become extremely pray driven and there's no changing it. She was extremely empathetic and hated to have to break that to me but her overall judgment was that. She also let me know that in our state even if the animal was rehomed someone could sue me also if an issue was to come later on down the line. Due to the dangerous dog laws is considered a red line and any previous owner or shelter would be held liable for his future actions.

I think you did good by reaching out to a breed professional in your region for another opinion and to give you options, if there are any.

I do want to mention that once you feel you have gotten all you need from the community on this thread that you can ask a moderator to close it to further comment to avoid further unnecessary hot debate that does not serve you in this difficult time.

Best wishes as you move forward and have fun with the new baby on the way!

 

[Geena]

I’d be putting him down because he’s a dog killer and there’s something mentally wrong with dogs that kill other dogs.

While we as humans find it distasteful, it's not at all unusual for animals to kill, and sometimes even consume, others of the same species. Wolves, big cats, bears, primates and many others do so on a regular basis.
This particular dog may indeed be mentally unstable, I don't know, but I wouldn't label him as such only because he's killed other dogs.

 

[MissChick@dee]

I think you did good by reaching out to a breed professional in your region for another opinion and to give you options, if there are any.

I do want to mention that once you feel you have gotten all you need from the community on this thread that you can ask a moderator to close it to further comment to avoid further unnecessary hot debate that does not serve you in this difficult time.

Best wishes as you move forward and have fun with the new baby on the way!

Yes...next time you post @Ogdenfarms22 we want to hear all about the new baby. Merry Christmas. Blessings

 

[dalasgalas]

Well I heard back from the owner of the rescue and her consensus was due to the breed mix and his behaviors he should be euthanized. she said unfortunately due to the fact that he's killed dogs and cats on multiple occasions no one's going to take him and rehome him. She said sometimes with that particular mix for whatever reason they become extremely pray driven and there's no changing it. She was extremely empathetic and hated to have to break that to me but her overall judgment was that. She also let me know that in our state even if the animal was rehomed someone could sue me also if an issue was to come later on down the line. Due to the dangerous dog laws is considered a red line and any previous owner or shelter would be held liable for his future actions.

That was really smart, reaching out like you did, and brave.

I'd also like to point out how brave and understanding you have been to read through this amazing array of opinions on what is always a topic of hot debate.

I don't offer to say a prayer often, but I will for you and the sweet dog you are making a tough decision on this week.

 

[Crazydoglady99]

 

[Kris5902]

I’m sorry for your having to make this hard decision. Sometimes no matter what we try to do an animals behavior is out of our control. Sending you loving thoughts for what Is a most difficult time and decision. I think you have made the responsible choice for the safety of your family and neighboring animals. Condolences and best wishes...

 

[Caileys_Chickens]

stop jest find him a new home he doesn't deserve to die! think of what your doing! ending a life! he could be good again find him a new home please try!please1

It's not worth trying. That dog is a danger to the community. I'm sorry to say, but the best advice to give this person is to put it down. I know it sucks, but the dog is going to to hurt someone, possibly kill and I dont want the owners to suffer through that