Dog- need advice.

[Lyranonamous]

So I have decided to look for Rescues. I found a Great Pyreness and GP mix rescue about 6 hours away. Closest thing I could find. I have contacted them and asked for help. The lady didn't sound to thrilled about his behaviors etc and said they actually have a lot of problems with GP lab mixes.
She is going to have the owner contact me to talk over options if we have any with them.

I'm glad you contacted them. Maybe they can help and if they can't you will know you did everything possible. Then any decision will be easier for you and your family. I know none of this is easy for you. Please keep us updated on what happens. Most people on here are supportive and nice. Ignore the ones who aren't.

 

[babsbag]

I will admit that I didn't read every thread so I might have missed some things, but your dog is becoming protective, which is what an LGD does around the age of 2. Killing the cats and dogs on his land is common, he is protecting what is his and these intruding animals are not part of his flock or family. Killing the chickens is most likely a matter of training and boredom, but also remember he is part bird dog. So he has mixed traits, chase the birds or protect the birds. He may do very well on a farm with large animals, but with the lab in him he will most likely always have a higher prey drive. That being said, killing animals is a far cry from hurting humans, and yes, LGDs are often edgy with guests, but they will protect their family with their life.

LGDs are unique dogs in how they think and how they act but there are usually loyal to a fault.

I understand your concern, and humans do come first, especially kids, but I don't see his behavior as anything out of the ordinary for a dog that is a mix of Pyr and Lab. Unfortunately he may be a hard dog to rehome as he doesn't quite fit in as a farm guardian or as a stock guardian. You have a hard decision to make, and for that I am sorry.

 

[Kris5902]

@Lyranonamous @babsbag ...

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.

Posted mid December...

 

[Peppercorngal]

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.

So did you euthanize him? I know its (was?) hard, but best for humans and pets alike. You know/knew that. Move on in this new year! Have a better 2019!

 

[babsbag]

Just sad if that is the way it ended.

 

[TashaFrancois]

I’m so sorry. I hope you did t have to put him down. I hope you never have to do anyone like that again.