[Julie-at-home]

Although we havent had a formal evaluation yet, the certified trainer I just spent an hour talking with thinks that she just has possessive/dominance issues with my kids. He is convinced- based on conversation and not yet an evaluation- that she can be trained to respect the kids, and hence, end the snapping. I'm not sure I agree that the two are exactly connected. Anyway, I have a lot to think about. But I am beginning to think that perhaps we are not a match made in heaven. Does that mean we can't live with her anymore? Probably. I dont think I am willing to take the risk of her snapping again during the training process. I am not a dog dumper, but I have to face the fact that my daughter is frightened for her safety and this dog is the culprit. Does that mean she has to die? Probably not. I just have to find the right situation for her, hopefully there is one.