Advice Needed : Agression

[Julie-at-home]

I just found out it is a no-kill shelter. Does that mean what it sounds like it means, that they would hold her in a cell until they run out of room, then move her to a shelter that kills? I can't do that to her, leave her there to sit for who knows how long.

[AngelBunny]

Originally Posted by Julie-at-home

I just found out it is a no-kill shelter. Does that mean what it sounds like it means, that they would hold her in a cell until they run out of room, then move her to a shelter that kills? I can't do that to her, leave her there to sit for who knows how long.

Many no-kill shelters won't take dogs that can't be adopted out.

Biters can't be adopted out.

[alice's mommy]

Aaaag, you poor thing, what a horrible time. Please keep us updated on what transpires and remember that you are freeing her of her demons, not giving up on her.

[tcote]

Please take YOUR dog to A vet an have her put down the right way. She needs to be free of her demons. Then bring her home in a small box so your kids can have some closer.....Their are some good books out there for kids that have lost pets...I am sorry you are going thru this but please do the right thing for her!

[Da05128]

Please, please take her to a vet to by PTS. You've stuck with her this long, don't abandon her at the end...put your differences aside and go to the vet. It is incredibly stressful for a dog to be left at a shelter full of unfamiliar smells, people, and other dogs. As hard as this will be for you, at least be there to comfort her in her final moments - don't make her be surrounded by strangers.

Dana

[observer]

Julie,

Dana's post above is absolutely correct. DO NOT take her and leave her with strangers at any shelter, "no kill" or not. Take her to a vet (you don't have to go to the vet you are unhappy with) and hold her in your arms while you and the vet set her free. Do not let her last days be full of fear and confusion.

Here's the thread the other Dana (pazzo) referred to. She has been through this same thing. http://www.rottweiler.net/forums/beh...ts-broken.html

None of this is your fault, but she is your responsibility. You owe her more than just leaving her somewhere and walking away.

[Julie-at-home]

My intention was never ever to leave her at a shelter.

It's over, she's gone. With the help of the vet. I need to say thank you for all of your advice and kind words of support. You said what I needed to hear and for that, I am grateful.

[observer]

I'm so sorry, Julie, for what you have been through. You did the right thing in an awful situation. She's free now, and will love you forever for that.

[Jaidann]

I'm sorry, Julie. It hurts a lot to do this. Please take some comfort in knowing you've set her free. And that's about the greatest gift we can give.

[moondog]

Originally Posted by Julie-at-home

It's over, she's gone. With the help of the vet.

I'm sorry you had to go through this, and sorry for your loss. You did the right thing for her as well as your family, because a dog is no happier living in a world with perceptions of danger than any human being is.

Here's an article by a very gifted vet on this topic.....she believes emotional pain (and dogs can suffer from it as yours did) is every bit as painful as physical pain and to deny euthanasia would be a disservice to the dog.

http://www.mmilani.com/commentary-200311.html

The right thing is the right thing, even when it hurts.

[AngelBunny]

So sorry, so very sorry for your heartbreaking, terrible situation. I admire your courage in standing by her at the end. That takes guts and compassion.

Please take comfort in knowing you did the right thing by putting her down.

[pazzo]

I am truly sorry for your loss. You did the only thing you could.
I know how much it hurts, but I hope you feel stronger with the support you receieve here.

I know it got me thru, the very people on this board played a crucial role at a very difficult time and brought me a peace that my friends and family could not. These people know this breed and have a deep love and in some cases have dedicated thier life to the rottweiler, if they are behind you, you know you did the right thing, I hope you realize how unselfish you were and the courage you posess to have done this.

My thoughts are with you and you family.

P.S- thanks observer....i have no idea how to post a link.

[Kandi]

Julie,
I am so sorry you had to go through this. You did everything you could for her, and please be in doubt that this was the best thing to do. she is free, no pain, no more suffering.
I know it has to be hard for you, but you did the right thing for you and your family as well as for your precious little girl.
You are in my thoughts and prayers daily.

kandi

[mrgimpy]

Julie,
You made the right decision in staying to the end and not dumping the dog off.. So many times I hear that bad dogs were surrendered without disclosure, As is the case with my boy. AI have been told he was a surrender due to illness. It turns out it is his mind that is ill, I have not given up on him, This is only due to the fact I do not have children. Your family's safety always takes center stage. Be strong And you will find the best pup in the world.

[Lola B Marie]

Dear Julie,
In time you will be ok with this decision. It was brave on your part and now your children will not be in any danger and your entire family can take a deep breath. The tension in your house was not fair to the family. You did what you could to change your dog's behavior and through no fault of your own, the dog just could not respond. If the dog really would have connected with one of the children and given a more powerful bite that did damage, you would never ever have been able to forgive your self. You did the right thing. You are a strong woman and an excellent mother!!