they had me deliver him to the vet and then killed him

This is the saddest day. I haven't been so sad ever sence my mom died. Some of you know about my dog Perry and how he bit my nephew. I had to take him back to the rescue place today. They asked me to drop him off at this place and later I found out they killed him minutes later. They had me deliver him to his death. I am heartbroken. I was told they were going to try to work with him. They flat out lied. I brought a new puppy home because my kids were upset. She is a 4 month old German Shepard. I wish I could be more excited about her but I am just so mad and upset.

 

I am so sorry. I can't believe something like that happened to you how horrible! Did you relinquish your dog to the rescue? IM sure you must have questioned them as to why they put the dog to sleep? What was their reasoning behind it? Most rescues will first try to rehabilitate and euthanization is almost always a last resort. This just blows my mind! It sounds as if the dog may have bitten in the first place out of fear. Quite possibly the dog had never been around children before you adopted him. If my memory serves me right you first got your dog from a rescue or shelter?

 

That is very sad. :cry:

 

Mix Breed lover: I know some shelters ,if a dog was involved in a biting incident, they are p.t.s. right away. I had the same thing happen to me a year and a half ago. The dog was "involved" in an attack on a person, but had no contact with the person.

Once you relinquish the dog to the shelter, you no longer have any say so in the matter. We even tried to get the dog back, and they wouldn't let us get her back because we sign off all rights to her. She was dog aggressive, but not people aggressive. But she was involved where someone was bit. I still to this day feel guilt that this dog was turned over to the shelter.

The shelter will flat out not adopt out a dog that has been involved in any aggressive behavioral incident at all. They just don't have the time to evaluate each incident.

I truly know your pain and what you're going through.

 

I am so sorry for you, your children and the poor dog. You did the right thing in removing him from the home and keeping the children safe. You also did the right thing in bringing in a pup so they won't become afraid of dogs.

I understand why the rescue organization wouldn't chance placing an animal that has a history of biting, they should have been honest and up front with you about what their plans were BEFORE you took the dog in.

Rather than feeling guilty and beating yourself up over what THEY did (over which you had no contrl), think of the alternative. If they HAD placed him in a home and he injured a child, you would have felt much worse.

Just love your new baby and know that you tried to do what was best for all involved.

 

I wonder if unknown to you, but known to the rescue, that maybe the dog has a biting history. That might be why they put him down.

 

this is horrible...I'm so sorry but you did the right thing getting a new little puppy. She will help you with your loss.

my prayers are with you.

 

I'm so sorry! I was in a situation like that as well. We adopted an adult dog from a shelter, and after a day or so he started attacking my other dog. She was only 9 months old. I called a behaviorist and consulted with her over the phone, and she thought it would be really damaging to my pup to try to work with the other dog. Also, she felt my cats would be in danger since he was so unpredictable.

When I called the shelter, one of the workers told me (she wasn't supposed to) that if I brought him back he would be put down. He had been in too many homes and had problems (they didn't mention that part before I adopted him) and it was the end of the line for him.

So I kept him for a few days and managed to find a foster home for him. He was finally adopted once more - and then they returned him because the woman siad he bit their 13-year-old son who was now scared of him (I have a feeling he just nipped at him because I NEVER saw any aggression toward people in this dog). So they brought him back to the shelter and they ended up putting him to sleep. I was so sad!!

Looking back, now that I have some distance from the problem, I see that it was best for this dog. He was very troubled. He had been adopted out from the shelter as a pup and came back in as a stray. This happened to him several times before I got to him. I think there was just too much damage done, and too much instinct took over during his time on the streets.

I'm so sorry about Perry. They should have told you up front what they would do. I would like to be shocked that a rescue would do this, but I tried to get my guy into a rescue and they said they would come and get him but they would put him down immediately because they know he had severe separation issues at the shelter. At least they told me up front, though!

Perry is in a better place now, and even though you only had him for a short time he is waiting for you at the Bridge (poem below). Dogs understand our failings and they always forgive.

Try to enjoy your new pup! Get one of Ian Dunbar's puppy books to help you get off on the right foot. Also, get "How to Be Leader of the Pack" by Patricia McConnell.



The Rainbow Bridge

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....

Author unknown...

 

Thank you everyone for you kindness. This has just been an awful week. Like I said one of the worst parts was to know that they had me take him. They had told me they would work with him but they then said they couldn't work with a dog with a bite history. I understand that. Why would they have me deliver him to his death. That is very hard for me. I took him there and told him bye and that I love him. I even took some of his favorite treats and toy and minutes later he was gone. I was the last one to see him who loved him. He must have wondered why. Why would I let them kill him. I am devestated. I trusted these people and they broke my heart. I know I must move on but it's hard.

The thing is now my brother-in-law says he wants to sue Planned Pethood. I don't want this to happen. They are a rescue group and they do alott of good work for animals. This was not a bad bite. My nephew didn't even need to go to the hospital. I told him if he wanted to sue someone it should be me. After all Perry was in my home he was my dog. I was in charge of him. My sister says she won't let him but I'm not so sure she can stop him.

My new little girl is very sweet. I decided to get a puppy so she can be properly socialised and trained. My kids are thrilled and so is my husband. He has always wanted a German Shepherd. We named he Danielle or Danny for short. I have never raised a puppy before. Any tips? I have a crate and she is doing well with that. I do love her and I really think a puppy was the right thing to do. She is chewing on everything of course
but we will work through that. Again thank you for your support. I really need it right now.

Stacey

 

Mix Breed Lover: Sometimes life just seems so unfair. Things happen and we just don't have a clue why. Perry does not blame you, nobody blames you. It was just an unfortunate situation.

Just enjoy your new pup and give it all your best you have to offer. Perry is watching over you and still loving you.

I can't offer any constructive advise on raising puppies. I'm still learning myself. Good luck and peace to you.