Attacked again - Exclusively Setters2024-03-29T06:14:44Zhttp://irishsetters.ning.com/forum/topics/attacked-again?commentId=865021%3AComment%3A498089&feed=yes&xn_auth=noGood idea!tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2011-06-25:865021:Comment:6464842011-06-25T18:21:10.797ZHoward Glansfieldhttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/HowardGlansfield
Good idea!
Good idea! This is so distressing for ev…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2011-06-25:865021:Comment:6467642011-06-25T16:19:15.524ZLois McCulloughhttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/LoisMcCullough
This is so distressing for everyone who has encountered these types of problems and yet today we took our 2 boys to agility classes approx. 20 dogs all shapes sizes and breeds all happy and friendly off lead - responsible owners!!
This is so distressing for everyone who has encountered these types of problems and yet today we took our 2 boys to agility classes approx. 20 dogs all shapes sizes and breeds all happy and friendly off lead - responsible owners!! I'm so sorry this has happene…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2011-06-25:865021:Comment:6464712011-06-25T15:59:42.011ZSheree Parrishhttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/ShereeParrish
<p>I'm so sorry this has happened yet again Howard, I feel your frustration and anger.</p>
<p>If it helps others to know, only a few weeks back the Westie was offlead again, despite there being a police order that it has to be kept on a lead at all times when in a public place, it snuck up on Henry from behind, took a bite out of one of his feet and knocked him off his feet with suprise, then went for his throat. It all happened too quickly for me to get my jif out but I was screaming all…</p>
<p>I'm so sorry this has happened yet again Howard, I feel your frustration and anger.</p>
<p>If it helps others to know, only a few weeks back the Westie was offlead again, despite there being a police order that it has to be kept on a lead at all times when in a public place, it snuck up on Henry from behind, took a bite out of one of his feet and knocked him off his feet with suprise, then went for his throat. It all happened too quickly for me to get my jif out but I was screaming all sorts at the owner, needless to say, Henry and I hobbled home and it was reported to the police yet again. Henry's wound was only a minor one, thank goodness and, although intermittently lame for a couple of days, he has made a good recovery and it hasn't dampened his spirits.</p>
<p>I'm so lucky that the police here in Milton Keynes are on the ball, they instantly gave the owner a final warning, since then there has been another complaint made against the dog, I fear that the owners bullish attitude to the law is going to result in this dog being taken away and destroyed.</p>
<p>I cannot understand this, surely if you love your pet you make sure you abide by the order given by the police so that you can continue to enjoy sharing your life with it???</p>
<p>I'm going to a meeting with the local police on 1st July, at their invitation, as there has been a massive increase in dog on dog attacks. I'm not sure what can be done about it but I'm a firm believer in reporting each attack, just incase it can lead to a caution or similar to the owner. Maybe if enough people complain about the same dog(s), then the police will be able to act, if they aren't aware of whats going on then there isn't anything they can do.</p>
<p>I hope your lovely boy is ok and that this doesn't happen again.</p>
<p>All the best, Sheree</p> another shocking story. They…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2011-06-25:865021:Comment:6456282011-06-25T09:55:45.386ZEunice Marotthttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/EuniceMarott
another shocking story. They are attempting to ban pitbulls in Australia. Lots of bitten children and adults. One just recently in Sydney.
another shocking story. They are attempting to ban pitbulls in Australia. Lots of bitten children and adults. One just recently in Sydney. Hi Howard. I hope Fred is not…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2011-06-25:865021:Comment:6459672011-06-25T09:33:55.006ZKenny Jarvishttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/KennyJarvis
Hi Howard. <br></br><br></br>I hope Fred is not too upset. We know how you feel as our dogs Simba and Samson were involved in a similar situation a couple of weeks ago. We had just spent a nice day fishing on our local canal and were heading home for the day. I was loaded up with all my fishing gear and my partner had the dogs on there leads. We were approached by a young man with two dogs one on lead and on off (Staffie and a Pitbull) The man said its ok they are both friendly but the one off lead…
Hi Howard. <br/><br/>I hope Fred is not too upset. We know how you feel as our dogs Simba and Samson were involved in a similar situation a couple of weeks ago. We had just spent a nice day fishing on our local canal and were heading home for the day. I was loaded up with all my fishing gear and my partner had the dogs on there leads. We were approached by a young man with two dogs one on lead and on off (Staffie and a Pitbull) The man said its ok they are both friendly but the one off lead started to have a go at Simba as we turned round to try and separate them and the Pitbull that was on a lead decided to grab Samson by the throat and was violently swinging him, we managed to separate them and Samson would not stop Houling,The man said sorry and was very apologetic .We checked the dogs over and could not see any damage, But when we got home we found that Samson have five punture wounds on his lower jaw. <br/><br/>This has upset us all as we had both are dogs on lead and neither of them would hurt a flee.Why can these people get away with having these dogs not muzzled that is what i want to know. <br/><br/>On contacting my local police force they did not give a damm which i find disgusting,What if they attacked a child? <br/><br/>Anyway this week in our loacl newspaper the police are now looking for a dog ownwer of a Staffie and a Pitbull in connection with a attack on a small child i bet any money its the same owner. <br/><br/>Samson is all healed up cosmetically but i think it may of affected him mentally as on our walk the other night he did cower behind me when passing another dog. glad all ended o.k. must have…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2011-06-25:865021:Comment:6456142011-06-25T06:58:42.409ZEunice Marotthttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/EuniceMarott
glad all ended o.k. must have been awful for you all. I agree with Lois's comments
glad all ended o.k. must have been awful for you all. I agree with Lois's comments I hate that this is something…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2011-06-25:865021:Comment:6458762011-06-25T03:51:42.434ZSherry Millerhttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/SherryMiller
<p>I hate that this is something we have to keep dealing with....you would think that the owner of the agressive dog would always leash him after the first time it happened. Sounds like the neighbor who lets her pitbull out the front door to run....says it has never harmed anyone but just barks and charges! We have called but by time police arrive dog is back inside....actually was told to get the dog into by yard and keep it there until they arrive........great idea if I wish to be attacked,…</p>
<p>I hate that this is something we have to keep dealing with....you would think that the owner of the agressive dog would always leash him after the first time it happened. Sounds like the neighbor who lets her pitbull out the front door to run....says it has never harmed anyone but just barks and charges! We have called but by time police arrive dog is back inside....actually was told to get the dog into by yard and keep it there until they arrive........great idea if I wish to be attacked, don't you think? Some people need to never be allowed to own a dog! Excuse is it is my daughters dog and she is away at college which just makes me grit my teeth even more as when she was home for last four years she never once took that dog for a walk and I can just about bet it has never had any of the required injections!</p>
<p> Howard I am sorry that this keeps happening to poor Fred and to you....we should be able to walk our pets without fear of attack.......have you talked to others who use the same walk area to find out if this is happening to other's pets also? Would a petition of names help? Hard to believe that it takes a major incident ( human bit or injured ) for law enforcement to decide to step in. Give poor Fred a hug from us. </p> Oh the advantages of being fe…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2011-06-24:865021:Comment:6452102011-06-24T21:29:45.907Zeva ciechonskahttp://irishsetters.ning.com/xn/detail/u_0gijg39gsgi1q
Oh the advantages of being female. Go girls!!!!
Oh the advantages of being female. Go girls!!!! Howard, I do think you should…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2011-06-24:865021:Comment:6456752011-06-24T18:00:47.148Zeva ciechonskahttp://irishsetters.ning.com/xn/detail/u_0gijg39gsgi1q
<p>Howard, I do think you should report it to the police and keep on reporting it every time it happens. Make yourself a nuisance. They might act just to get you off their back. It is a b..... shame that you haven't been bitten I don't mean it in any way other than if you had the police would have been forced to take action!! Can you not tell them that the dog launched himself at you. It is only a suggestion but it might produce some result.</p>
<p>I have over the years had my dogs…</p>
<p>Howard, I do think you should report it to the police and keep on reporting it every time it happens. Make yourself a nuisance. They might act just to get you off their back. It is a b..... shame that you haven't been bitten I don't mean it in any way other than if you had the police would have been forced to take action!! Can you not tell them that the dog launched himself at you. It is only a suggestion but it might produce some result.</p>
<p>I have over the years had my dogs attacked on numerous occasions. The perpetrators had my boot and I didn't really care where I got them. Unfortunately you are not only dealing with an aggressive dog you are also dealing with an owner in denial who can also react if you bash his pet. </p>
<p>We used to meet a Dalmatian who was very aggressive and attacked many dogs. All the dog walkers clubbed together and got the dog banned unless he was muzzled and on a flexi. It worked. </p>
<p>Keep pestering the police and good luck.</p> Susan and Lois you are so rig…tag:irishsetters.ning.com,2011-06-24:865021:Comment:6456682011-06-24T17:37:48.008ZHoward Glansfieldhttp://irishsetters.ning.com/profile/HowardGlansfield
<p>Susan and Lois you are so right, Fred is nearly eight and,luckily,he hasn't turned nasty with other dogs but I wonder if he might have a go at the attack dog if they meet again .I do carry a Jif lemon but the attack started 'out of range'.I have a very stout walking stick and I will start using it when I go out and using it ,if I have to,to defend me and my babies.As you say 'Sod the consequences'!</p>
<p>I will report it to the Police but I know it is not 'their policy' in this area to take…</p>
<p>Susan and Lois you are so right, Fred is nearly eight and,luckily,he hasn't turned nasty with other dogs but I wonder if he might have a go at the attack dog if they meet again .I do carry a Jif lemon but the attack started 'out of range'.I have a very stout walking stick and I will start using it when I go out and using it ,if I have to,to defend me and my babies.As you say 'Sod the consequences'!</p>
<p>I will report it to the Police but I know it is not 'their policy' in this area to take action when it is a dog on dog attack.</p>
<p>You are right,Fred is ok,it's me and my wife who are not.</p>
<p>Thanks for your kind words.</p>