I got attacked by a dog today

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Originally Posted by Tiger1206

nope, not at all. After the dog bit me and the dogs ran back to the garage, he closed the doors real fast, and has not even come over to apologize.
I know a place not far away in Jersey where if someone would encounter a such case and won't get an apology, the owner will see his dogs dead on the next day, just like in a movie though this is real haha


and I better not talk about it
 
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Originally Posted by CarolPetunia

And what infuriates me is that it's the dog who is suffering, and may even end up euthanized, for a stupid, irresponsible owner who didn't keep him on a leash! Apparently didn't give him any training, either.
I agree with you. The sad thing is, the other dog who was with him, looking to attack as well, was only 5 months old!!! They didn't take that dog, but I hope they will get it some proper training.
 

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You poor thing, that's horrible!!!! Your poor son will probably hate going to get the mail now as well


Originally Posted by Tiger1206

I think the only citation he got was for the rabies not being current, they said they couldn't citate him for "off-leash" because they didn't see it themselves.
That's ridiculous!!!!
Obviously the dogs were off leash! How else would they have been able to go for you from across the street??
 

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Tiger1206;1941557 said:
I think the only citation he got was for the rabies not being current, they said they couldn't citate him for "off-leash" because they didn't see it themselves.
That is the stupidest reasoning, they didnt see it themselves. But for the fact that the dogs were not on leash, you would not have been bitten. Simple cause and effect. No observation was needed.
 

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Oh my! I'm glad it wasn't more serious. I can't believe that the guy didn't go out to see what was going on or call his dog off.

Are their dogs known for being aggressive?
 

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How horrible!
such a good thing your son was sleeping. i don't think i would let him get the mail anymore. what a horrible neighbor. what kind of owner doesn't at least train their animals to NOT attack people. i always train my pets. it isn't formal training, but by the time they are grown up they know what not to do, what get down, move, stop and other various commands are. and they usually come when called. dog and cat. unless they are stubborn, then it takes a bit longer but eventually it happens. but i hope you feel better and the neighbor gets what he deserves.
 

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Originally Posted by arie85

I know a place not far away in Jersey where if someone would encounter a such case and won't get an apology, the owner will see his dogs dead on the next day, just like in a movie though this is real haha


and I better not talk about it
un thats really not funny. Why should the dogs suffer cause their human is a moron?




on topic, sorry you were bit hun. keep it clean, and use triple antiobotic, and you should be good. If you see any redness or spidering, get to the doc right away.
 

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Thats terrible.I'm so glad your son was not with you ,a encounter like that might make him for ever scared of dogs. I have never heard of some one being bitten by a dog and the owners not held responsible.In my state dogs are taken and the owners go to court then the judge decides if the dog is dangerous and what needs to be done. Often a dog that bites is put to sleep. Which is a shame as a owner knowing a dog might bite should keep him leashed at all times.
Keep a watch on the bite and if it shows any signs of redness soreness get to a doc. Maybe when your going to your mailbox you could take a pepper spray just to be safe?
 
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Thanks everyone for you well wishes

Luckily my kids didn't see it happen (I have 3) but they did hear the screaming and saw the aftermath. They now will not go outside at all, not even in the fully fenced in back yard because they are still so scared. My 8 year old is a HUGE animal lover, but told me last night, he never ever wants a big dog
 

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Originally Posted by arie85

I know a place not far away in Jersey where if someone would encounter a such case and won't get an apology, the owner will see his dogs dead on the next day, just like in a movie though this is real haha


and I better not talk about it



Wish I knew were the place was- would'nt be ther anymore... guaranteed


Anyways, back to reality:

That is just awful your neighbor is soo irresponsible
I agree, I would surely take them to court. People like that need to be hit, in the pocketbook that is

Hope your bite heals up nicely. And I really hope that poor dog finds a better home- both of them for that matter. As you said the other one was in the same state of mind- what PATHETIC people! jeez!
 

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Originally Posted by Tiger1206

Thanks everyone for you well wishes

Luckily my kids didn't see it happen (I have 3) but they did hear the screaming and saw the aftermath. They now will not go outside at all, not even in the fully fenced in back yard because they are still so scared. My 8 year old is a HUGE animal lover, but told me last night, he never ever wants a big dog
If you want to make him understand not all dogs are like that take them to a local dog park and explain to them its all in the owners and let them meet some sweet big dogs (like danes) but of course take it slow and thats only if you want him to not feel scared around all large dogs.

And I kinda agree to take pepper spray with you to the mailbox if the dog does come back. The better thing to do would be go to a pet store and buy some Directstop. Its a citronella spray and what we you at work for emergencies only. Its pepper spray for dogs, they hate citronella and you spray it directly into the nose and eyes and it will stop almost all dogs. I know they sell it at petsmart and petedge.com

I'm sorry you got bit! I hate owners like that, they make me sick... I hope you heal soon! And hopefully something will be done. Good luck
 

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that is truly awful.
I hope you heal quickly.

My sister got bit by a neighborhood dog when she was little. She still doesn't like dogs. Not that I blame her. the worst part was the dog that did it bit several other people and nothing was done about it.
It was a dog that was kept on a tie-out and routinely got loose.
 

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Im glad you are ok, attacks are scary. I was bit in the face by my aunts wolf (yeah the woman had a wild animal as a pet) and Ive been bit in the hand by a former pet of mine (little cocker spaniel)... It is very frightening and It really urks me that the neighbor didnt even show concern towards you. Those dogs should have been on a leash. I am very thankful that your son wasnt a part of the attack, as much as I hate hearing you were hurt, your child may have been worse off. I hope you get better soon sweetie!!!
 

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Im' so sorry that happened to you.

I hate irresponsible owners,, He needed to be taken to jail for that.. i honestly and truly believe that.. If he doesn't have them in sight or doesn't have them on a leash,, he is responsible...

That's horrible that happened, and soo unfair,, especially if it was your younger child.. Oh horrible!!
 

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Oh My goodness! That steams me that the owner did not come check on you.
I am so sorry you got hurt but at the same time am glad your boy was not the one against that dog.
 
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