amr2386
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| 06/23/2008 6:31 PM |
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a pitbull jumped my fenced today and attacked Max i rushed him to the vet but the vet said he will be fine, but i'm not so sure. Max has been heavy all day and he has not eaten or drank since 11 am. he gets up and walks and everything. does anyone have any signs i should look out for? i mean i don't want him to pass away on me or anything and the vet said he should be fine. i guess i'm just worried. he's also been sleeping alot |
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MurphyDog
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| 06/23/2008 6:39 PM |
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That's awful! It sounds like Max is resting... having a pitbull come at you is traumatizing for anyone! The vet say's he'll be fine... is Max hurt or wounded? Does he seem to be in pain if you pick him up (like broken rib or whatnot)? And what's going on with this pitbull? |
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Mitch and Murphy Hancock (the dog)
"I've seen a look in dogs' eyes, a quickly vanishing look of amazed contempt, and I am convinced that basically dogs think humans are nuts." - John Steinbeck |
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michelle
Bratty Ratty
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| 06/23/2008 6:41 PM |
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Im sure he will be fine. Probably just needs lots of loves and rest. Please keep us posted. |
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michelle, mom to Sydney (JRT), Sonic (Rattie) and Proud mom to Army son, Jordan
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Bailey's mom
Bratty Ratty
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| 06/23/2008 6:45 PM |
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Surely the vet checked him out good. He's probably just worn out from all the trauma.
Myself and Bailey have been through an attack before which she was hospitalized and had two surgeries so I know how you are feeling. Let us know how he is doing. |
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~Nancy~
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amr2386
Rattie
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| 06/23/2008 6:47 PM |
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| the owners of the pitbull only were given a warning and has to keep the dog tied when outside no other action was takin and i was furious seriously it jumped My fence and attacked my dog. he doesn't yelped in pain anymore when i pick him up but he's breathing really heavy and i have the ac on. he won't eat or drink. and now he won't come to me when called but he will wag his tail. when i approach him. anyways the pitbull had him by the throat and was shaking him like a rag doll, then he went after his mid section. a neigbor came over and helped me get the pitbull off of Max and thats when i rushed him to the vet |
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Bailey's mom
Bratty Ratty
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| 06/23/2008 6:50 PM |
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| Did the vet do x-rays? Does he have any wounds. |
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~Nancy~
aka Bailey's Mom |
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amr2386
Rattie
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| 06/23/2008 6:51 PM |
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| no wounds and did xrays but didn't see anything but he wants max to come back in in the morning to make sure. or if he gets worse tonight then i bring him back but right now he's just breathing heavy and sleeping and has been for a good 3 hours now |
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Bailey's mom
Bratty Ratty
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| 06/23/2008 6:58 PM |
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| I would for sure take him back in the morning and get rechecked. Bless his little heart. I will keep him in my thoughts and hope he gets all better soon. |
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~Nancy~
aka Bailey's Mom |
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amr2386
Rattie
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| 06/23/2008 7:03 PM |
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| thanks everyone. i will keep you all posted |
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Noodles n Me
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| 06/23/2008 7:05 PM |
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| sounds like maybe a little shocky. Watch that his gums stay pink..if they turn white GO TO VETS NOW. Let him rest and he should feel better if not in a few hours then by AM. He might be a little shy for a the next few days because of the attack, but that SHOULD pass also. Good luck and please keep us updated! |
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amr2386
Rattie
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| 06/23/2008 7:09 PM |
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| his gums were really white at 10 am when this happened. his gums are pink now but i'm worried about him not eating or drinking all day. he did eat and drink at 8 am but not since,and i'm worried about his heavy breathing. i know h's going to be shy. he's acting like it now, but i'll be patient with him. thanks for all the advice everyone i appreciate it |
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Emg
Terrier Terror
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| 06/23/2008 7:18 PM |
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Wow, that's scary. Sorry this happened to Max, and I hope he'll pull through ok.  Please keep us posted. |
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Sara, Sam's mommy |
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Noodles n Me
Terrier Terror
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| 06/23/2008 7:18 PM |
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| sometimes if you give them a cool wet wash cloth they'll lick it. Not eating is not as bad as not drinking but he'll be fine for a few more hours. heavy breathing is a sign of shock and of extreme nervousness both can be resloved but rest and quiet. I'd like to be able to tell you he will be alright and the vets thinks so, but if I was in your spot I would no way be assured of that either, so keep a watch and we will send positive thoughts your way. |
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There is no joy greater than being owned by a Rattie!!
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Amy
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| 06/23/2008 7:33 PM |
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Oh my heavens. So sorry to hear about this. Poor Max. Poor Mommy. Let us know how he is in the morning. |
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Katie'sMom
Terrier Terror
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| 06/23/2008 7:46 PM |
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| Do you have a dropper that you could put some gatorade on and try to get him to drink that? As Cat said, watch his gums and don't let him dehydrate (pinch skin and if it doesn't go back down, but stays pinched up, he is dehydrated). He is traumatized, but you don't want him in shock. Keep an eye on him and if you see the signs Cat explained, yes! get him to the vet. |
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bratt
Firehouse Big Dog
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| 06/23/2008 7:57 PM |
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Poor baby! Attacked in his own yard. I hope he will be o.k.  |
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Debra~KSSM Queen II
Savanna~Princess Easy Street
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treble02
Pack Leader
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| 06/23/2008 8:12 PM |
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| omg...just reading this...poor widdle max!! keeping fingers and paws crossed that everythung will be ok! |
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~ Mary, Trixi and Toa's Mommy
Ratbone Rescues Foster Mommy
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erniebenernie
Bratty Ratty
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| 06/23/2008 8:59 PM |
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| Just reading this also. How terrible. If this is his first ouchy, he could be a bit traumatized. Hold him close and call the vet in the morning if you have any questions or concerns. Poor baby... |
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Vicki
~*~I'd rather own an inch of a rat terrier then a mile of a pedigree~*~
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melo
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| 06/23/2008 9:30 PM |
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Poor baby--it is infuriating that the other dog owners are not held responsible--they should at least be fined a major amount of cash. I am sorry your doggie had to go through this -- such a cutie-- keep in touch
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melo
Ratastic
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| 06/23/2008 9:30 PM |
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Poor baby--it is infuriating that the other dog owners are not held responsible--they should at least be fined a major amount of cash. I am sorry your doggie had to go through this -- such a cutie-- keep in touch
melody |
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tauney4
Pack Leader
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| 06/23/2008 9:33 PM |
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| maybe take him to another vet get a secound op!!!! and whose ever pit it was they should be held responsible for your vet bills and what not. did you call the pound or the police or anybody? |
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amr2386
Rattie
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| 06/23/2008 9:59 PM |
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| the police were involved and only gave him a warning and to keep the dog tied up when outside thats it. no further action was takin by the police |
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rattytatty
Training Moderator
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| 06/23/2008 10:03 PM |
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Wow... I'm SO sorry this happened! Can't believe that's all the police did...
I hope Max feels better very soon. |
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~Nora~
Mom to Hoss, Lil'Bit, Buster & Bailey, CGC, NA, NAJ |
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Bailey's mom
Bratty Ratty
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| 06/23/2008 10:08 PM |
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| I hope the police told them that they are responsible for all your vet bills. I know when Bailey was attacked the police told the owner that and they paid for everything. |
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~Nancy~
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ivy
Terrier Terror
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| 06/23/2008 11:34 PM |
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Poor little baby and rotten pit owner (I say owner cause I do know some nice ones) have the owners of the pit asked about his condition?? I said a little prayer for Max I hope he is feeling better!!! I hope you are doing as well as can be expected, my prayer went for you too!! I can not even imagine what I would be feeling had it been Ivy. So sorry |
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Yukon Cornelius
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| 06/24/2008 7:46 AM |
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How is your baby doing this morning? Did you take him back to the vet?
I agree with he previous posters who said that the owners of the pitbull should pay for your little one's vet bills. |
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We'll have to outwit the fiend with our superior intelligence.
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Mitzy's Mom
Alpha Feist
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| 06/24/2008 10:16 AM |
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I'm so sorry this happened to your baby.
So what happens when the pit slips out of his tie out? Are the owner going to get a warning again? Most people simply shouldn't own a dog like that...not because they're dangerous to people but because they are extremely to other dogs. |
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Mary Beth, mom to the Lollipop Kids
Georgia Foster Mom
www.ratbonerescues.com; www.newrattitude.org |
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Bailey's mom
Bratty Ratty
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| 06/24/2008 10:21 AM |
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I don't know the laws, but when Bailey was attacked, the police told the owners that if it happened again the dogs would be put down. Also the health department was contacted, I think because I had cuts on my arms or either they just do that normally.
Also I saw a show on Animal Planet where a dog killed a chihuahua and they had a trial and the judge told the owners the same thing about putting that dog down if it happened again. |
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~Nancy~
aka Bailey's Mom |
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alice4512
Bratty Ratty
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| 06/24/2008 10:25 AM |
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I am so sorry to hear this. I would be throwing some chocolate bars filled with AntiFreeze over to that pit bull for sure, but that's just me. I hope Max is okay. I would press charges as well. To come into your yard is completely unacceptable not to mention that is an aggressive dog, hope no kids walk by either!! |
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The great pleasure of a dog is that you may make a fool of yourself with him and not only will he not scold you, but he will make a fool of himself too
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Zogman100
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| 06/24/2008 10:49 AM |
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Poor little Max. Hope he is doing better today. I would certainly be sending my vet bills to the owner of the pitt.
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It's times like these we learn to live again...
It's times like these we give and give again...
It's times like these we learn to love again...
It's times like these time and time again.
Steven,
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