Posted by: "Michele Masterfano" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> <snip> >This is the fourth dog that I have had to send to the bridge in the past 18 >mos, personally, and there is one other that was being fostered at another >house that also had to go. Temperament problems are a serious >consideration, and I have noticed an increase lately in "unacceptable" >incidents. It is so emotionally draining to deal with this - fortunately my >daughter wasn't seriously hurt, and is ok with the idea of us continuing to >foster, but I have had a hard time with the guilt factor of bringing in the >dog that bit my own child. > > >Tracey Rentcome >Great Dane Rescue of Houston Inc. >Houston, Texas >[EMAIL PROTECTED] Tracey, The holistic Vet I had taken Jake to when we moved said one very prophetic thing: it's worse with a dog that is sweet most of the time, because you never know what will turn that aggression on. That is the absolute truth. Jake was the sweetest dog ever when he was laying in my arms at night. But he was always insecure (had been in too many homes in his short life) and that made him tense. And he frankly didn't like all that many people. Not a good combination. We miss him, but I have to say that little Casey just has never been happier. He loved Jake tremendously--they would frequently curl up and sleep together--but he was also constantly getting beaten up by Jake. Plus, Jake took so much of my attention, and now that is lavished on Casey. You never understand the strain of somthing like this until it's gone. So again, I miss his sweetness, but am relieved to not have to worry any more. What a shame that a child got bitten in your case. I hope she is dealing with it o.k. and doesn't become afraid of all animals. Michele and Casey Pennsylvania
