Watson's Ordeal

I missed the original post as well.

I'm so sorry for the pain and suffering your baby is dealing with. Having been bitten by a dog once, I know how it feels and how long the healing rakes

I must say, that am surprised that you don't have more anger about the incident. And I'm glad. Ive really mixed minds about so called bully dogs.

Any dog is capable of vicious attack. I was attacked by a cocker. The real difference is that the bully dogs are SO strong. And that's why we are scared of them. But for every rogue, I've seen a 100 gentle souls. It's a dilemma.
 
Darci, thank you for the update on your family. I'm very glad to hear that Watson is getting the special help he needs and is finally resting a little more comfortable than before. I know the road to full recovery is going to be slow and long, however that doesn't keep me from wishing a speedy and pain free recovery for all involved. I will continue to keep you, your boyfriend and Watson in my thoughts and prayers. Please continue to keep us updated on everyone's progress. :hugs :hugs
 
I originally posted in the meds page wondering what side effects to look for with the pills we were given. Now I am so thankful I did, the encouraging words are definitely appreciated!

Trini- I am definitely encouraged that Teddy was able to make a full recovery, right down to his coat!

For those wondering, my boyfriend was walking Watson in the yard in front of his brother's house. The dog broke whatever inadequate chain it was on and tore through its yard to them.

BarbV- I deal with a lot of really rotten situations in my job, I have come to realize that anger does very little good generally. It's not to say I am not angry, I definitely am. But my anger is directed towards the owner rather than the dog. Sadly, I do think it is a product of a really, really bad environment. And you are right about their strength, this little ball of muscle couldn't have been much bigger than my 14.25" , 20 pound sheltie- but I'd have put it at a solid 50-55 pounds.

I have never been one to pre-judge based on breed... heck, I worked at a kennel in college and we had two problem dogs that came in that would be happy as a clam to bite- one was a chow mix, the other a dachshund, and I never quite trusted the cookers we had. Plenty of incredibly sweet pit bulls came through. I encountered one younger one just yesterday and she was friendly, outgoing, and seemingly happy.

I could even let it go more easily if it was a simple bite and run kind of thing... not this bite and refuse to let go. Though my preference is to see the dog euthanized, in not out of spite or vindictiveness, I truly fear for any other dog that might find itself in its sight path. However, NY is a one bite state. Watson's bites will be what gets the dog deemed dangerous which would pave the way in that direction the next time.
 
So sorry for this ordeal. Prayers for you, your boyfriend, and Watson. A speedy recovery for you all.

Pam and Sunny and Snow
 
So, so sorry for all of you. What a traumatizing experience. I am praying for you all and hope everyone recovers quickly. What a terrible thing to have happened :C Irresponsible owners make me crazy!
 
God, it's everyone's worst nightmare to have this happen. Years ago our first Sheltie Skye was attacked by a three-legged Dalmation! We were minding our own business as your boyfriend was with Watson. Skye was a senior at that time which made it worse, but luckily it was just bruises. I kicked that dog as hard as I could to get her off Skye. :mad:

Really sorry this trauma happened to Watson and both of you as well. I have just been dealing with an abscess in Brooke's cheek so I know how gross it is. Best wishes for speedy recovery for everyone. :hugs
 
Ugh- it is so gross!!

It's really sad to hear how many people and their dogs have had to go through this... unacceptable!!

I'm pretty certain he's trying to kill me though... jumping up on to the couch, pulling of his e-collar while in his crate, and then of course... chewing of the end of his drain. At least he didn't pull it out completely and the hole is still oozing pretty good... and most importantly- we have a vet appointment for 9 am tomorrow and she was going to evaluate removing it... only I was thinking it was looking like it would be left in longer. The tail, before he chewed it off was looking longer than when it first went in so I'm hoping that means a lot of the swelling went down- too bad no picture to show the doc.

I'm glad to hear his voice again! He's been so quiet... He's not overly barky but yesterday was the first time my UPS guy made a delivery where I was not aware of his presence before his feet even hit the pavement!
 
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For those of you who have been through this- especially Trini and Teddy- did you notice anything negative about the pups psychologically?

I had someone yesterday tell me that there dog got bit on the snout once and "it drew a little blood." I kind of rolled my eyes a bit, I'll be honest (though- watson barely bled... weird). But what he followed up with made me wonder... he said "it changed him."

Now, my boy was play bowing at two Goldens and a bulldog less than an hour after the attack in the vet's office waiting room so I am hopeful. But I wonder if he's going to have any anxiety around dogs... He's always been so playful especially with other shelties, border collies, and papillions... they remind him of himself maybe?
 
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