What are the chances...?

[SugarNSpikes]

That a dog sent to Tri-County will be put down?

Well, here's what I meant -

At the Charles County Humane Society, my friends found a dog that they fell in love with. She came up to them right away and was very loving - she's 9m/o. However, they said that she had a food aggression problem so they will not adopt her out and instead take her to Tri-County for evaluation. What are the chances that Tri-County will adopt her out, or do they put down animals?


I keep trying to explain to her that this world is overloaded with animals ANYWAY and she shouldn't waste her time on an animal that could potentially turn on her, but she's hellbent on THAT dog. (It's a half pit).

 

[SoMDGirl42]

That a dog sent to Tri-County will be put down?

Well, here's what I meant -

At the Charles County Humane Society, my friends found a dog that they fell in love with. She came up to them right away and was very loving - she's 9m/o. However, they said that she had a food aggression problem so they will not adopt her out and instead take her to Tri-County for evaluation. What are the chances that Tri-County will adopt her out, or do they put down animals?


I keep trying to explain to her that this world is overloaded with animals ANYWAY and she shouldn't waste her time on an animal that could potentially turn on her, but she's hellbent on THAT dog. (It's a half pit).

Go Pit nutties. Here's your chance to save this wonderful dog!

 

[SugarNSpikes]

Go Pit nutties. Here's your chance to save this wonderful dog!

What do you mean? Oh, btw, I just read your other thread. I'm sorry about you and your dogs and I hope that you make them pay up. I personally don't like pits just because of their ability to turn on you. I mean, if the dog shows signs of aggression around food wouldn't that give it more incentive to turn on its owner?

 

[Cowgirl]

I mean, if the dog shows signs of aggression around food wouldn't that give it more incentive to turn on its owner?

Was the dog starved prior to its arrival at the shelter?

 

[Chasey_Lane]

I keep trying to explain to her that this world is overloaded with animals ANYWAY and she shouldn't waste her time on an animal that could potentially turn on her, but she's hellbent on THAT dog. (It's a half pit).

I think you pointing out the breed will justify why you're telling your friend to find another dog. Food aggression isn't breed specific, so I'm not sure why it was important. Anyhow, my opinion is that it wouldn't indicate an overrall aggressive dog. I'm sure there are others who think otherwise.

 

[SugarNSpikes]

I'm not sure, there wasn't too much information on the dog. And thank you. I personally have nothing against pits, just stories that I've heard. I've also seen very nice pit-bulls as well, I just don't know much about the breed. I was just trying to get some feedback from others in the community who know more about how shelters work. I also wanted to see if you all think that this is something that she should continue to look into if you think that there's a chance for the dog.

 

[pixiegirl]

Go Pit nutties. Here's your chance to save this wonderful dog!

What do you mean? Oh, btw, I just read your other thread. I'm sorry about you and your dogs and I hope that you make them pay up. I personally don't like pits just because of their ability to turn on you. I mean, if the dog shows signs of aggression around food wouldn't that give it more incentive to turn on its owner?

Well since I was invited to respond and all... Two pretty douchey comments. #1 Just because someone is fond of a certain breed of dog doesn't mean they support and stand behimd the actions of EVERY dog of that breed. #2 Ability to turn on you? I thought that was the old wives tale about dobbies? That their brains would swell and they'd turn on you. Get your urban legends right. #3 Any dog of any breed that shows any type of agression towards people should be put down. I don't care if its a toy freaking poodle. That's just good common sense. Too bad that doesn't spread as well as stupid myths.

 

[SoMDGirl42]

Well since I was invited to respond and all... Two pretty douchey comments. #1 Just because someone is fond of a certain breed of dog doesn't mean they support and stand behimd the actions of EVERY dog of that breed. #2 Ability to turn on you? I thought that was the old wives tale about dobbies? That their brains would swell and they'd turn on you. Get your urban legends right. #3 Any dog of any breed that shows any type of agression towards people should be put down. I don't care if its a toy freaking poodle. That's just good common sense. Too bad that doesn't spread as well as stupid myths.

I know you have pits and I appreciate your honest comments. I agree

 

[SugarNSpikes]

I should have been more specific. I understand that any breed of dog could snap. Sorry about that.

 

[poster]

That a dog sent to Tri-County will be put down?

Well, here's what I meant -

At the Charles County Humane Society, my friends found a dog that they fell in love with. She came up to them right away and was very loving - she's 9m/o. However, they said that she had a food aggression problem so they will not adopt her out and instead take her to Tri-County for evaluation. What are the chances that Tri-County will adopt her out, or do they put down animals?


I keep trying to explain to her that this world is overloaded with animals ANYWAY and she shouldn't waste her time on an animal that could potentially turn on her, but she's hellbent on THAT dog. (It's a half pit).

Sounds like they've sent the dog for a second opinion or an oportunity to redeem it's self after some handling.

Either way if "they" includes kids, I would no longer be interested. While I'd like to save an animal, my childrens safety come first. I applaud the Humane Society for evaluating these animals to be sure they're cut out to be a pet. There are too many people out there who can't see the difference in an animal and a pet.

 

[SugarNSpikes]

They said that there was a good chance that Tri County would send it to a rescue, which as they put ever so nicely, would probably put the dog down...

 

[SShewbert]

Well since I was invited to respond and all... Two pretty douchey comments. #1 Just because someone is fond of a certain breed of dog doesn't mean they support and stand behimd the actions of EVERY dog of that breed. #2 Ability to turn on you? I thought that was the old wives tale about dobbies? That their brains would swell and they'd turn on you. Get your urban legends right. #3 Any dog of any breed that shows any type of agression towards people should be put down. I don't care if its a toy freaking poodle. That's just good common sense. Too bad that doesn't spread as well as stupid myths.

I agree with this, any dog can turn on their owner. I had a Springer Spaniel that we had to give away because we had to move and could not take it with us, the gentleman that we gave her to had a lot of problems because she started before we gave her away to attack you whenever you tried to get out of bed.

As far as comment #3 I agree with that as well, but the thing is she said it has agression towards food not humans I think, I could be wrong. Do you believe that is a bad sign? Just wondering. It has always been my understanding not to bother any animal while they are eating because they will be aggressive.

 

[pixiegirl]

I know you have pits and I appreciate your honest comments. I agree

You do realize you're agreeing with a pit nutty.... I kid, !

I did read "some" of your thread and from what I did the owner should have been put down as is the case MOST of the time.

 

[pixiegirl]

I agree with this, any dog can turn on their owner. I had a Springer Spaniel that we had to give away because we had to move and could not take it with us, the gentleman that we gave her to had a lot of problems because she started before we gave her away to attack you whenever you tried to get out of bed.

As far as comment #3 I agree with that as well, but the thing is she said it has agression towards food not humans I think, I could be wrong. Do you believe that is a bad sign? Just wondering. It has always been my understanding not to bother any animal while they are eating because they will be aggressive.

Food agression is when an animal becomes agressive to people or other animals while it's eating or when food is present. Some people may consider a food agressive animal an acceptable risk; I don't. I am confident that there is absoutely nothing that I couldn't take out of my dog's mouth. I could give her the juicest steak ever and change my mind 10 seconds later and remove it from her mouth and she wouldn't so much as curl a lip at me. I'm fortunate to have a dog that behaves in such a way but with small kids in the home any other behavior isn't acceptable.

 

[SugarNSpikes]

As far as comment #3 I agree with that as well, but the thing is she said it has agression towards food not humans I think, I could be wrong. Do you believe that is a bad sign? Just wondering. It has always been my understanding not to bother any animal while they are eating because they will be aggressive.

Yeah, it's aggressive towards humans when there is food around. But all things considering she is a very nice dog. A little shy, but still sweet. So back to the main question, do you think that at Tri County or even the rescue that there will be hope for her?

 

[SoMDGirl42]

You do realize you're agreeing with a pit nutty.... I kid, !

I did read "some" of your thread and from what I did the owner should have been put down as is the case MOST of the time.

I've met your Pit and I know you're a pit nutty However you didn't defend all pits, so I think your reply was honest. I still love you, I'll just think twice before ever visiting you at your home again

 

[poster]

I agree with this, any dog can turn on their owner. I had a Springer Spaniel that we had to give away because we had to move and could not take it with us, the gentleman that we gave her to had a lot of problems because she started before we gave her away to attack you whenever you tried to get out of bed.

As far as comment #3 I agree with that as well, but the thing is she said it has agression towards food not humans I think, I could be wrong. Do you believe that is a bad sign? Just wondering. It has always been my understanding not to bother any animal while they are eating because they will be aggressive.

Food agression means you can't touch or get near the dog and/or it's food.

Yes, the general rule is not to touch any animal while they are eating but you still should be able to do without any aggresion from the animal.

When ours was a puppy I pet her and took her bowl during feeding and made her wait to get it back every other feeding or so.

 

[poster]

Yeah, it's aggressive towards humans when there is food around. But all things considering she is a very nice dog. A little shy, but still sweet. So back to the main question, do you think that at Tri County or even the rescue that there will be hope for her?

Sound like she'll be put down. Sorry for your friend but it's best for the animal if she can't be trusted then she's a risk to your friends family.

 

[pixiegirl]

Yeah, it's aggressive towards humans when there is food around. But all things considering she is a very nice dog. A little shy, but still sweet. So back to the main question, do you think that at Tri County or even the rescue that there will be hope for her?

If it's only 9 months old and already showing signs of behavior problems I sure as hell wouldn't chance it. Granted the dog "could" have been mistreated, starved but it "could" have not been as well. I think that it's an awful big risk for such a young dog.

 

[SugarNSpikes]

Thank you all for your insight and opinions. :]