Goddi attacked Buddy

[Redstorm1721]

Well, This was the worst thing I have ever went through. My pitbull Goddi attacked Buddy ( Greyhound ) I have never seen Goddi aggressive in my life. Thank God I was here, he would not let Buddy out of his mouth. I had to hit Goddi, and I also was in fear for myself. I was so scared as he shook Buddy and left holes in Buddy. I rushed Buddy to the vets and they had to staple him up. So sad, I almost lost my fine friend. Thank God Buddy is okay,just in pain. They said he was very lucky. The tooth holes in Buddy were deep, but not that deep that they had to opperate. We since put Goddi upstairs with my son untill we can find out why this has happened? My son is going to have a baby soon, and this matter is something I am in fear of. I will never understand why he did this to Buddy. We think Jelous? Buddy just got done eating. But they have been together since Goddi was born. Almost 3 years ago? Poor Buddy We may give him to a pitbull rescue? I am not sure as of yet. I wish he had never done this.

[Love Bird B]

Your poor babies. It must have been scary as anything to go through and I'd still be wary. Please keep us posted on what you're going to do. I would keep them separated which I'm sure you're already doing. Other than that, I'd be at a loss to what exactly my next step would be.

[Amanda]

So sorry to hear about what happened! I hope you figure out what triggered your pittbull to attack your Greyhound. Keep us posted on what you decide to do. Best of luck!

[Squawksx3]

Oh Gail, Im so sorry to hear this. I had an episode about a year ago.... we had only had our Rott/GSD for a few months..he was about 2 yrs old. He went into my daughters room, which is our Labs "territory" and the Lab went after the Rott... but was no match for the Rott. I had to rush the Lab to the ER with holes in his neck. He was OK... just a bruised ego and a few stitches. When having more than one dog in the household, stuff like this will happen, we may never know why. We really worked with them after that. We trained the Rott not to go in my daughters bedroom... but the Lab will come in our room and they sleep on the floor next to each other all the time... nose to nose, back to back. I really had to work with them, and locked the Lab in "his" bedroom when no one was there to monitor .... after awhile, we stopped monitoring them and a year later, no more confrontations. Re-homing the Rott was the last choice on my list. If the fights would have continued, I would have had no other choice... luckily, it worked out.
They may have been fighting over the food dish, hard to say... and to be honest, if Goddi has never been aggressive towards people, he should be fine with the new baby... but thats your call, if there is concern there, it might be best to re-home him. Again, Im so sorry and hope everything will work out... sending prayers your way.

[Redstorm1721]

Thanks everyone. My Greyhound is an Italian grey. He only weighes 12 pds. My pitbull out weighes him by at least 55 pds. The vet said that they in no way can be together at this point. I just love all my animals. You see, Goddi is suppose to be my sons. Well, he became all cought up with his job and a baby on the way,so I have always taken care of him. It is so weired that he did this. He will be 3 in Feb. It really shocked me. Buddy is still in some pain even with his pain meds. He really let my sister know when she came to visit last night. Laying there and crying looking at her and trying to show her his boo,boo.LOL Its not funny, but he puts on a really big show. Anyway as far as I know, My son will keep him. After all it is his dog. I sure will let you know. I do fear about the new baby. He is very jelous.

[Jenny]

Oh Gail, that is such sad news to hear. I can't offer any other advice but do let us know how it ends up and when Buddy starts feeling better! I'll say a little prayer for all of you and hope everythign works out in the end!

[dlaura]

Gail, I am so sorry to hear about this. I don't know what to tell you - but pray for guidance. Poor Buddy, only 12 lbs. - it is amazing that he fared so well - good thing you were there to help him! If it were me, I think I would keep the two separated for good - but only you can decide that.

[Love Bird B]

Awww Gail, kiss poor Buddy's boo-boo for me. That's so darling, I'd be making such a fuss over him. I agree with Diane in that I'd be keeping the pooches apart. I'd be too scared not to. As you mentioned, I'd be concerned for the new baby too.

[Redstorm1721]

You know, I hope you all will understand,But at that point I wanted to put him asleep. I understood why people hate pitbulls. I will not ever let Goddi and Buddy together again. But I do so love Goddi. I miss his mug. I went to see him this morning and he was so happy to see me he piddled on the floor. I brought all his toys to him. When I went back down stairs he was crying in the bathroom. Such thin ceilings, I could here him he was saying Ma Ma. He only said that when playing with a toy. LOL. He sure is cute. I taught him this when he was a puppy. Its real funny to hear. Anyway, thanks everyone so much for your prayers and kindness. I know why I love this site so much. Gail

[Love Bird B]

Gail, I would have to say that I would understand whatever you decide to do because any way you look at the situation, there isn't an easy solution. You have to wonder what was going on with Goddi at that awful moment.

[dlaura]

Gail, I agree with Barb 100% and add that you will always wonder when and if it will happen suddenly again. You are feeling torn because you love both Buddy and Goddi - yet you know that you can't trust them together ever again - even in your prescense because you were lucky this time and got Buddy away from Goddi, doesn't mean you will be so the next time. Buddy is probably very fearful of Goddi now ( who can blame Buddy) and hearing him upstairs is most likely making him uneasy. My heart goes out to you in this situation - and you need to make a decision and I know it will be the right one for all. God Bless.

[Redstorm1721]

Thank you girls. I know I do need to make a decision. My son is going to keep him? I told him about all the chances he had to take and he was very upset about this whole thing. He also replyed, Buddy is a woosie! LOL. Kyle said if I were to put Goddi down, it would feel like we put his child down. He loves animals like all of us. Its a hard thing you know. But Goddi will live with the kids. He is just aggressive towards Buddy, I think because, My son also had a puppy that was very aggressive with all of us. They gave him a better home and then,because the puppy was aggressive, Goddi learned this terrible thing. This is what we have all figured? We have no other idea? But his puppy was even mean to me. So we are still talking about it. He is not with Buddy at all. I also thought if I wasen't here,oh my God? He maybe not with us. Thanks everybody for all your kind words and thoughtfullness. I can't thank you enough. and thanks for caring too!

[dlaura]

Do you think that maybe Goddi might be better off where he is the "king of the hill" so to speak? He might be better off in a home where he is the only animal and there are no babies or children. You could always speak to your vet - he may know of such a home or if you contact the Pitball Rescue you mentioned at least you could get information on re-homing. I too would be very worried with a brand new baby arriving - if Goddi was jealous of Buddy - just think what kind of attention a new born baby will get - if jealousy caused this "attack" - Goddi will have a lot more to be jealous about.

I know this is just what you are worried about Gail, as you said as much in your post. Just want you to know you are not alone in your thoughts and we understand and share your concern. Your son was not there when this happened - only you saw - the other side of Goddi. I understand the point he is at also.

Maybe when the baby arrives and your son sees how small a baby is - and he bonds with the baby - he will better understand yours and our concerns.

God be with you,
Diane

[Redstorm1721]

I agree 100% Tell that to a know it all teen. Yes he is only 18! At times still hanging on to the apron string. I spoiled him and the dogs as well. also my daughter. But I am in no way placing the blame on me. This is what he tries to do. He will see. When the baby comes They will have a clue by then? I hope? I have spoken to the vet about this issue,they told me about the pitbull rescue. Goddi is really a nice dog,but like you said no one knows anymore. It was the worst site I have ever seen. You r right, too bad my son didn't see it. He would of placed him in a home quicker then quick sand. I am sorry about my terrible spelling. I can't seem to get spell check? Would anyone know how? Okay well I have much to do and need to do it.LOL. Take care Diane. God be with you and your family also.

[dlaura]

Hi Gail,
I hear you about the teen thing. (I have been there too) I am glad you are not blaming yourself - you should not. Sorry the rescue site did not work out. I will keep you & your family in my prayers.

[teri]

egads!!! where have i been, i guess i don't always check here because i don't have a doggie, Gail what a horrible time for you and situation, what a difficult decision to make. oh i am so horrified and could not even imagine being in that situation, and i agree with you about feeling like putting Goddi to sleep, but has that feeling passed now? oh, what are you going to do? you are in my prayers.

[ShihTzuLover]

I Find that saying hurt full the "teen thing" not all teens are dumb and stuped like your dumb son who is only 18 and is going to have a baby. I feel bad for you. I would hate to have a kid so dumb. I mean what were you thinking when your were raising him.

[Jenny]

I'm sorry "ShihTzuLover" but that was pretty rude and judgemental when you don't even know the poor guy or "Redstorm". People used to get married at age 14 & 15, in some countries still 10 yr. olds get married...18's really not the dumbest thing in the world. Everyone does stupid stuff that they later learn lessons from, and teens for the most part just tend to do more of it. I'm one, I know. ;-)

[Redstorm1721]

Thanks for sticking up Jenny. So does this mean that I am also a bad bird mommy? Because my cockatiel is having an egg and she is only 9 months old!;)

[Jenny]

ROFL you are too funny Gail! Your little 'tiel is only 9 months' old and is going to have an egg????? OMG!!! haha, just kidding. Do not worry, there is no doubt about it that you are a great bird AND human mommy. :)

[Redstorm1721]

Thanxs, your too cute Jenny!

[dlaura]

Gail - good for you for keeping your sense of humor! Keep it up.

I sure hope you stick to your resolution not to let Buddy and Goddi near each other ever again. It would be a disaster.

Have a good weekend.

[Redstorm1721]

Goddi came in for a minute, My son was getting ready for work and he ran down here with him, He jumped right in bed with me and licked me till I was Laughing so hard I couldn't breath! I brought him right back up after he did his duty. Yes we can no longer have him with buddy. I just got back from the vets to get his staples out. Buddy had already pulled 2 out himself. He's fine and healing good. One spot to where he keeps licking! I am keeping an eye on him. Thanks Gail, Hope you also have a wonderful weekend.

[Love Bird B]

Hi Gail, I'm so glad to hear Buddy is doing well and that you and Goddi are too. :)

[Inameadow]

Hi, I'm new to the forum. I thought you should know, Gail, that the "pitbull" was historically used in bull baiting and dog fighting. They were trained to be aggressive toward ANIMALS including DOGS. Even though they may the sweetest things toward us, HUMANS.

Goddi not only has the breeding for animal aggression, he's at the age where dominance issues may come up. My dog just turned 3 this year and she's changed. We've been walking the same route, meeting new and old friends (dogs and people) and she's become a lot more confident and acts territorial or aggressive toward some dogs.

I thought you'd like to know about two websites I found that talk about the breed a little.

1. www.digitaldog.com/americanstaffordshire.html.
2. www.canismajor.com/dog/amerpit.html#History

At digitaldog there is a chart that describes:
Behavior toward ANIMALS:
"high prey drive & predatory, gamey may be aggressive toward other dogs and other PETS."

Behavior toward PEOPLE/KIDS:
Good with children, but need to be watched. Children need to be educated in treatment of this breed.

It must be a little frustrating for you to love both dogs so much (they both sound so adorable) and yet have such an occurence happen. I thought it was important for you to know that the reason for the attack may be nothing more than Goddi's natural way of being and he may need his own home.

[Redstorm1721]

Wow, thanks so much for all your info. I do know they are very aggressive. I just wasen't thinking that he would ever do this to Buddy. He grew up with him. Goddi was rescued from a very bad living area. His father was a fighter and mother was in bad shape. My son took him when he was 3 weeks old. Otherwise he would of been killed or worse. When he ever came home with him and the shape he was in I never asked a question, we ran him to the vet right then and there. Later in asking my son he told us where and what had happened. Since then, there has been many arrests at that home. Not too long ago we were driving by and saw the animals fighting right in the yard. Most have been brought to the police station and the people were finially placed under arrest and put in jail. I have no idea what happened to them since. I think that house was a fighting area for all pitbulls. I never have ever drove by again. I really couldn't believe what a sight I had seen and never could bring myself to see that again. The mother of Goddi was fed gun powder. And they were already starting to train Goddi. My son got him in time. They also were fed raw meat. Anyway they are not there anymore as far as I have been told. Thanks again for all your support.