So, Joy was attacked by a pit bull today. She'll be alright, but she has an injury to her toes and pads. It was not fun for her as the pit attacked through our fence. I'll be approaching the owner tomorrow to discuss reimbursement
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Sunday, March 25, 2018
New Jersey: "So, Joy was attacked by a pit bull today"
NEW JERSEY -- Roy Taylor posted on Facebook · March 10, 2018 · Shamong, NJ ·
So, Joy was attacked by a pit bull today. She'll be alright, but she has an injury to her toes and pads. It was not fun for her as the pit attacked through our fence. I'll be approaching the owner tomorrow to discuss reimbursement
So, Joy was attacked by a pit bull today. She'll be alright, but she has an injury to her toes and pads. It was not fun for her as the pit attacked through our fence. I'll be approaching the owner tomorrow to discuss reimbursement
Thursday, March 22, 2018
Illinois: Waukegan's city council doesn't care that citizens' pets are being mauled by vicious Pit Bulls
ILLINOIS -- No changes to Waukegan's animal control ordinance are on the horizon despite a review following an attack by two pit bulls that left a smaller dog with severe injuries.
That decision was disappointing to Hailey Schueneman, who has pushed for the city to tighten up its ordinance following a January attack on her grandparents' dog.
The situation "feels so unjust," said Ald. Lisa May, 9th, whose ward includes the Schueneman's home and who also chairs the City Council's judiciary committee.
But after speaking to the city's attorney, the police chief and the sergeant who runs the animal control division, she said they reached the conclusion that the the code is sufficient.
May said she plans on setting up a meeting with Schueneman and the police chief to discuss the incident further, but at this point, she doesn't see what changes could have led to a different outcome in this case.
"Everyone feels horrible about what happened to Gus, the poor dog that got pulled from his yard," May said, referring to the Schuenemans' dog.
The incident occurred on Jan. 2 when Gus, who is owned by Greg and Jamie Schueneman, ran to the edge of their fenced yard on the city's north side, as a man who lived nearby walked past with two pit bulls on leashes.
The small dog was apparently pulled underneath the picket fence onto the sidewalk, where one of the big dogs started to maul the smaller dog, Jamie Schueneman told the News-Sun.
"My husband tried beating (the larger dog) in the head to release Gus, and my granddaughter screamed," she said. Her husband's hands were cut from trying to get the big dog to release Gus.
The dog was treated by a veterinarian in Grayslake, where he underwent surgery and was racking up medical bills of $12,000, according to a Gofundme page set up by the family.
The family has filed a civil lawsuit against the pit bulls' owner, Hailey Schueneman said.
CITY BLAMES VICTIM FOR $12,000 IN INJURIES
An investigation by the city found that the smaller dog "provoked" the Pit Bull before the attack by barking at it and running to the fence, according to police Sgt. Dennis Rosch.
The question of whether the pit bulls would be deemed dangerous came down to whether they were provoked by the smaller dog.
The city's ordinance is "very vague" in parts, said Hailey Schueneman, pointing in particular to a lack of definition for what constitutes provocation.
She said she doesn't think a dog in its own yard and with its owner present rushing to the fence should be considered provocation.
First of all, the owner is required to control their dog while leashed. The little dog was inside its own fence. Obviously the Pit Bull owner cannot control their mauler; otherwise this little dog would not have been grabbed and pulled underneath the fence. These people are morons.
PIT BULL OWNER BLAMING VICTIM
She also disputes that the dog poked his head through the fence's slates, which she said contributed to the finding that the pit bulls were provoked.
Hailey Schueneman said after the meeting she would like the ordinance to also include more guidance about how animal control conducts its investigations, because she felt the investigation into the January attack, "was not conducted thoroughly" and relied just on the accounts of the two owners.
"I know why the dogs were found to be not dangerous, but I also feel like there has to be something more," she said.
(Chicago Tribune - March 7, 2018)
Earlier:
That decision was disappointing to Hailey Schueneman, who has pushed for the city to tighten up its ordinance following a January attack on her grandparents' dog.
THIS IS GUS BEFORE THE PIT BULL ATTACK
THIS IS GUS AFTER THE PIT BULL ATTACK
The situation "feels so unjust," said Ald. Lisa May, 9th, whose ward includes the Schueneman's home and who also chairs the City Council's judiciary committee.
But after speaking to the city's attorney, the police chief and the sergeant who runs the animal control division, she said they reached the conclusion that the the code is sufficient.
May said she plans on setting up a meeting with Schueneman and the police chief to discuss the incident further, but at this point, she doesn't see what changes could have led to a different outcome in this case.
"Everyone feels horrible about what happened to Gus, the poor dog that got pulled from his yard," May said, referring to the Schuenemans' dog.
The incident occurred on Jan. 2 when Gus, who is owned by Greg and Jamie Schueneman, ran to the edge of their fenced yard on the city's north side, as a man who lived nearby walked past with two pit bulls on leashes.
The small dog was apparently pulled underneath the picket fence onto the sidewalk, where one of the big dogs started to maul the smaller dog, Jamie Schueneman told the News-Sun.
"My husband tried beating (the larger dog) in the head to release Gus, and my granddaughter screamed," she said. Her husband's hands were cut from trying to get the big dog to release Gus.
The dog was treated by a veterinarian in Grayslake, where he underwent surgery and was racking up medical bills of $12,000, according to a Gofundme page set up by the family.
The family has filed a civil lawsuit against the pit bulls' owner, Hailey Schueneman said.
CITY BLAMES VICTIM FOR $12,000 IN INJURIES
An investigation by the city found that the smaller dog "provoked" the Pit Bull before the attack by barking at it and running to the fence, according to police Sgt. Dennis Rosch.
The question of whether the pit bulls would be deemed dangerous came down to whether they were provoked by the smaller dog.
She said she doesn't think a dog in its own yard and with its owner present rushing to the fence should be considered provocation.
First of all, the owner is required to control their dog while leashed. The little dog was inside its own fence. Obviously the Pit Bull owner cannot control their mauler; otherwise this little dog would not have been grabbed and pulled underneath the fence. These people are morons.
PIT BULL OWNER BLAMING VICTIM
She also disputes that the dog poked his head through the fence's slates, which she said contributed to the finding that the pit bulls were provoked.
Hailey Schueneman said after the meeting she would like the ordinance to also include more guidance about how animal control conducts its investigations, because she felt the investigation into the January attack, "was not conducted thoroughly" and relied just on the accounts of the two owners.
"I know why the dogs were found to be not dangerous, but I also feel like there has to be something more," she said.
(Chicago Tribune - March 7, 2018)
Earlier:
Saturday, February 3, 2018
Illinois: Havanese named Gus is pulled underneath his fence and mauled by two Pit Bulls
ILLINOIS -- On Tuesday, January 2nd, 2018, Gus experienced the greatest trauma that you could imagine. Likewise, our family has experienced every pet-owner's worst nightmare.
Gussy was attacked by two pit bulls. They dragged him out from under the fence in his own backyard.
Among his most severe injuries, Gus's jugular vein was punctured and he lost one of his eyes. He is stable now, but he is still in critical condition. Gus has already had to have emergency surgery and his veterinary care has ended up totaling over $12,000 at only two days into his treatment.
Gus will require continual care, not only to keep him alive, but also to help him through his long and difficult recovery. We, Gus's humans, love him more than we can put into words. He is such an important part of our family, and we are desperate to heal him and bring him back home.
Please, if there is anything you can do to help, it will be greatly appreciated.
Update 1
Thursday January 8, 2018
Gus had a bit of a rough night last night. The doctors said that he regurgitated a little into his NG tube and they are concerned about that. They also said that they may have to do a blood transfusion today as his numbers are not where they would like them to be. They are changing up his antibiotics and pain meds to get things under control and watching him very closely.
He has been through so much in the last couple of days, but he is fighting to get well and come back home to his family. We were able to bring him his favorite skunk toy yesterday and tell him how much we love him and miss him. He definitely perked up a little when he saw his humans! We’re hoping that today’s visit will reassure him that we are with him and that we cannot wait for him to be well enough to bring him home.
Update 2
Friday January 5, 2018
The last 24 hours Gus has proven what a strong little guy he is. All of his catheter’s and tubes have been removed, he is eating and drinking on his own and he wants to come home to his family. Grandpa, Hailey, Kameron and Brianna were able to go and visit yesterday and it really lifted Gus’s spirits, he was so happy to see his family.
The prayers from all of our family and friends over the past several days means more than you know to our family. We cannot Thank everyone enough for your generosity and kind words.
We will be able to bring Gus home later this evening and continue to care for him and make him comfortable at home, his wounds will need to be cared for and dressed and he will remain on antibiotics and pain medications.
Everyone who has cared for Gus continues to tell us what a miracle it is that he survived this vicious attack. The staff at Premier Veterinary in Grayslake will forever be our hero’s , their fast action an skilled medical care saved our little guys life.
We still have a long road ahead of us, Gus will follow up with surgeon on Monday.
Update 3
I am happy to report that Gus was well enough to come home last night. He is such a strong little guy. He is adjusting well to seeing the world with just one eye, and to be quite honest it looks like he’s always winking at us. He was so happy to be back at home with his family and his favorite things. He is still in a lot of pain and covered in stitches, but he is taking his medication and making himself comfortable.
We can’t tell you how overwhelming your generosity has been, the donations and prayers for Gus are so very appreciated.
And again to the Grayslake Premier Veterinary staff, you are our heroes! Gus is home with us because of you and your excellent care! Thank you Thank You Thank You!
Update 4
Gus went in for his follow up appointment with his surgeon, they are not happy with his chipped shoulder, it is poking through the skin and causing Gus a lot of pain. They have decided to take him back for another surgery to clean it up and try to ease his pain. Everything else seems to be healing nicely. Gus will go back for another surgery in the next few minutes and hopefully will be home with us again tomorrow.
Thank you all again for your kind words, prayers and generous donations. We know their is a long road to recovery for our poor little guy, but we also know how strong he is. We will keep you updated as we know what’s going on.
Update 5
Gus came home after yesterday’s surgery and was resting comfortably. This evening his neck incision began to show signs of infection, he is on his way back to Grayslake to be seen and treated. We will update when we have a better understanding of what is going on. Please continue to pray for Gus. Hopefully this will be a minor setback and we will be back on the road to recovery soon!
Update 6
Gus followed up with the Vet today and had his drain removed, he is getting stronger and will hopefully be able to get his stitches removed on Tuesday. It looks like what was thought to be infection is part of the healing process and nothing to worry about. He’s eating and drinking on his own and walking outside to go potty on his own. We cannot get over what a strong boy he is. Thank you for your continued support and prayers for Gus!
Update 7
Gus is getting better every day, he is off a lot of the very strong medications, and his personality is getting back to normal. He is eating and drinking and begging for treats. He started to chew his favorite sticks and play with his toys. Thank you to everyone who brought over goodies for Gus, he is thoroughly enjoying everything, from the delicious food to the treats and all of the toys and blankets. The plan is for Gus to have all of his stitches removed tomorrow!!
Update 8
Gus had all of his stitches removed yesterday, he is starting to feel more like himself everyday! Today he decided he wanted to play with all of his new toys!
Update 9
Gus was able to have his first bath today since the attack, he still has so many scabs everywhere from the puncture wounds so it was a very gentle bath.
His neck incision seems to be healing nicely, as well as his shoulder. The eye removal also seems to have healed up quite well, and Gus has really adjusted well to losing his eye.
He still has moments when he overdoes it a little and will let out a yelp reminding him to slow down. All of the muscle damage that he endured is going to take time to heal.
With that being said, we couldn’t be happier that he is home with us, he has been extra snuggly and really seems to be enjoying the comfort of his humans laps.
Hailey, Gus’ favorite human spoke to the Waukegan City Council to try to amend the city ordinances that allowed the dogs who did this to Gus to be labeled dangerous! We will keep you posted on updates when we know more!
Thank you again for the generous donations, they are so helpful to our family!
Update 10
We haven’t updated in a while, because Gus has been keeping us very busy, every day his energy level increases and so does his his desire to play and cuddle with his humans. He is healing and getting back in to the swing of things.
We’ve made arrangements to have him groomed after hours while no other dogs are present to make sure that it goes smoothly, his puncture wounds have healed nicely as well as his surgical incisions, so he’s ready to get rid of his funny haircut from all of the shaving for surgery!
Again our family would like to thank you all for your very generous donations and kind words and thoughts. It’s a miracle that Gus is still here with us, and we will treasure every moment that we have with him!
GoFundMe: Gussy's Emergency Medical Fund
Created January 3, 2018
Jamie Schueneman
Animals
WAUKEGAN, IL
Gussy was attacked by two pit bulls. They dragged him out from under the fence in his own backyard.
Among his most severe injuries, Gus's jugular vein was punctured and he lost one of his eyes. He is stable now, but he is still in critical condition. Gus has already had to have emergency surgery and his veterinary care has ended up totaling over $12,000 at only two days into his treatment.
Gus will require continual care, not only to keep him alive, but also to help him through his long and difficult recovery. We, Gus's humans, love him more than we can put into words. He is such an important part of our family, and we are desperate to heal him and bring him back home.
Please, if there is anything you can do to help, it will be greatly appreciated.
Update 1
Thursday January 8, 2018
Gus had a bit of a rough night last night. The doctors said that he regurgitated a little into his NG tube and they are concerned about that. They also said that they may have to do a blood transfusion today as his numbers are not where they would like them to be. They are changing up his antibiotics and pain meds to get things under control and watching him very closely.
He has been through so much in the last couple of days, but he is fighting to get well and come back home to his family. We were able to bring him his favorite skunk toy yesterday and tell him how much we love him and miss him. He definitely perked up a little when he saw his humans! We’re hoping that today’s visit will reassure him that we are with him and that we cannot wait for him to be well enough to bring him home.
Update 2
Friday January 5, 2018
The last 24 hours Gus has proven what a strong little guy he is. All of his catheter’s and tubes have been removed, he is eating and drinking on his own and he wants to come home to his family. Grandpa, Hailey, Kameron and Brianna were able to go and visit yesterday and it really lifted Gus’s spirits, he was so happy to see his family.
The prayers from all of our family and friends over the past several days means more than you know to our family. We cannot Thank everyone enough for your generosity and kind words.
We will be able to bring Gus home later this evening and continue to care for him and make him comfortable at home, his wounds will need to be cared for and dressed and he will remain on antibiotics and pain medications.
Everyone who has cared for Gus continues to tell us what a miracle it is that he survived this vicious attack. The staff at Premier Veterinary in Grayslake will forever be our hero’s , their fast action an skilled medical care saved our little guys life.
We still have a long road ahead of us, Gus will follow up with surgeon on Monday.
Update 3
I am happy to report that Gus was well enough to come home last night. He is such a strong little guy. He is adjusting well to seeing the world with just one eye, and to be quite honest it looks like he’s always winking at us. He was so happy to be back at home with his family and his favorite things. He is still in a lot of pain and covered in stitches, but he is taking his medication and making himself comfortable.
We can’t tell you how overwhelming your generosity has been, the donations and prayers for Gus are so very appreciated.
And again to the Grayslake Premier Veterinary staff, you are our heroes! Gus is home with us because of you and your excellent care! Thank you Thank You Thank You!
Update 4
Gus went in for his follow up appointment with his surgeon, they are not happy with his chipped shoulder, it is poking through the skin and causing Gus a lot of pain. They have decided to take him back for another surgery to clean it up and try to ease his pain. Everything else seems to be healing nicely. Gus will go back for another surgery in the next few minutes and hopefully will be home with us again tomorrow.
Thank you all again for your kind words, prayers and generous donations. We know their is a long road to recovery for our poor little guy, but we also know how strong he is. We will keep you updated as we know what’s going on.
Update 5
Gus came home after yesterday’s surgery and was resting comfortably. This evening his neck incision began to show signs of infection, he is on his way back to Grayslake to be seen and treated. We will update when we have a better understanding of what is going on. Please continue to pray for Gus. Hopefully this will be a minor setback and we will be back on the road to recovery soon!
Update 6
Gus followed up with the Vet today and had his drain removed, he is getting stronger and will hopefully be able to get his stitches removed on Tuesday. It looks like what was thought to be infection is part of the healing process and nothing to worry about. He’s eating and drinking on his own and walking outside to go potty on his own. We cannot get over what a strong boy he is. Thank you for your continued support and prayers for Gus!
Update 7
Gus is getting better every day, he is off a lot of the very strong medications, and his personality is getting back to normal. He is eating and drinking and begging for treats. He started to chew his favorite sticks and play with his toys. Thank you to everyone who brought over goodies for Gus, he is thoroughly enjoying everything, from the delicious food to the treats and all of the toys and blankets. The plan is for Gus to have all of his stitches removed tomorrow!!
Update 8
Gus had all of his stitches removed yesterday, he is starting to feel more like himself everyday! Today he decided he wanted to play with all of his new toys!
Gus, when he was much younger
Update 9
Gus was able to have his first bath today since the attack, he still has so many scabs everywhere from the puncture wounds so it was a very gentle bath.
His neck incision seems to be healing nicely, as well as his shoulder. The eye removal also seems to have healed up quite well, and Gus has really adjusted well to losing his eye.
He still has moments when he overdoes it a little and will let out a yelp reminding him to slow down. All of the muscle damage that he endured is going to take time to heal.
With that being said, we couldn’t be happier that he is home with us, he has been extra snuggly and really seems to be enjoying the comfort of his humans laps.
Hailey, Gus’ favorite human spoke to the Waukegan City Council to try to amend the city ordinances that allowed the dogs who did this to Gus to be labeled dangerous! We will keep you posted on updates when we know more!
Thank you again for the generous donations, they are so helpful to our family!
Update 10
We haven’t updated in a while, because Gus has been keeping us very busy, every day his energy level increases and so does his his desire to play and cuddle with his humans. He is healing and getting back in to the swing of things.
We’ve made arrangements to have him groomed after hours while no other dogs are present to make sure that it goes smoothly, his puncture wounds have healed nicely as well as his surgical incisions, so he’s ready to get rid of his funny haircut from all of the shaving for surgery!
Again our family would like to thank you all for your very generous donations and kind words and thoughts. It’s a miracle that Gus is still here with us, and we will treasure every moment that we have with him!
GoFundMe: Gussy's Emergency Medical Fund
Created January 3, 2018
Jamie Schueneman
Animals
WAUKEGAN, IL
Pitbulls-Just Say No - While yes everyone is happy the dog survived but with the pits still there, for how long? We all know pits, when they don't kill their intended victim, return to finish the job. Those pits should not have been allowed to return and should have been put down. This is why killers need to be put down on spot to ensure no further victims from those individual dogs.
Hailey Renee Schueneman - This is of course the thought I share as Gussy’s owner. Our city’s animal control is run by a bunch of pit bull apologists and pits are the main breed in their shelter. They found the dogs that mauled Gus to be not dangerous.
Suzanne Gilmore Taylor - So glad he is healing, poor babe. Please get yourself to your city hall at the next monthly' meeting. Put those pictures in front of the mayor face-along with a copy the vet bill Oh and police report.. And demand they do something with these pits.YOU have rights!!!
Hailey Renee Schueneman - I have taken all of these steps! I spoke at my city council meeting on the 16th and gave these photos to the mayor and to all of the aldermen, this issue is on their agenda!
Suzanne Gilmore Taylor - GOOD FOR YOU!!!!!!I'm very proud of you!!!!I'm trying to do something in my town but it's a tourist town,they bring money with their dogs.But,the city and police are more aware
Louise Castello - Do the dogs still live next door? No way these animals should still be alive and the owner of the Pits would be paying medical bills.
Hailey Renee Schueneman - Owner is 23, renting an apartment with 2 roommates and is unemployed. He isn’t paying anything so we are stuck with the bill that’s over $8,000. Dogs are still alive and living a couple houses down.
Earlier:
Sunday, January 14, 2018
Illinois: Father asks for prayers after his daughter's Havanese named Gus pulled under his fence and mauled by two Pit Bulls
ILLINOIS -- Rick Rojas posted on Facebook January 3, 2018 ·
PRAYERS FOR GUS: This is Hailey’s (my daughter) Instagram with prayer requests for her best friend and companion.This is NOT about Pitbulls. This is about my daughter’s request for prayer that her puppy survives this attack.
Hailey is in my most recent Cover Photo holding Gus during the holidays. We need a miracle. And more than anything we pray God teaches us what He wants us to learn from this terrifying incident. #HisWillBeDone
This is what the Pit Bulls did to Gus:
PRAYERS FOR GUS: This is Hailey’s (my daughter) Instagram with prayer requests for her best friend and companion.
Hailey is in my most recent Cover Photo holding Gus during the holidays. We need a miracle. And more than anything we pray God teaches us what He wants us to learn from this terrifying incident. #HisWillBeDone
Although Rick claims "This is not about Pit Bulls" it absolutely is about Pit Bulls.
Pit Bulls are far more likely, than any other dog - even Rottweilers, Mastiffs, German Shepherds and Doberman Pinschers - to do this type of damage on a regular basis to pets, livestock, children, elderly people, their owners.
This is what the Pit Bulls did to Gus:
Update:
Tuesday, October 31, 2017
(August 2017) California: Basset Hound's tail mangled when its pulled through fence by attacking Pit Bull
CALIFORNIA -- Lynch was recently attacked by a pit bull on his tail, and was being pulled through a fence.
He was seen at Bakersfield Veterinary Hospital and is missing a chuck of his tail. He was sedated and bandaged, and given antibiotics and pain meds.
Because of the amount missing on his tail, he will need to be seen every 2 days to be sedated and re-bandaged for the next 2-6 weeks, hopefully shorter if the wound heals properly. If not, there is a chance for amputation of his tail, but we are hoping it doesn't come to that.
Due to needing to be sedated because of the sensitivity of his tail and the pain, and needing to be re-bandaged every 2 days until further notice, it comes out to roughly $100 each visit, $65 for sedation and $31 to re-bandage and that can add up.
Any and every donation will be greatly appreciated. Our baby is just 5 years old and he has a lot of life still in him, we just want him to get better as soon as he can.
Vet Info:
Bakersfield Veterinary Hospital
8610 Harris Rd.
Bakersfield, Ca 93311
Update #1
Posted on August 24, 2017
Lynch was seen this evening around 8pm, and when he got his bandage change we were told his skin still appears to be pink and that it is a good sign! We're staying positive and hoping for the best so that amputation isn't necessary.
We can't thank everyone enough for their support and love sent to Lynch during his recovery, we are so thankful for everyone who is helping us along the way.
Update #2
Posted on August 26, 2017
Lynch had bandage change #2 this afternoon, and so far so good! Skin around wound is still pink which means antibiotics seem to be helping and it means signs of life in the tissues. Still hoping for the best!
YouCaring: Help With Lynch's Medical Expenses
For: Lynch
Bakersfield, CA
Organizer: Victoria Palafox
$620 of $1,200 goal raised by 17 donors
He was seen at Bakersfield Veterinary Hospital and is missing a chuck of his tail. He was sedated and bandaged, and given antibiotics and pain meds.
Because of the amount missing on his tail, he will need to be seen every 2 days to be sedated and re-bandaged for the next 2-6 weeks, hopefully shorter if the wound heals properly. If not, there is a chance for amputation of his tail, but we are hoping it doesn't come to that.
Due to needing to be sedated because of the sensitivity of his tail and the pain, and needing to be re-bandaged every 2 days until further notice, it comes out to roughly $100 each visit, $65 for sedation and $31 to re-bandage and that can add up.
Any and every donation will be greatly appreciated. Our baby is just 5 years old and he has a lot of life still in him, we just want him to get better as soon as he can.
Vet Info:
Bakersfield Veterinary Hospital
8610 Harris Rd.
Bakersfield, Ca 93311
Update #1
Posted on August 24, 2017
Lynch was seen this evening around 8pm, and when he got his bandage change we were told his skin still appears to be pink and that it is a good sign! We're staying positive and hoping for the best so that amputation isn't necessary.
We can't thank everyone enough for their support and love sent to Lynch during his recovery, we are so thankful for everyone who is helping us along the way.
Update #2
Posted on August 26, 2017
Lynch had bandage change #2 this afternoon, and so far so good! Skin around wound is still pink which means antibiotics seem to be helping and it means signs of life in the tissues. Still hoping for the best!
YouCaring: Help With Lynch's Medical Expenses
For: Lynch
Bakersfield, CA
Organizer: Victoria Palafox
$620 of $1,200 goal raised by 17 donors
Friday, October 27, 2017
Massachusetts: In Memory of Javian Candolario, mauled to death by a veteran's "therapy" Pit Bulls
MASSACHUSETTS -- His name was Javian Candolario.
He was sweet and inquisitive and he was seven years old and he’ll never see eight because a couple of pit bulls tore him to pieces in Lowell the other day.
Rodney Elliott is a Lowell city councilor and will go to his grave believing there is a chance Javian would be alive today if a state law had not negated a 2011 ordinance he sponsored that required, among other things, that pit bulls be kept in pens when outside.
In the days that have followed Javian’s death, Elliott has received emails from across the country, and even a few from Lowell residents, suggesting that he is an ignorant jerk for wanting to reinstate restrictions on owning pit bulls.
“About the nicest thing they’ve called me is a dog hater,” he said.
Oliver, Elliott’s Bichon Frise, would be surprised to hear his owner being dismissed as a dog hater, because Elliott is very good to Oliver. Oliver weighs 13 pounds and the worse thing he could do to you is pee on your leg.
Pit bulls are capable of killing people, and they killed Javian Candolario in the most gruesome fashion.
I’d like to see the get-a- lifers who are spewing hatred at a guy who is trying to do the right thing sit down with Javian Candolario’s mother and tell her that Javian’s death is regrettable but, hey, pit bulls have rights, too.
That mother saw what was done to her son. She will never be the same. Nor will others who saw it. Five of the police officers who arrived too late to save Javian are traumatized, receiving counseling. They will never unsee what they saw.
After police shot one of the dogs, it jumped the fence and ran for a mile before police cornered it and put it down.
“That dog had 15 bulllets in it,” Rodney Elliott said.
The details are still sketchy, but it appears Javian went to pat the dogs, who were in a fenced yard.
“The dogs pulled him over the fence,” Elliott said.
What followed, what was done to the boy’s body, was horrific beyond words.
“I think if people knew the gruesome details, they might not be as quick to judge the idea of placing more restrictions on owning pit bulls,” Elliott said.
Maybe he’s right. But, out of respect for the family, he’s not disclosing those details.
Elliott said the dogs’ owner works as a corrections officer and did not register the dogs with the city as required. Nor does it appear the dogs had the required rabies shots. The dogs’ owner has a lot to answer for.
Javian Candolario will be waked Friday at the Fay McCabe Funeral Home, where the good folks are donating their services. There will be a funeral Mass at St. Michael’s on Saturday, and Javian will be buried in a donated plot.
But Rodney Elliott believes the city of Lowell owes Javian Candolario more, a legacy that will protect others in his memory. He has heard experts claim there is no data showing that pit bulls are more dangerous than other breeds but he laments the dearth of data and says common sense, and common decency, demands more.
He was heartened to learn that People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, an animal rights organization, issued a statement Thursday saying they agreed on the need for placing restrictions on pit bull ownership. If PETA favors restrictions now, he says, others can change their minds.
“Pit bulls are the most often abused, most frequently abandoned, and most likely dogs to be left in a backyard like a cheap alarm system with a beating heart,” said Daphna Nachminovitch, PETA’s vice president of cruelty investigations. “PETA supports the city of Lowell in its efforts to regulate pit bull breeding and urges it to pass a mandatory spay and neuter law that would protect all members of the community, including the dogs themselves.”
Cue the emails, claiming the PETA people are dog haters.
(Boston Globe - Oct 27, 2017)
Earlier:
He was sweet and inquisitive and he was seven years old and he’ll never see eight because a couple of pit bulls tore him to pieces in Lowell the other day.
In the days that have followed Javian’s death, Elliott has received emails from across the country, and even a few from Lowell residents, suggesting that he is an ignorant jerk for wanting to reinstate restrictions on owning pit bulls.
“About the nicest thing they’ve called me is a dog hater,” he said.
Oliver, Elliott’s Bichon Frise, would be surprised to hear his owner being dismissed as a dog hater, because Elliott is very good to Oliver. Oliver weighs 13 pounds and the worse thing he could do to you is pee on your leg.
Pit bulls are capable of killing people, and they killed Javian Candolario in the most gruesome fashion.
I’d like to see the get-a- lifers who are spewing hatred at a guy who is trying to do the right thing sit down with Javian Candolario’s mother and tell her that Javian’s death is regrettable but, hey, pit bulls have rights, too.
That mother saw what was done to her son. She will never be the same. Nor will others who saw it. Five of the police officers who arrived too late to save Javian are traumatized, receiving counseling. They will never unsee what they saw.
After police shot one of the dogs, it jumped the fence and ran for a mile before police cornered it and put it down.
“That dog had 15 bulllets in it,” Rodney Elliott said.
The details are still sketchy, but it appears Javian went to pat the dogs, who were in a fenced yard.
“The dogs pulled him over the fence,” Elliott said.
“I think if people knew the gruesome details, they might not be as quick to judge the idea of placing more restrictions on owning pit bulls,” Elliott said.
Maybe he’s right. But, out of respect for the family, he’s not disclosing those details.
Elliott said the dogs’ owner works as a corrections officer and did not register the dogs with the city as required. Nor does it appear the dogs had the required rabies shots. The dogs’ owner has a lot to answer for.
Javian Candolario will be waked Friday at the Fay McCabe Funeral Home, where the good folks are donating their services. There will be a funeral Mass at St. Michael’s on Saturday, and Javian will be buried in a donated plot.
He was heartened to learn that People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, an animal rights organization, issued a statement Thursday saying they agreed on the need for placing restrictions on pit bull ownership. If PETA favors restrictions now, he says, others can change their minds.
“Pit bulls are the most often abused, most frequently abandoned, and most likely dogs to be left in a backyard like a cheap alarm system with a beating heart,” said Daphna Nachminovitch, PETA’s vice president of cruelty investigations. “PETA supports the city of Lowell in its efforts to regulate pit bull breeding and urges it to pass a mandatory spay and neuter law that would protect all members of the community, including the dogs themselves.”
Cue the emails, claiming the PETA people are dog haters.
(Boston Globe - Oct 27, 2017)
Earlier:
Sunday, August 20, 2017
South Africa: Pit bull jumps into fenced yard, grabs another dog, drags him over the wall by the neck and into the street where it proceeds to kill it
SOUTH AFRICA -- A male pit bull brutally mauled and killed another dog after attacking the dog on Thursday (August 17).
Residents from the area say the pit bull got out of its cage and escaped from the yard.
The dog made its way from Balsam Avenue into Calendula Avenue through an alley between the streets.
The noise of barking dogs was heard in the area, with the pit bull jumping over a wall and getting into a yard, where it grabbed a another dog by the neck.
The mixed breed dog was dragged back over the wall and into the street, where residents say the dog was dragged a further 4 houses away by the pit bull.
During this time, residents say the pit bull continued to attack the smaller dog, dragging him around.
Residents came out of their homes upon hearing the commotion.
They all tried to separate the dogs, but in vain, as the pit bull would not let go. The pit bull’s owner was also in the street trying to separate the dogs.
The dogs eventually separated, with the crossbreed sustaining numerous puncture wounds and bite marks to the neck.
The crossbreed dog was taken to the Animal Anti-Cruelty League (AACL) by Councillor Abbas Warasally, but nothing could be done, as no vets were open at the time.
Annamarie Koen of the AACL told the dog’s owners to take it to the vet early on Friday morning. They did this, and the dog received medical attention and medication, with the vet telling the owners to bring the dog back on Monday for a check-up.
However, the dog didn’t make it and was found dead in its yard yesterday (August 19) by the owner, who is devastated by the loss of her beloved dog, Toby, who was 7 years old.
Many people in the community want the pit bull to be removed from the area, as they say it could easily attack and kill a child. They fear for their own safety.
(Ladysmith Gazette - August 20, 2017)
Residents from the area say the pit bull got out of its cage and escaped from the yard.
The dog made its way from Balsam Avenue into Calendula Avenue through an alley between the streets.
The mixed breed dog was dragged back over the wall and into the street, where residents say the dog was dragged a further 4 houses away by the pit bull.
During this time, residents say the pit bull continued to attack the smaller dog, dragging him around.
Residents came out of their homes upon hearing the commotion.
They all tried to separate the dogs, but in vain, as the pit bull would not let go. The pit bull’s owner was also in the street trying to separate the dogs.
The dogs eventually separated, with the crossbreed sustaining numerous puncture wounds and bite marks to the neck.
The crossbreed dog was taken to the Animal Anti-Cruelty League (AACL) by Councillor Abbas Warasally, but nothing could be done, as no vets were open at the time.
Annamarie Koen of the AACL told the dog’s owners to take it to the vet early on Friday morning. They did this, and the dog received medical attention and medication, with the vet telling the owners to bring the dog back on Monday for a check-up.
However, the dog didn’t make it and was found dead in its yard yesterday (August 19) by the owner, who is devastated by the loss of her beloved dog, Toby, who was 7 years old.
Many people in the community want the pit bull to be removed from the area, as they say it could easily attack and kill a child. They fear for their own safety.
(Ladysmith Gazette - August 20, 2017)
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