I got attacked by a pack of dogs

First of all I am so sorry, I have written a item on dogs and the understanding of dogs on this site (new owners). and very much like that person said, the dogs may need to be put down, owing to the rat of  a owner not doing the right thing. It all comes down to the owners, right from day one, with dogs. Top dog, I have gone on about this in my other thred: Dont get me going please:  I ask some think please, how close were you to the dogs home, and how far from your own home, at the time?
Happy you came of OK,  Kind Regards

I can't believe the police and animal control are so lackadaisical . . . when our OWN dog bit my husband on the hand and he went to the ER for a tetnus shot, it was reported to the health dept., and our dog was on 10 day quarantine, even though we had proof of his current rabies . . .it's just standard protocol. You need to see a physician about this so that it's reported, that should make the authorities a little more interested! I also wanted to add, I know that you aren't sure about pursuing it, but as someone else pointed out, what if this had been a child? What if the next time, it is a child? At least you'll know you've done all that you could to prevent it if you follow all the proper channels, even if they're gone, their info can be reported to neighboring authorities so they'd know if/ WHEN it happens again. Just my 2 cents!

How do you know they got rid of the dogs? to where?
 
This serves to remind me to take my stick. I used to take it and have gotten laxidasial.  You never know.   

I am so sorry about what happened!  Riley and I wish you a speedy recovery!!!

That's terrifying.  I'm so sorry, and I hope you recover soon.  I'm sure you and Romeo will be able to work through this together.
 
Kate

Oh my gosh,,,how terrifying,,,,I would be so nervous about walking my dog for a very long time....I know me...but I hope you and Romeo have a speedy recovery both physical AND mental. 
I went searching agressive dogs over the Internet a year or so ago...read on a site that was written by a behavourist/trainer that a dog never forgets being attacked, so that if you have a timid dog to begin with be very careful to not let them get attacked..     That scared me,,,because Bubby was attacked by another Dane before I got her.   I hate to think they NEVER forget. Maybe with help, Romeo can forget.

Yikes!  I'm sorry you and Romeo had to go through this!

Just goes to show you how stupid and irresponsible people can be ...

Roxie and I are wishing you and Romeo the best! [] *hugs*

What you both need to do very soon is dog share, find a friend that you know that has a dog, that dont mind other dogs at all, and share each others dog walking in the park together or in a garden but not your own a third persons garden say with no dog. Both must be lady's that's owners or men for men owners, and you must share the leads for the day, holding. You both stay together at all times. Right your friend has tip bits in the pocket, also you, but each time a treat is to be given the owner of the dog,  give the reward only you do not treat the other persons dog at anytime.

On the first meeting both of you have a new soft toy rapped in paper, remember you both give each others dog the gift not your own, only the rewards from your pockets. Know what I ask you both to do is swop coats if you are the same size, or I ask you both to bring a small blanket any item of cloth that comes from the other persons home and swap that it right from the start also and hold it all the time, return the item afterwards at the end, Always stay close, sit on the ground play with the toys make it a fun day. Dont force any mover, both chat have a snack but remember, find a dog owner that has a dog that dont mind other dogs, and always the owner of the dog will only give food treats to his or her own dog. Remember you hold the lead of your friends dog all the way, walking, talking. Lots of playing lots of fun tell each other jokes, owners both be happy in side, find a area away from dogs if poss.  OK you have had a good day out, once you are at home the new toy know is called the name of the other dog say blackee and each time you play ball in the home you say where's blackee, find blackee, wee, lets find blackee,OK and so on. the following day you will meet blackee and owner, and you will say to your dog in the home, where's blackee lets find blackee, and start to put your coat on, and go and meet the other owner with your toy in hand, and play ball walk together have fun and dont forget the lead holding, share leads, and coat or blankets you must hold dont forget and then return it at the end. but keep together and if tip bits are to be given only the owner of the dog gives it, never to other person. the only thing given was the new toy, and both toys must be brand new right from day one. if the dogs change toys or play with the toys dont stop them. Take your time slowly, slowly, lots of fun. Sorry it's hard writing all this down for you but I hope you understand the rules here. Sorry we are UK but , after a about a week walk with that friend past the area of atack, know your dog has a friend in a pack, 4 in the pack your dog is a part of that new pack, but dont push the point lots of happyness toys in hand, dont take of the event at the time of going past this area talk of anything but that. Please do not talk of this event all the way, you must be strong for you both. I feel you must have friends on here to help.  Good luck PM me, if we can help anymore, Your dog needs to see all dogs are not the same, and find a friend. It will work  This is only if you think your dog will go back wards over this. Maybe print this off and read if slowly. You are strong to do this small bit my hat of to you, welldone.  I am going to say something dont take it the wrong way please, YOU NEED TO GET YOUR HEAD MIND IN ORDER, what I am saying sweetly, you must be strong to help your dog get over this, get on with thinks the same, dont change your ways, to much move forward fast. Your dog can pick up your mood swings, that's what dogs are all about. Please I hope you understand my sweet words to you. Be strong in your mind move forward. Dont go overboard sheilding get back on track, thank the Lord the dog's have moved, but some area of training need's to be set on the dog's to see if this will put right bad actions by them, if after a traning time is given 3 months, then not sorry, may need to sleep. I think in the right hands all dog's young or old can be shown to right way. You just need to understand the dog, feel the dog, be the dog, become one with the dog, in the mind. Sorry to go on but you must understand it inside out. All our Love and good luck keep posting. Thats the best we can do to help you.

You have a license number?  Right now you don't feel like dealing with this but later on you may wish that you did.  Document your account of the story with all of the detail you can remember.  And get your health record from this emergency.
 
I truly think that doing the legal route ultimately will make you feel more comfortable.  Rather than trying to forget it. Because you will not forget it no matter what.  Also, you are making a paper trail for these folks trying to escape without paying heed to the nasty things that they are doing.  These dogs are very capable of killing.  A child would be done in that situation. 
 
Talk to a professional .  If anything it will help you to talk to them, just to feel better.  You may get a better grip on your own personal point of view.
 
 

They should pay for this. Otherwise they are never going to learn. Report them for the good of anyone else they run into or any other dog they take home. Please

ORIGINAL: Hollysmom

How do you know they got rid of the dogs? to where?

This serves to remind me to take my stick. I used to take it and have gotten laxidasial.  You never know.   

 
The incident ocurred early Monday morning around 3:30 am  or so.  I went back that afternoon to get more information on them and to give them my bills since they agreed to pay.  When I got there, they said the dogs have been set to their parents house because they did not want any more problems with the apartment people.
 
I have been going back and forth trying to decide what to do.  I finally decided I would ask a friend of mine at the DPS to run the license plate and I was able to get an address.  Police went over and it was the parents house, the dogs were there and to my surprsie they willingly surrendered the animals.  Now there is going to be a trial and all. 
 
I don't know what is going to happen, I don't want the dogs to be put down.  I have contacted a behaviorist so she can test the dogs (if allowed by the judge) because if there is anything that can be done to keep them from getting euthanized, then I am willing to do it.  I feel bad, because it was dark, even though they were outside unleashed, they were in front of their apartment.
 
I have gotten my shots, Romeo too. We were able to verify with their vets that the dogs had gotten all their shots, but still. 
 
I contacted the animal communicator, I was heartbroken to learn Romeo wants to "belong" to my father becaue he feels "safer" with him ( I did not give any details to communicator).  I am trying to recover from this one.  I told Romeo, he is the light and love of my life, that I will learn how to protect him better, but that we will be staying together no matter what.  He was happy with that.
 
Now, that I have made the decision to go forward with the charges, I feel much better.  I just hope I can help these dogs.  I don't want to see them get pts.
 
I strongly believe I will be able to help Romeo get past this.  I have enlisted the help of few people with very friendly "big dogs" 
 
I want to thank each and all of you, for your words of encouragement, advice and behavior tips.  It is comforting to know there is a place where people understand.
 
Romeo, says thanks for the get well wishes, and sends lots of wet kisses.

Since dogs pick up on our posture and smell, pursuing these people will empower you and you will no longer give off the smell of depression and defeat. That may help Romeo. Non Illegitimi Carborundum. Don't let the bastards wear you down. Stay the course with calm resolution.

And be aware that the court's remedy may only be PTS, as a matter of procedure after a dangerous dog hearing. Somehow, somewhere, someway, owners must learn responsibility and liability, or they should not be allowed to have dogs. Letting dogs out to roam free is irresponsible. I've noticed that most dogs have a sense of territory covering at least an acre. And that is exactly why they shouldn't leave their dogs out unattended. The dogs will assume that area is theirs to protect.

Yesterday, before going home, I drove around to check on loose dogs prior to walking Shadow. Sure enough, the JRT that came after us while her owners argued with me was out, again. Standing in the middle of the street staring me down in my vehicle that weighs 2.5 tons. I don't believe in hurting dogs. But there are some rednecks out there who live the lyrics from that Garth Brooks song. "He never hit the brakes and he was shifting gears..." So, later, I directed our walk to avoid that dog, even though we've walked down that street for two years and those people moved in only a month or so ago. And the police don't want to come around unless the dogs are fighting or are currently obstructing traffic. Eventually, she'll wander over to Texas Hwy. 5, where the speed limit changes from 55 to 70 and meet her fate with a duallie pulling a load of hay.