Worst day ever: Dog attack Bella stopped eating.

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I hope she recovers nicely for you. Did she get some B vitamins? I'd give her some if not.

 

[carolinagirl]

I hope she feels better soon. Bless her heart...

Hopefully the neighbor 'gets it' and is able to keep them away.

I bet when he sees that vet bill he will 'get it' loud and clear. Poor little goatie. I sure do hope she recovers.

 

[aggieterpkatie]

He plans on getting the electronic shock collar fencing for them.

Where is the "thumbs down" smilie? I hate those fences. There's no physical barrier. If the dog wants out, he just runs out and puts up with the shock. If my dog attacked livestock, you can bet your sweet bum I would not rely on the underground fence.

 

[carolinagirl]

He plans on getting the electronic shock collar fencing for them.

Where is the "thumbs down" smilie? I hate those fences. There's no physical barrier. If the dog wants out, he just runs out and puts up with the shock. If my dog attacked livestock, you can bet your sweet bum I would not rely on the underground fence.

Agree completly. Those fences are OK for a calm dog, but if a dog is on the chase (squirrel, cat, etc) they cross the underground wire so fast they are on the other side before they even get a shock. And then it's too late....they are on the other side and free. I would insist on regular fencing or kennels for the offending dogs.

 

[Livinwright Farm]

He plans on getting the electronic shock collar fencing for them.

Where is the "thumbs down" smilie? I hate those fences. There's no physical barrier. If the dog wants out, he just runs out and puts up with the shock. If my dog attacked livestock, you can bet your sweet bum I would not rely on the underground fence.

Agree completly. Those fences are OK for a calm dog, but if a dog is on the chase (squirrel, cat, etc) they cross the underground wire so fast they are on the other side before they even get a shock. And then it's too late....they are on the other side and free. I would insist on regular fencing or kennels for the offending dogs.

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On a related note: if the dogs step foot on your property again, I would NOT hesitate in Shooting To Kill! The owner was warned, and apparently doesn't have any respect for your animals.

 

[20kidsonhill]

I like to take the approach of understanding; the neighbor apologized, is paying the bills, and is trying to address the containment issue. Maybe a little unaware that the kind of fencing he wants to use is not very affective, but trying none-the-less. I would be thankful, the neighbor cares that much and keep working with him. He is your neighbor after all.

Does your fencing border your neighbor"s property? If so, here in VA, neighbors in the country share a 50/50 cost in fencing on property lines. You maybe could get him to go in on some electric on you fencing to help you with the cost and since it is his dogs making you have to do more to the fencing he might agree to some of the cost. Just a thought.

I hope your doe keeps improveing, she looks in pretty rough shape. I am wondering if she would eat her grain with some extra protein added with it, A couple thoughts would be a raw egg mixed in, a part of a can of ensure mixed in, we would add up to a whole can of ensure a day per 90 to 100 lb goat getting them ready for the show. Has lots of vitamines and protein.

 

[Holachicka]

Yes, please give this guy the benifit of the doubt, he came over, was very remorseful, is going to pay the bills, and has kept the dogs in a kennel since he heard of the attack. He didn't question if I was sure it was his dogs, accepted the fact that I recogized them as his, and is genuinly trying to do the right thing. Even if I have to discuss other options for containing his dogs, we were very lucky that he has been so great about trying to do the right thing at this point.

This morning I gave Bella her pain shot asap, and an hour later went out to check on her, she is moving around a lot more, and seems to be doing so much better than yesterday!! She even gave me a few tail wags when I gave her some loves! She still looks awful, but I am so pleased that her demeanor is improving! Swelling has gone down quite a bit in her face, Here is a recent pic:

 

[carolinagirl]

yes, you are very lucky he is taking responsibility for this. Most dog owners would not do that.

I am so glad she is feeling better! Does the vet think her neck will straighten out later? Even if it doesn't, she is alive and looks like she will stay that way. That's GOOD news!!

 

[elevan]

I'm glad she is home and feeling a little better.

I would sit down with the neighbor and express my concerns over his choice of containment though...that type of fencing requires consistent training of the dog before they can be "let loose" in the yard and even then if the dog really wants to give chase they'll simply run right through the "shock".

 

[Okie Amazon]

What did the vet say the "bowing" was caused by? Did she lose that much muscle mass? Dislocated vertebrae? Hopefully she is holding it that way herself out of pain and will gradually straighten up. Maybe some physical therapy when she heals more?