I'm In Bits

[pastafreak]

Sammi has been showing some signs of agression...mostly food guarding. Common in ex racers as they basically live in prison and isolation. They never share anything. He had been improving until about 2 weeks ago when he growled/snapped for seemingly no reason. This was with food, toys and 2x when I was just standing near him. Out of the blue he became quite agressive this morning...I was cornered by my front door...got nipped thru my jeans. Called behaviourist...it was to be arranged that he would be collected. After speaking to several representatives of the rescue, I was then told that with this being recurring behaviour that was getting worse...he would have to be put down. They, as a charity, would face legal action if they rehomed him. And maybe his fears would take over again. I feel so, so sad...but TBH I was becoming quite afraid of him.
I can't think of anything else I could do...and wonder why he was so extreme.

[pastafreak]

I hadn't thought of that lankeela...

LadyCG...I hadn't realised you no longer had Phoebe...I'm so sorry.

[wolf63]

This is just so sad. Poor you, poor Sammi. xx

[LadyCG]

She's wreaking havoc on a farm in Wiltshire now, bless her.

I'm so sorry again. I know how much you love Sammi.

[pastafreak]

I wish Sammi could go live on a farm.

[Barmaid]

Oh Pasta. I really feel for you. I'm so sorry. X

[tiggerblue10]

This is so awful, Pasta. You've done your best for Sammi and now there is nothing more you can do. It's so sad the circumstances some animals are in before being rescued. Sammi was lucky to have such a caring owner like you xx

[ladybirder]

Oh No! Just seen this Pasta. My heart goes out to you both I am so so sorry. What a dreadful outcome for such a good intention. Not his fault, not your fault. Big hug from me, I wish I could do more. xxx

[Prudie]

Just sending you sympathy, it's so sad for you, I'm really sorry x

[jennyjoan]

So sorry to hear of this but you done your best x

[Bobbisox1]

Oh Pasta I’m so sorry reading this, you tried everything and gave him the love he needed but when this happens it’s time to let go, I feel your pain

[pastafreak]

I only had him 3 months...well 15 weeks tomorrow. And it feels as if I'd had him much longer. I loved him...but I couldn't trust him. I wanted a dog like Sally I guess...but I'd never have been able to trust him in the same way. It's just heart wrenching to see such a beautiful dog put to sleep...he was in his prime.

[rockyracoon]

Oh no. I'm so sorry Pasta. I know exactly how you feel. I had a failed rescue last year, where Ricky the Rescue became very aggressive with me, in fact he absolutely terrified me. Battersea came and took him away and euthanised him. I was devastated and felt like an utter failure. We had no idea of his history, as with most rescues, it just makes it so sad.

[pastafreak]

Hugs to you rocky.
Sammi had been with another lady for about a month and had displayed sleep startle. So the rescue knew about that...it's not uncommon in racers. I think he should have been in a foster for a while. But as it was just before lockdown I think the rescue was trying to place as many dogs as possible.
I just wish they could have collected him and dealt with euthanising him. I feel numb and in shock right now.

[Apc2604]

So very, very sorry,Pasta. Hugs.

[DTCwordfan]

any local dog behavioural-therapists that you could try....?

[lankeela]

It is a far better way to ensure he would never be punished for something he may well not be able to control - people who pass on aggressive dogs are just as bad in my book as those who ill treat them.

[Mamyalynne]

Of course you feel numb, let the tears flow but know you did your absolute best.

[Toorak]

So sorry to hear this. You did the right thing even though you must be aching with sadness just now x

[Patsy33]

I'm so sorry it has come to this, Pasta.
You've showed so my love for Sammie, you did everything the best you could. This, as sad as it is, has to be the right thing for both of you. ( hugs)

[choux]

I am truly saddened to read this, pasta. Having rescued many dogs in my time I can only imagine how devasting this is. Top marks for trying and giving Sammi a loving home. So very sorry for you x