got a small lap dog thats mean,what to do?

Question

well have a small lap dog that bites.and hes not playing either!!i have 4 kids and he has already bit my 4 yr old daughter once.and i walked up to him the other day and he bit me and drew blood.and im not talking about a scratch.just walking by him,no matter who it is he will charge at you,try to bite.well we gave it away to some one who didnt have kids.it didnt last more thatn 2 days and the person brought the dog back cause of its biting.well we got it from some one and when we found out it bit we went to give it back and the person just fell off the face of the earth.so i was talking to a friend and told him the story.he said bring it to the dog pound.i said well what if they dont take it.can i uthanize it myself?he said no,its animal cruelty,i could get arrested.but how this is a dangerous animal.i wont try to give it to any one in fear of being sued.im lucky the ither person didnt try after it bit her.so do you think they will take the dog.what should i do?

also my daughter never bothered the dog and im not going to try to train it i just want it to go away.i have another dog thats fine this one is dangerous.

Answer 1

I think that you should euthinize it. it's not good for a dog to do that. DO NOT GIVE IT TO SOMEONE ELSE!!

Answer 2

Believe it or not, Pomeranians don't shed, despite all their fur. I have a Pom and he needs brushing to keep his fur from getting matted. I always end up with some fur on the brush but other than that, he doesn't shed on my clothes when I hold him at other times, he doesn't shed on the car seat when he rides in the car, nor on his bed's blankets. If I can't walk him, I play fetch with him in the house and if I do that enough (20 minutes or so) that seems to be enough exercise for him. He is 12 pounds but that's large for a Pom. The breed standard is 5 to 7 pounds. I like the size he is but what I'm saying is you should be able to find a Pom that will only grow to 10 pounds or under. Take a look at the parents and only buy from a breeder who has the parents (or at least the mother) on the premises. My husband has allergies but doesn't seem to mind the Pom. Poodles are also hypoallergenic and miniature poodles are not much bigger than a 3 month old cat. Actually, the lady I got the Pom from now has a miniature poodle.

Answer 3

I would take the dog to the SPCA. They might end up putting it down, but at least it has a chance to find a home that way. I have never heard of them denying an animal, in fact many have an outside drop off that you don't even have to talk to anyone if you don't want to. Some might argue that doing so is mean, but if your child is caught with enough bites, the dog could be put down anyways. And if you do get another dog, remember, very small dogs are not necessarily the best thing around kids. Kids are a little too unpredictable when you're that little. Good luck to you.

Answer 4

here are your options, as I see it:
1. Try to get a dog trainer and see what you can do
2. Bring it to a pound BUT (and this is vital) inform them that the dog has bitten without being provoked SEVERAL TIMES. The pound will decide whether or not to euthenize it or see if there is a rehabilitation centre in the area that might take it in.
3. Bring it to a vet and have it euthenized. If it is dangerous and you are afraid for your well being, it will be a $200 well spent. It is not illegal to euthenize a dog as long as you aren't doing it in an "at home" method.

Answer 5

My little Cocker Spaniel was like that when I first brought him home. He had been severely abused. In fact, my son-in-law, who considers himself to be a dog expert was sure he'd "eat me up" before I got him home.
It took a lot of love and patience, but he turned out to be one of the best dogs I ever had. I named him Wookie (his original owner had called him Larry...ugh!) and we got to be inseparable friends...
He died a few years ago...and I still miss him horribly.
Could it be that this person who dropped off the face of the earth, who gave you the dog in the first place was abusive to him? Perhaps the little guy is frightened.
I can see why you would not want a frightened, possibly vicious dog around your children.

Anyhow, see if you can't find an older man or woman with lots and lots of patience who might be willing to try to rehabilitate your little dog.
If I lived close enough to you, and had the chance to meet the little guy, I might consider trying it myself.

EDIT:
Lots of people don't understand that a dog doesn't think like a human being does.
I'm glad you do have another dog that you and your kids are happy with.
Your little lap dog can be rehabilitated. He needs a leader (dogs are pack animals, there must be a hierarchy that they understand) that he can trust and respect.
I've had good luck with such dogs, and so have many other people. Please, try a "rescue" type place before you put him down.

Answer 6

Hello,
This is one problem with small dogs, people do not think they are much of a threat for they are so small, sorry you are finding out they can be a threat.

It already bit you and unless you can learn not to be afraid of it, and take control of it (and take care of the kids and and and) who needs the stress.
The dog pound will put down such a dog, and the vet will, oh and around here there are people who will (no one gets in trouble around here for putting down such a creature).

Have you thought of the trouble a parent can get into for having such a dog that is biting your kids. This is a dangerous situation and a perfect time for the CPS to show up at your door.
Best to keep you and your family safe. I love critters but this dog is going to take a lot of your time and may never let your kids live in peace.
Wish you well....

Answer 7

If you're not going to try training it, there's no point asking what to do about its behaviour; thorough socialisation and training are the only way to prevent problematic behaviour and nip any signs of it in the bud. Since your dog has become a biter, you may want to invest in some professional obedience training; a few lessons together will almost certainly be beneficial for the both of you. Biting is often more about fear, ill-treatment and insufficient socialisation than it is about aggression.

If you no longer want your dog, hand him or her over to a breed rescue, if he or she is a purebred or crossbred of some breed. They'll find somebody experienced in handling problematic behaviour willing to foster and train the dog until a suitable new owner is assessed, and make sure he or she finds a better home next time.

Answer 8

You can totally get this situation under control and quickly. You just need to take charge. Read Cesar Milans book and he gives step by step. But the dog isn't being 'mean' in it's mind, it is taking control This is because it doesnt feel leadership coming from you. I have used his method and it really does work. If he is really small, you might need to put on a glove and simply turn him on his back and hold him there a few minutes until he 'surrenders'. That doesn't involve hurting the dog, but you will establish yourself as no nonsense. And you have to be calm, not angry when you do this. But ANY dog can be rehabbed. He's just spoiled, not bad.

Answer 9

oh dont give up on it!! Watch Dog Wisperer on national geographic Cesar Millan he addresses this A LOT!! U have to b more dominant over the dog use the lil corrections Cesar does. it isnt too late plz work to save this dogs life! Please.
Alot of episodes are on friday so thats ur best chance to catch him.
type in Cesar Millan to get to his website.
good luck

Answer 10

Take the dog to the vet's and have him put down....I am assuming you have given the dog rabie shots...if not, you will have to quarantine him and make sure he isn't sick, then have him destroyed at the vet's. Your children should not be around this dangerous animal...

Answer 11

If you need to get it away from your kids and are unable or unwilling to train it (which I agree may or may not work and in the meantime your kids are in danger), then it should be taken to animal control or to your vet to be euthanized humanely. I agree you are not going to be able to rehome it with its aggression problem. People do not adopt seriously aggressive dogs.