phoebejo Posted December 29, 2007 Report Share Posted December 29, 2007 I've just seen Sky News (didn't see Mel) and the chap on there asked if we should be considering adding Rottweilers to the dangerous dogs list. I doubt he'd say the same if it were a Jack Russell, Labrador or Springer involved. To make such a suggestion is an over-reaction. If it were almost any other breed the media would treat it as it is, a tragic accident, instead of making ludicrous suggestions about the safety of every other Rottweiler Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EAD Posted December 29, 2007 Report Share Posted December 29, 2007 So tragic When my nephew (14 months old) comes to visit Kyla is put in the kitchen with her kong as shes not used to kids and would come across as aggressive. It wouldnt be fair to put her in that position. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melp Posted December 29, 2007 Report Share Posted December 29, 2007 The Sunday People [and no doubt other tabloids] will be calling for Rotties to be added to the DDA. I've done a telephone interview with them, Allie has done News of the World and I've done DMTV Manchester as well as Sky. Thankfully no-one else has been as bad as Sky but my guess is that the tabloids will twist everything we've said. A DNB/BBAS press release will be available shortly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mop Posted December 29, 2007 Report Share Posted December 29, 2007 I live at Wakefield and this is what the local rag says http://www.wakefieldexpress.co.uk/news/Rot...ched.3627882.jp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DitzyLips Posted December 29, 2007 Report Share Posted December 29, 2007 I'm saddened to here of another death and the impact it'll have too allround.Is there anyway to send condolances to the family? A tough day for all that family and related animal welfare people Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReikiAnge Posted December 29, 2007 Report Share Posted December 29, 2007 Ryan from Dogchat is going to be interviewed by Sky this aft. He's fairly positive about it, have given him a heads up though. His interview is being shown on Sky News now. Roger Mugford is on now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helly Posted December 29, 2007 Report Share Posted December 29, 2007 i wish someone would put sky right on the fact rotties have not been bred over hundreds of years to fight. The press have again gone for a dangerous dog frenzy which must be awful for the kiddies family Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peachy Posted December 29, 2007 Report Share Posted December 29, 2007 I thought Ryan commanded a lot of respect and came across as really well informed and balanced. He hit the nail on the head. i wish someone would put sky right on the fact rotties have not been bred over hundreds of years to fight. The press have again gone for a dangerous dog frenzy which must be awful for the kiddies family I agree. A media frenzy does not show compassion to anyone involved or actually help anyone at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmandaUK Posted December 29, 2007 Report Share Posted December 29, 2007 Poor little boy and his family, my heart bleeds for them. Alas Rottweilers are not getting good press with the history of killings recently My friend has the misfortune to live on a bit of a rough estate. A few weeks ago there was a terrible commotion outside, she said it sounded as though someone was being murdered. In a way they were, a Rottweiler had killed a Staffie in the street, just outside her home In fairness, I don't know which dog instigated the incident. Or if both or one dog was off leash. RIP little boy and dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherlock Bones Posted December 29, 2007 Report Share Posted December 29, 2007 Melp - i've just read the latest BBC report - the tide is changing girl - the message is getting through!!! http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/7164015.stm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happylittlegreensquirrel Posted December 29, 2007 Report Share Posted December 29, 2007 I think Roger Mugford came over very well on Sky and made a very valid point that the immediate euthanasia of dogs involved in such fatalities removes any chance for him or someone with his experience to assess the dog The dog as much as the people involved is a witness and can give evidence if its assessed by the right people ( thats not come out as clear as I had hoped so I hope people understand what I am saying ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DitzyLips Posted December 29, 2007 Report Share Posted December 29, 2007 (edited) I think Roger Mugford came over very well on Sky and made a very valid point that the immediate euthanasia of dogs involved in such fatalities removes any chance for him or someone with his experience to assess the dog The dog as much as the people involved is a witness and can give evidence if its assessed by the right people ( thats not come out as clear as I had hoped so I hope people understand what I am saying ) Your saying an assesment of the dog could tell the story of what happened and why it acted the way it did perhaps it gave off telltale sign beofre attacking or was touched somewhere painful or something Edited December 29, 2007 by DitzyLips Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melp Posted December 29, 2007 Report Share Posted December 29, 2007 I understand what you [and Dr M] are saying Sam. I do however appreciate that the police when faced with an out of control animal and a dead or dying child have to react according to what they see. A tranq dart may be the answer but would need a specialist to administer. I really don't see what options they have when faced with something like this to be honest and what future for any animal who kills a child? it wouldn't make the slightest bit of difference what caused the attack, if someone dies as a result of it who is ever going to take that animal on? very very few people I should think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DitzyLips Posted December 29, 2007 Report Share Posted December 29, 2007 I understand what you [and Dr M] are saying Sam. I do however appreciate that the police when faced with an out of control animal and a dead or dying child have to react according to what they see. A tranq dart may be the answer but would need a specialist to administer. I really don't see what options they have when faced with something like this to be honest and what future for any animal who kills a child? it wouldn't make the slightest bit of difference what caused the attack, if someone dies as a result of it who is ever going to take that animal on? very very few people I should think. The way i was looking at it mel was from the point of view of research to help prevent future attacks and educating on how to handle animals differently but i do agree that no other option was available in this case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kola Posted December 29, 2007 Report Share Posted December 29, 2007 (edited) Proper research into the circumstances surrounding attacks, like this one and others, by qualified canine behaviourists like Roger Mugford being invited to work alongside the authorities, would help understand what factors led to this tragedy and others, amanda Edited December 29, 2007 by Amanda2007 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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