Attacked and bitten by Dog while considering adoption. Should I hold his
"rescuers" responible??? Dog was found in a parking lot on X-mas Eve. A couple took him in & spent 2 weeks trying to locate his "family"-no go.
I learned about dog &, from their description, I felt he would fit in nicely with my family. We opted for a week "trial" while the couple was out of town. They asked me to e-mail & keep them posted on how he was doing.
The first night, he nipped at my hubby twice. Chalked it up to nerves. The next day, he somehow got a hold of a piece of candy. Had it been hard candy or a lollypop - no big deal - but it was "laffy taffy" & I was scared he'd choke on it.
When I finally got it away from him, he attacked me; biting me on one leg and both arms while I tried to protect my toddler.
Locked dog in room & I contacted the couple. They "couldn't believe" he'd act this way & told me to"do what I had to". Haven't heard from them since. No call or apology.
Dog was picked up by animal control & to be observed for rabies. They're charging ME $200.
Any suggestions???
In the end - my health and peace of mind are worth way more than the $200. I'm just hurt, irritated and disappointed that I've not even received a check up call or an apology.
Should I send them an e-mail with pictures of the bites and let them know where he is and what his situation is? (The hubby was in tears when I picked up dog - he was quite attached.)
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