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ashley s
I have a question about what I should do here. This is what happened this morning...
I have a black lab/rott mix and a cocker spaniel. The mix is a little over 2 and the cocker is just a year old. I let them outside into our fenced in back yard to potty and went to change my sons diaper. They had been out there for less than a minute when I heard barking, growling, and and squealing.
I ran outside as fast as I could (I'm 9 months pregnant) and saw my mix dog standing on the porch and the puppy no where in sight.
When I came further out onto the porch, I see my neighbors dogs (a pitt and a chow mix) practically eating my dog. They had jumped the fence that has to be at least 4-5 feet tall. One has her by the legs and stomach area and the other has her by her front paws.
I threw things and tried to kick the dogs to get them off of my puppy. Nothing worked. When the neighbor finally made it through her gate and mine, the dogs had drawn blood from my puppy. She grabbed one by the collar and I tried to pull the puppy away from the pitt bull.
Once I got her free, I came in and washed her off to see where the blood was coming from. I didn't see many open wounds, and they were all small. But her stomach was bruised very badly and she could not walk.
I immediately took her to the emergency vet. My vet is closed today. My neighbor said she would pay for the visit before I had left to go there. Once I got the estimate for all the things they wanted to do (ie blood work to check that all organs were properly working, xray to make sure the bones were not broken and that her lungs had not been punctured, and overnight to keep an eye on her) the amount was almost $1000. Obviously the neighbor doesn't have that kind of cash just lying around.
I agreed to drop off some of the unimportant things, making sure the neighbor knew they have to be done this week at the regular vet (it will be cheaper.) It brought the cost down to under $500. She called in and made the payment. The vet did the xray and blood work, puppy will be fine.
I made copies of all payments and estimates for myself and the neighbor. I also requested a copy of the chart for our records. I figured that I would need these just in case. I feel that I have done everything correctly and properly, even though she is a friend. She was way before moving in next door.
Here is my question - do I file a police report? What should I do about her dogs, that obviously shouldn't be living next door to me? If someone like animal control comes out, will these dogs be taken away and/or put down?
Any help or experience with this situation will be helpful.
I never said that I want her dogs killed. I also never said that I want her to get in trouble for any of this. I just was wondering if I should have a report in case something else happens. I know that she shelled out the money for the vet! I know that she feels bad! That is why I don't want her to get in trouble...if she didn't care, I would have already called a lawyer to take care of this in court. I'm not asking her for any more money (unless something else comes out of this). And the fence cannot be replaced because it is owned by the owner of her house...she is a renter. They ALWAYS bring the dogs out on leashes and I've never had to worry about putting my dogs out into a yard that I own.
And no, I don't feel like the dogs "have a right" to live next door with their owner if they can't do it PEACEFULLY. Almost killing my dog=not peaceful. This is not the first time we have had issues with these dogs either, just the only time something has actually happened.
Also just wanted to add that the dogs are HUMAN aggressive too. They bit their owner in the process of all of this. And they are kept in kennels when inside of the house because they have tried to attack her child since he was born.
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I'm not positive about this but I think this is what happens:
First, you can't really file a police report. Your neighbor did not intentionally set her dogs on your dogs and no people got hurt in the incident. They will probably send you to speak to the ACO.
The ACO will take the dogs for a ten day quarantine. During this time they will be monitored for signs of rabies and if they do show signs they will be immediately exterminated and their brain's sent for testing. I believe you have the legal right to demand euthanasia for rabies testing if you were bit, but not just for your animals. I could be wrong, however.
Now, since your neighbor is your friend, offered right away to pay- and did pay this is what I would recommend:
Talk to her about the problem and how to make sure it never happens again. You took reasonable precautions to keep your dogs safe so now your neighbor needs to do her part. Her fence needs to be replaced with an 8 ft. one. I've seen pits jump 6fters with ease. Pits are known for their dog aggression (before I get all the hate- I own 2 pits and think they're wonderful dogs, you just have to know the breed and be honest with yourself about it) so she needs to be aware of her dog's tendency to chase down and kill small animals. Many dogs have prey drive which is what this sounds like. Chows aren't known for their brains or temperament mostly because they were initially bred to be food in China. Not that I have anything against Chows, but again, you need to know your breed's history in order to live in harmony with them.
This being said, tell your neighbor that you have every right to let your dogs out into your yard without worrying that her dogs are going to come over and kill your dogs. Her dogs either should only be outside if they are left in a pen (with a top) or if she installs a second, much higher fence with an electric fence a couple feet in from the visible fence so they don't want to come near that boundary.
If she does not agree to either of these options then you will need to tell her that you will be filing a report. In some places the dogs will be immediately euthanized, in others they will be deemed "dangerous dogs" and she will have certain restrictions and rules to follow if she wants to keep her dogs and 0 more chances for them to mess up. These include only being allowed in public with them on a 3 foot leach and a hard metal cage-muzzle, and keeping them in a certain type of enclosure on her property at all times.
Good luck and I'm so sorry this happened to you. Just remember that those awful, vicious dogs that attacked your baby are someone else's light and love. They may seem terrible to you but to your neighbor they may be loving babies that are just misunderstood. Maybe this is the first time anything like this ever happened? How would you feel if this happened with your Rottie...?
I'm not positive about this but I think this is what happens:
First, you can't really file a police report. Your neighbor did not intentionally set her dogs on your dogs and no people got hurt in the incident. They will probably send you to speak to the ACO.
The ACO will take the dogs for a ten day quarantine. During this time they will be monitored for signs of rabies and if they do show signs they will be immediately exterminated and their brain's sent for testing. I believe you have the legal right to demand euthanasia for rabies testing if you were bit, but not just for your animals. I could be wrong, however.
Now, since your neighbor is your friend, offered right away to pay- and did pay this is what I would recommend:
Talk to her about the problem and how to make sure it never happens again. You took reasonable precautions to keep your dogs safe so now your neighbor needs to do her part. Her fence needs to be replaced with an 8 ft. one. I've seen pits jump 6fters with ease. Pits are known for their dog aggression (before I get all the hate- I own 2 pits and think they're wonderful dogs, you just have to know the breed and be honest with yourself about it) so she needs to be aware of her dog's tendency to chase down and kill small animals. Many dogs have prey drive which is what this sounds like. Chows aren't known for their brains or temperament mostly because they were initially bred to be food in China. Not that I have anything against Chows, but again, you need to know your breed's history in order to live in harmony with them.
This being said, tell your neighbor that you have every right to let your dogs out into your yard without worrying that her dogs are going to come over and kill your dogs. Her dogs either should only be outside if they are left in a pen (with a top) or if she installs a second, much higher fence with an electric fence a couple feet in from the visible fence so they don't want to come near that boundary.
If she does not agree to either of these options then you will need to tell her that you will be filing a report. In some places the dogs will be immediately euthanized, in others they will be deemed "dangerous dogs" and she will have certain restrictions and rules to follow if she wants to keep her dogs and 0 more chances for them to mess up. These include only being allowed in public with them on a 3 foot leach and a hard metal cage-muzzle, and keeping them in a certain type of enclosure on her property at all times.
Good luck and I'm so sorry this happened to you. Just remember that those awful, vicious dogs that attacked your baby are someone else's light and love. They may seem terrible to you but to your neighbor they may be loving babies that are just misunderstood. Maybe this is the first time anything like this ever happened? How would you feel if this happened with your Rottie...?
What does it take to open a used bookstore?
J. Kay Swi
I am currently working on a college research paper
What was the total start up cost in order to open a used book store?
How much was the rent for the facility you use, and how much is it currently?
What are all your business expenses including past and present?
What is the monthly charge or payment to create and maintain an online store or website?
Explain the business you run?
What is your competition and how do they differ?
What is the economic, social, and legal documents, information, impact, and conditions to which you have to abide by, adapt to, and work in order for your business to properly function?
What is the demand for products you offer in your location, and how does this make your business successful?
What is a good description for your store, and the design of the facility? What made you choose this design and how do you think it helps you or make you stand out amongst your competitors?
Is there any other vital information that you think is relevant and/or you think I should know?
Answer
I am a former bookstore owner, a former university book buyer, and a former manager for Barnes and Noble and Books a Million.
In March of 2000, I opened a 6,500 sq ft. Book/Gift/Cafe, in a strip mall, in a small southern town, pop 8,500.
The start up cost was 50,000.00 (it was all I had).
Below is an itemized list of monthly expenditures.
Rent: $1,000.00
Utilities: 650.00
Phone: 150.00 (includes internet)
Salaries: 2,800.00
Licenses: 35.00
Advertising: 200.00
Fed Emp Tax: 900.00
St. Emp Tax: 60.00
Sales Tax: 2,400.00
Fed Income tax: NA
Inventory replacement 6,000.00
Gross Income: 31,000.00
The nearest comparable bookstore is 81 miles south. For this reason, I experienced a measure of success. There are factors that influence the money customers have to spend such as: 911, the high cost of gas, shipping charges, the presidential elections, etc.
I sold my business for a profit in 2006.
A business is like a baby. It has to be fed to grow, it has to be monitored continually, and it takes years before you see the success of the many hours of work you have invested.
I would be glad to answer any questions you have..
I am a former bookstore owner, a former university book buyer, and a former manager for Barnes and Noble and Books a Million.
In March of 2000, I opened a 6,500 sq ft. Book/Gift/Cafe, in a strip mall, in a small southern town, pop 8,500.
The start up cost was 50,000.00 (it was all I had).
Below is an itemized list of monthly expenditures.
Rent: $1,000.00
Utilities: 650.00
Phone: 150.00 (includes internet)
Salaries: 2,800.00
Licenses: 35.00
Advertising: 200.00
Fed Emp Tax: 900.00
St. Emp Tax: 60.00
Sales Tax: 2,400.00
Fed Income tax: NA
Inventory replacement 6,000.00
Gross Income: 31,000.00
The nearest comparable bookstore is 81 miles south. For this reason, I experienced a measure of success. There are factors that influence the money customers have to spend such as: 911, the high cost of gas, shipping charges, the presidential elections, etc.
I sold my business for a profit in 2006.
A business is like a baby. It has to be fed to grow, it has to be monitored continually, and it takes years before you see the success of the many hours of work you have invested.
I would be glad to answer any questions you have..
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