Pitty needs some help

dusty

dusty

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central New York State
One of my neighbots in the bldg has a 3 yr old male red Pitty. He is agressive slightly towards other dogs. Everyone here is afraid of him. I saw the ower walking hi in the hall yesterday and he stopped to talk. He has the dog trained to basic commands and he obeyed his owner and myself. Problem in, he is still intact and the owner says he cannot arrord to pay for it----250.00$. I told him within a few months the dog would be a happier dog and there would less risk where he lives.

Later that night I decided that I would offer to pay for the nueter. I haven't seen the owner again, but I need to ask you all if I am being wrong in this. I do not want to offend or insult anyone, I am doing it for the dog.
What do I do not to make this turn out ugly?
 

dusty said:
One of my neighbots in the bldg has a 3 yr old male red Pitty. He is agressive slightly towards other dogs. Everyone here is afraid of him. I saw the ower walking hi in the hall yesterday and he stopped to talk. He has the dog trained to basic commands and he obeyed his owner and myself. Problem in, he is still intact and the owner says he cannot arrord to pay for it----250.00$. I told him within a few months the dog would be a happier dog and there would less risk where he lives.

Later that night I decided that I would offer to pay for the nueter. I haven't seen the owner again, but I need to ask you all if I am being wrong in this. I do not want to offend or insult anyone, I am doing it for the dog.
What do I do not to make this turn out ugly?
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First I would look into local low cost neutering programs, maybe call a shelter to get some leads, give him the info.

Other than that I wouldn't offer to pay, you don't want the guy to think he can count on you for help. Vet bills, medicines, emergency care, dog sitting, where would your generosity end?
 
C50 said:
Other than that I wouldn't offer to pay, you don't want the guy to think he can count on you for help. Vet bills, medicines, emergency care, dog sitting, where would your generosity end?
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Yes, this. ⬆️ If I'd do something like that at all, it would only be for a very good friend... so that the next time they'd hint that they "couldn't afford" something, I'd be able to easily say no. Just a neighbor, though? Nope, wouldn't advise that. There's always the risk that he'd misinterpret your intentions as well.
 

When someone acquires a pet, they should be financially able to take on all financial responsibilites. If the owner cannot afford this procedure, there may be other times he needs help, and he may turn to you.

If you're having second thoughts, be honest and direct with him that you've come to realize it wasn't your place to make a suggestion about his dog's care, and that you've had a change of heart. But you only need to say that if he brings it up; otherwise don't mention it again.
 
I understand the heart felt generosity that you are offering. I might consider it also. But I will say that neutering does not always change behavior. I have witnessed this a number of times with stud horses…some were gentleman…some were not. My favorite gelding could do everything but impregnate a mare…and he would fight a stud for her favors. So keep in mind the outcome might not be what you expect.
 
shedevil7953 said:
It's going to be a lot more expensive if the dog bites someone or another pet. Also if the complex finds out about it, the neighbor may be evicted. A lot of places won't allow pitbulls, period. Help them to find help but don't do it for them.
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the complex let him in! Comfort dog and tha law states that they cannot be turned away. Initally I had a talk with the manager re this and that's what he said.
 
C50 said:
First I would look into local low cost neutering programs, maybe call a shelter to get some leads, give him the info.

Other than that I wouldn't offer to pay, you don't want the guy to think he can count on you for help. Vet bills, medicines, emergency care, dog sitting, where would your generosity end?
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I know how to say no. Finally!
 
dusty said:
One of my neighbots in the bldg has a 3 yr old male red Pitty. He is agressive slightly towards other dogs. Everyone here is afraid of him. I saw the ower walking hi in the hall yesterday and he stopped to talk. He has the dog trained to basic commands and he obeyed his owner and myself. Problem in, he is still intact and the owner says he cannot arrord to pay for it----250.00$. I told him within a few months the dog would be a happier dog and there would less risk where he lives.

Later that night I decided that I would offer to pay for the nueter. I haven't seen the owner again, but I need to ask you all if I am being wrong in this. I do not want to offend or insult anyone, I am doing it for the dog.
What do I do not to make this turn out ugly?
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You have a kind heart @dusty but, unfortunately, people often take advantage of kindness. I wouldn't offer or have the conversation again.
 
The owner's answer may be a smokescreen. Many people believe the intact dog is healthier. I know with our female, she developed spay-related incontinence. Now she is on estrogen.
 
at the very least , if I really wanted to d o this - I would pay the vet directly, not give the owner the money

I am dubious it would change the behaviour of a 3 year old dog though - habits and behaviour already established by then. I think you would have to do it young to be effective o n the dogs temperament.
 
dusty said:
One of my neighbots in the bldg has a 3 yr old male red Pitty. He is agressive slightly towards other dogs. Everyone here is afraid of him. I saw the ower walking hi in the hall yesterday and he stopped to talk. He has the dog trained to basic commands and he obeyed his owner and myself. Problem in, he is still intact and the owner says he cannot arrord to pay for it----250.00$. I told him within a few months the dog would be a happier dog and there would less risk where he lives.

Later that night I decided that I would offer to pay for the nueter. I haven't seen the owner again, but I need to ask you all if I am being wrong in this. I do not want to offend or insult anyone, I am doing it for the dog.
What do I do not to make this turn out ugly?
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Unfortunately neutering won't make a Pit Bull not a Pit Bull. He will still have a very strong prey drive, an innate tendency to be aggressive toward other dogs and a need for more exercise than most apartment dwellers can give their dogs.
 
There are several places that offer spay/neuter discount coupons/vouchers specifically for Pitty owners. He just needs to Google to find them like I did. In the meantime, I would suggest he muzzle his dog when out and about in the apt. complex.
 

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