Quote Originally Posted by tikeyas_mom
Well, I have only known Daisy for a bit under two years. However, My Boyfriend has had Daisy since she was about 4 or 5 weeks old.. I can be pretty sure that Daisy came from a BYB.. The guy who had Daisy just drove half way and met up with my boyfriends, friend... She was apparently always really strange, HATES to be put on her back, HATES her belly being touched.. And Shys away from anyone *even me and my boyfriend * when we go to pet her..
This answers my question on her. How long was she raised with her mom and siblings and around kids. While she was taken away too young, this alone may not be a cause. It is also difficult to assume that children at the breeder's home may have put the living fear of kids into her. At the size she would have been when your bf got her, everyone was big, even little kids. It's the size, the scent and movement of kids that seem to be especially triggering her.

I agree with the behaviorist(s') opinions, that she really is unstable and it is just a matter of time, she's probably just waiting for a place to happen.

Did any of them recommend a thyroid or other endocrine test? I would probably do that and then Rx supplement her to see if her behavior improves.

While it may not be a popular opinion, unstable, unconfident dogs that too seem to be triggered by kids should be put down, not rehomed. How would I feel if through other channels I learned that another child actually became the target after I passed the buck?

PTS, she will no longer be anxious. Her breed type is in enough trouble as it is due to the practices of inexperienced owners and breeders and perhaps other poorly bred dogs. I know many breeds are unfairly targeted because of the problems originating from such problem sources.

Hard decisions. This is so terribly sad and heartbreaking.

It is very hard for vets & techs who do not know the dog and its treatment history, to just put a dog down on a 'say so', even if the owner has thought on it long and hard. I would have her vet checked, thyroid tested anyway and explain to the vet what is going on. That will then bring the vet into the circle to help you make the best decision. Getting the vet involved with her history first, then the vet can help make that decision and support you.