I lost my 2 yr old yorkie in a traumatic way

[Charlie09]

Charlie just turned 2 October 23. We lost our puppy tragically yesterday November 3. My heart is broken and I ache for my baby. Everyone who met Charlie fell in love with him. He was such a sweet boy. Every time we came home from somewhere, he would run around with excitement kissing us and jumping back and forth making sure he kissed everyone who walked in the door. Then he would run to his bowl and munch on a couple of kibble, and take a sip of water, He did that everytime. He had a silly,sweet,gentle personality. Every time we took him for a walk, the kids in our neighborhood would say "Hey Charlie". Our two girls 11 and 9 would take him outside and he knew all the kids around here greeting them all with kisses.

Yesterday I reminded my 11 year old to take Charlie out to do potty and just at that time my brother inlaw was dropping off my 1 yr old nephew for me to watch while he and his wife go to night school. Charlie was so excited to see them so he ran back inside to greet them with kisses like always. I knew he couldn't have did potty that fast so I asked my daughter "did you get to take him out?" she said " no, he ran back in here to see Jason. I told her "Well, take Charlie out, he needs to use the bathroom". Not even 5 minutes later mi daughter comes running inside screamin "Mom! Help! Charlie is getting bit by a dog and he's bleeding!" I was in disbelief! What dog could this be? We pretty much now the neighbors dogs around here and they all pretty much get along. As I ran out, I saw this huge dog with my baby in her mouth. A neighbor that heard my daughter cry for help was already their trying to get that dog to let go of Charlie and he said "cover her nose! Don't let her breathe she's not letting go of him!" after trying myself to pry open the mouth of this dog and feeling so helpless because of her strength, I got a glimpse of my baby's face looking terrified. At that moment I remember screaming "oh my god Charlie!" and I stared punching the dog in the face like a crazy woman trying to get it to let go of my baby. By that time my brother inlaw came out and it took 2 grown men to get that dog to let go. I picked his bloody little body up and ran home, rushed him to the animal hospital where we had taken him for his first puppy shots. They tried all they could to help my baby, he had internal bleeding that at first, thought it might be a ruptured spleen. Gave him some iv fluids, because he was in shock and a blood transfusion before the emergency surgery, but he still was not improving. They let us in during that time because they wanted us to be able to kiss him goodbye. It wasn't looking good. I held his little face, he was in so much pain, I could see in his little eyes. Tears flowing down my face I kissed his little nose and told him how much I loved him. I told him "mommy loves you so much, you're such a good boy Charlie". We waited for the surgery and the doctor came out and said " I am so sorry guys, theirs is just too much damage, his little intestines are severed. There's no way I can fix them, theirs not enough blood."

My kids and husband and I cried outloud together hugging each other. We lost our baby. That's what he was to us. With brokeness in all of our hearts, the owners of that dog only got a citation from animal control. I am sorry but I have to be honest right now, that dog should not be allowed to continue to live after such a violent attack. Is that all that can be done? We lost our beloved charlie a week after his birthday. We are mourning our precious baby and it seems like all they get is a warning?

[normarae63]

How awful for Charlie.

[chattiesmom]

I am so very sorry to hear of the tragic loss of your precious Charlie. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers. It sounds like Charlie left you with many happy memories. One day you will remember Charlie with a smile and you'll know that your heart is healing.

You could take the owner's of the dog to small claims court and sue for the vet bills. It won't bring Charlie back, or even "do justice", but it is something you could do to help work off the anger.

I'm not sure about where you live in Texas, but in the county where I live in Georgia (rural), we have a leash law that gives us the right to protect property and lives against free roaming dogs. When our miniature horses were attacked by the neighbor's pitt bull mixes I talked with the Animal Control Officer who told me "off the record" that we had the legal right to use deadly force to protect our livestock.

I would like to welcome you to YT. You have come to a place that truly understands the love and the grief surrounding the loss of a beloved Yorkie.

[Lil Sis]

I am so very sorry for your loss!! I can understand your pain!

I would take the owners of the large dog to small claims court.. it would not replace your baby but it may help with the pain. Use the media and maybe you will save another baby!!

[lovemy3babies]

I am so sorry for this terrible tragedy and for the loss of your precious Charlie. My heart aches for you. I am in tears just thinking about what that poor little guy went through, and what your family went through letting him go. I just want you to know I am thinking of you and praying for you for strength to get through this difficult time.

[Ringo1]

I'm so sorry that you lost Charlie in such a tragic and graphic manner. I'm sorry that your children had to see that and you as well.

RIP little Charlie.

[TraciG]

Well, I don't know many who could read that and not get chocked up - how horrific! I am so sorry for your loss. RIP little Charlie.

Have the owners of the dog that attacked Charlie contacted you? They should feel just terrible and want to make amends with you financially. If not, I would go after them.

[LunasMomma]

How terrible for Charlie and your whole family I'm so sorry!

I agree with taking the dog's owners to court for the vet bills, and for money to purchase another baby (when you're ready). It won't bring Charlie back, but it COULD make those people think twice about letting their dog run around off-leash ever again. A stupid little citation won't do that, they'll just pay the small fine, but if they have to come up with a substantial amount of money, court ordered, maybe it will open their eyes.

Again, I'm so sorry for your loss, and for the obviously traumatic way that it happened. My first Yorkie, Starr (RIP) was attacked in the same manner, though she survived her injuries (she passed from something else later on), so I totally know how terrifying that had to be for all of you. Sending you warm hugs! RIP Charile

[Teresa Ford]

I am so very sorry for your loss. I am crying, my heart is breaking for you, your family and poor little Charlie. We will pray for comfort.

[yorkietalkjilly]

Just the worst story I've read in a long time. You must still be in horrified shock and in such pain life seems a little unreal. Just grieve and suffer through it as that what it takes to deal with this kind of trauma. Talk about it and share your emotions and feelings and cry yourselves sick. Eventually time and good memories have a way of helping us to deal with something this terrible though you can't accept that now even though you may know it from past experience. I am so sorry for your terrible and tragic loss of you little dear one. May Charlies' time at the Rainbow Bridge more than make up for what he lost here on earth. And I thank you for posting - it is a tragic reminder to us all that we can never be too watchful. May God give you some peace eventually.

[TeacupLove]

My heart breaks for you and your family, I am so sorry for your loss My prayers are with you.

[IsabelleOllie]

I am so so sorry. What a terrible way to lose your baby. May little Charlie rest in peace and I pray you find comfort in the good memories you have of him.

[jadabug]

I want to let you know that my heart is breaking for you and your family. I cannot imagine how you are feeling right now as I cannot stop crying myself. I will pray that you will have some comfort and be able to grieve for your sweet little Charlie. I know it won't bring him back, but the owners of the dog that attacked Charlie should be held accountable for his actions. At the very least they should pay for the vet bill and I can't imagine that they would be allowed to let their dog run free after such a vicious attack.
I hope in time you are able to remember Charlie for the love he provided you and your family and for the images of the attack to fade from your memory. You are in my prayers. RIP sweet Charlie

[megansmomma]

I'm glad you decided to look to the YT community for support with this being your very first post. I agree with the others that have suggested that you hold the owner of the other dog accountable financially for Charlies medical bills. There are laws in place that protect the public from harm and keeping your pet leashed and under control is not taken lightly. You could probably file a claim against the owner's homeowners insurance. I so sorry for your lose of Charlie.

[Doodlebug]

I am so sorry. This is such a nightmare.