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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][b]Why does your dog have a bite warning at daycare?[/b]

The kid in this case were babies. Your kids are older. It's incredibly rare for there to be any fatal dog attacks at all - but when there is one, it's usually babies or very old people, because they are most frail.

My family had a pittie for 15 years. She died 10 years ago, without having harmed anyone in her whole sweet life.

Don't get weird about your dog. We also don't know the whole story with what happened here. It is very unlikely that the dogs just suddenly became Cujo out of nowhere. But that said, no matter what type of dog you have - exercise caution. Never ever ever leave a baby alone with a dog, especially a big dog.[/quote]

OP here. When he's around strangers, especially indoors, he gets anxious and then growls and snaps. He's never actually nipped or bitten anyone though, as far as I know. He just looks like he's going to. Outdoors, he's a happy go lucky, friendly dog. It's very strange and I assume has something to do with his shelter experiences.

We were incredibly lucky to find this daycare because they specialize in rehabbing dogs after surgery. So they are used to grouchy, irritated dogs who don't want to be there. They take healthy dogs for day play and overnight boarding as a side hustle. He goes 3 mornings a week for exercise and to keep him acclimated to the staff so we can leave him overnight when needed.[/quote]

Your dog sounds like a grump! I like grumps. In your case, just know what is a trigger for him and try not to expose him to it. If he doesn't like strangers indoors, try to avoid having him be around a lot of strangers indoors. You may want to try teaching him to use a muzzle, even, if it makes you feel more comfortable. You can work with a trainer, too - could help, could not.

Your kids aren't strangers with him. Don't let this story get you spooked. Have them be smart around the dog, and enjoy your grumpy gus. Set him and yourselves up for success.

And yeah your daycare sounds like a great fit. Tip well at the holidays!
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