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[quote=Anonymous]OP here--thanks for all of the feedback. We haven't encountered this situation before and I was hoping to get thoughts on how to navigate or what seemed appropriate or inappropriate as far as boundaries and next steps especially as it relates to protecting our children.

The parent we saw last night was solo parenting for the week while their spouse was on work travel. I'm hoping the spouse's return might help to move the needle on the situation. The parent we saw was literally talking about choosing the ER in case the situation required a consult with plastics for the scarring. But, when my partner gently asked how they planned to proceed (ie would they be getting rid of the dog) the parent just said they planned to send it to obedience school. The family is also planning to host a holiday party at their house this month with multiple families and children in tow. I agree that it seems like a ticking time bomb. I'm hoping that as they weigh the situation they reach the hard but right choice that this dog is not a fit for their family. [/quote]

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