Dog Fight at Dinner

This is a pretty funny situation that occured this past weekend I thought I'd share for a few chuckles.

We have three EB's and a Pit mix in the house and for the most part they all get along with the exception of the two male EB's that we keep seperated when not supervised.

This past weekend, my wife put on a formal dinner party for three other couples and sometime during the evening someone accidently let out the dog that was confined. Everyone was having a grand time until about half way through the main course the two males got into a huge fight right under the dinner table between everyone's feet and legs. It looked and sounded like a Chinese fire drill with the women screaming, men yelling, chairs flying and me trying my best to get under the table and break it up. By the time I get under the table the dogs are locked onto each other and neither is letting go and blood is flying from a small cut on ones chin. I eventually get them seperated and no serious damage is done to either dog but it looks bad because of the blood.

One of the more exciting evenings we've hosted for our friends. We really know how to entertain.

Anyone else have similar stories to tell? Love to hear em.

 

I would like to come to your next dinner party

Just curious, did you have breaksticks available?

 

No Breaksticks. Our EB's don't require a break stick to seperate and will release on their own when commanded to do so. They also never redirect which is nice. Plus, their small enough to control with a good grip on the collar.

We usually break up any fights before they start.

 

ALWAYS have a breakstick ready

 

its an english bulldog doubt they can breath well enough to do real damage

 

You only keep two of them apart when not supervised? Mine don't get much chance to even get snarky before I'm on top of them, don't want them fighting because then they will probably need to be separated constantly.

 

Next dinner party, you might want to crate them so no one accidentally lets them out! lol

 

My wife and I would have been the guets that were laughing their asses off while trying to lend a hand.

 

parting sticks are for APBT's only not recommended for other breeds

 

wwwwhhhhhaaaattttttt and why cant I use it for a yorki-poo
the little mofos wont let go

 

Where ya eli stuff at frank

 

yeah I like manning to he a lil game mofo

 

I prefer payton you of all should know 2 keep dat stick handy for picking them eli's up off bottom

 

it was a joke

youd be surrprised what Ive heard can happen from the bottom heard they can finish down there

 

im joking to chill if he as smart as you think he wont stay down there mine wont an he is off what you like as game as a rb. im bored the dog is all worked you the only one i can go back an forth wit an it be fun

 

I thought so too until 3MTA brought this very educational piece to light:

CROSSPOSTED FROM PIT BULL CHAT:

A breaking stick or parting stick can be used on any breed of dog. Any breed of dog is capable of fighting, and just as capable of holding on to its victim, whether it be the neighbor's smaller dog in the mouth of the other neighbor's chow.

The following is summarized from the "Parting- The Safe Way" by Renee Greenwood from the American Pit Bull Terrier Gazette; Volume 33, Issue 1; Fall 2008

When a person owns a dog, especially any large breed of dog, they should know the proper way to separate their dog in case there is ever an accident or incident with another dog. You may think that it's simple to separate two fighting dogs, but if you're not careful, you can easily enhance the aggression and have it turned towards you.


I've heard people using brooms, 2x4's, rakes, clubs, etc., but when coupled with your own anger or panic and the dog's current adrenaline rush, this can cause injury to a dog, and to you if the dog turns on you for beat it with a broom.

Larger dog breeds seem to have more intense situations and are more likely to continue a more lengthy fight, whereas terriers are spunky and feisty, typically having shorter scraps. But, that doesn't mean that larger breeds can't have short scraps, and smaller terriers long battles.

Just remember that you need to stay calm and collect when breaking up a fight between two dogs.




Breaking up a dog fight can be difficult, but it is easier when you know how to properly proceed. The key that you want to always remember is to stay calm and not to panic.The quicker you intervene the better; however, it is necessary to asses the situation before sticking yourself in the middle of two dogs.

Most dog quarrels can be stopped with a stern "NO" and quickly pulling the dog's apart using their leashes, but if the altercation has escalated into something more, you'll need more than your voice and a lead to stop the dogs from fighting.

Sometimes a water hose or bucket of water will work, but in some cases, you'll need a parting stick, which every responsible owner of large and powerful dogs should have.


Dogs should never go without a collar. Keep in mind that leather, buckle collars or heavy nylon collars with buckle clasps are the better choices.

Remember that two dogs may not start a fight by growling, barking, or posturing. Excitement and external stimulus, such as a squirrel or cat, can be a trigger. It ma also be instigated from the energy of rough-housing, competition over a toy or treat, or another dog's attention on someone of the family. A wagging tail is not an indication that everything is fine; in actuality, a wagging tail is often just a sign of excitement and the faster the tail, the more excited the dog is.

If you have a parting stick, you want to practice with the parting stick before you ever have to use it. Examine your dog's mouth while he's resting; pull the lips back and find the space behind the canines that is toward the rear of the mouth. This is where the parting stick should go; the spot will be easier to see if the dog has a rag or rope in his mouth.
You want the stick to go between 1/2 to 1-1/2 inch into the mouth.

If two dogs get into a fight, you should pay more attention to the more agressive dog. It's best if two people are available, as each person can grab a dog. Approach from the rear and straddle the dog with your legs behind the rib cage and hold on to the dog firmly with your legs. It is very important that you immobilize the dog from the hind. When handling the dogs, take a firm hold on the dog's neck, as close to the head as you can, just behind the ears is best with one hand, so that the other can use the parting stick.

Insert the parting stick into the dog's mouth and apply constant pressure toward the tongue. Do not twist or try to pry the dog's jaw open, as the pressure to bite is pretty firm and twisting or pulling at the parting stick can cause damage to the dog's teeth and/or mouth. Only use just enough pressure as needed.



You have to be quick, as the dog will react if he loses hold and will open his mouth to get a better hold onto the other dog. When the dog starts to lose his grip, you want to quickly snatch the dog away, using the collar that should be around his neck, and walk the dog away. At this point, a stern 'NO' may work, but you want to keep a good hold on the collar, as the 'NO' may not be enough.

Both people need to communicate throughout the dog fight, and synchronize their actions. If one dog gets out of its hold and the other dog is still being held, you want to control the loose dog by the head, holding the scruff of the neck.

If you are alone throughout the fight, you'll want to try to move the two dogs to something solid, such as a pole, tree, or fence and try to secure one of the dogs on leash, pulling away the other dog as best as you can. Then proceed to separate the dog as directed above, being calm, patient, and safe throughout the entire process.

Lead the separated dog somewhere out of sight of the dog who is secured, and then tend to the other dog.

 

The breaking stick is recommended for bulldog (APBT) use only because they are not supposed to redirect onto you. It can be used on any dog that won't let go but don't bitch when/if ya get bit!

 

Use them on Bull Terriers all the time. They do not re-direct either (well bred one at least) and have one hell of a hold.

 

did you require a key to un-lock them from each other...lol.......:rolleyes: