URGENT - DOG ATTACKED PARTNER **Please read OP's latest updates** [edited by MNHQ]

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Hi all, my 6yo JRT has attacked my partner twice this morning. He has recently developed some territorial aggression, and we have to 'coax' him away from his bed each morning. This morning was as normal, but he wouldn't come so we just left him. My partner went to get milk, about 2m away from him, and the dog lunged and has bitten his hand fairly badly. We managed to lock him away whilst we sorted things, and have since boarded a section of the kitchen away so he can get outside but also can't get to us.
Anytime we enter the kitchen he viciously barks. I have a 4yo at home, so this isn't something I can risk.
He has since bitten my partner again when we went to open the back door for him (by leaning over the barrier we've created) and it's really bad - blood everywhere and he is now in a&e.
I cannnot get near the dog. How do I get him to a point where I can get him checked out - or as I'm probably denying to myself, put to sleep..?
I'm in absolute bits - I just need advice please urgently.

To note - I can't get a vet to come to him, I have already called around

• [Note from MNHQ: We've already edited the title to ask people to read the OP's updates before responding (just click on the See All tab). As that doesn't seem to have worked, we feel the need to explain here in the opening post that the OP's dog has been put to sleep by now as he was found to be suffering from a brain tumour. The OP is obviously in pieces about this so please be sensitive when responding.]

Rest in peace donut 🍩❤. You did the right thing OP, I know its so difficult but please take some peace in the fact that he won't be in pain anymore xxx

Rest in peace donut 🍩❤. You did the right thing OP, I know its so difficult but please take some peace in the fact that he won't be in pain anymore xxx

Sad update - sorry for your loss. At least you know there was a reason for the behaviour, and had a chance to say goodbye.

Aw OP am so sorry. We have a jack Russell too and she's always been the softest kindest dog out of all we have had over the years. I did think he must have something going on. Lots of love to you and I'm so sorry it's awful xxxxx

So sorry op. Take comfort in that you have given him the best life you could and it wasn't your fault or his, it was the tumour. The police sound great too, and you gave him a last chance by taking him to the vet. Alas sometimes there's nothing you can do, I know a human that became dangerously violent due to a tumour too, so sad.

. And you know that you did the right thing

I’m so sorry 💐

We had to have our dog PTS the other week, it is so hard. Basket of toys is still in our lounge as can’t bear to sort through it.

Ohh the poor little sweetheart 😢 RIP Donut.

OP. So so sorry to hear this. You have done the right thing and it's sounds as if he had a lovely life with you before all this. Sending you hugs 💔💔

So sorry to hear your update OP. RIP Donut. He'll be at the Rainbow Bridge. X

I am so sorry for this, but as previous posters have said it was not Donut that was in control, it was his tumour. Try and remember the good times with him. RIP Donut. xx

That's such a sad update to read but at least you know it wasn't his temperament or anything you did or didn't do. Rest easy Donut and go play at the bridge free from pain.
Sending you thoughts and hugs.

RIP. lovely boy xxx

As I was reading your post/s OP, the first thought I had was - Brain Tumor. It's what usually happens if there is a sudden behavioral change with a cat or a dog. He is in a better place now, and waiting for you at Rainbow Bridge.

Oh I’m so sorry to read this but I also think you are an excellent, responsible person, dog owner and mother. My condolences x

Well said!

Sorry to hear about your dog ♥️

Oh I'm so sorry, he was a good dog, just unwell. You did right by him.

I'm so sorry. I was going to suggest a sudden dramatic behaviour change like this could be an indication of a brain tumor. I'm really sorry 😞 xx

Very sorry for your loss of Donut. It was the right thing to do but does not make it any less heart breaking💔

You did the best you could. This has been a very sad thread brings back memories of my dog Efkeria. When my eldest was crawling it was like a switch one day she went from fine and good around the baby to snapping, snarling and hiding in corners. It was the same thing- a brain tumor and I had to put her to sleep. She had a good life though and so I comfort myself with that. I’ve seen other pets and humans die a longer death with more suffering so this wasn’t the worst way to go in the end. I think it is hard on us because it is so sudden.

Shedding a tear for you and your lovely boy. What a horrific situation for you - but he's at peace and was saved from any suffering. That's the very best that any pet can have. Rest in peace, Donut. You were loved.

RIP Donut. You were a loyal and good dog. OP, strength and healing to you all. You had no choice and now he isn't suffering pain and distress. I'm in tears thinking what you are going through x

I'm so sorry for your loss - but you did the right thing. You have saved him a lot of pain and distress, and kept your child safe.

Donut is free from any suffering now - but your home will seem very empty. Just remember all of the good times, and the joy he brought to your lives.

RIP little Donut.

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I'm so sorry OP, what a horrible and distressing experience. You did the right thing, for you and for him, now you can mourn.