Baby - MIL - XL Bully

[Koala98]

MIL has an XL Bully at her house, AIBU to say baby can never visit while the dog is on the property even if shut in a different room or garden?

I was being ironic. And they actually weren’t called “nanny dogs”-it was all made up. There is something very very strange about people who like dangerous breeds. And yes, I know any dog can bite. Most dogs are not dangerous breeds.

An adult, walking his little dog, was killed by an XL Bully 10 minutes walk from my house.
YANBU. I wouldn't vist as an adult never mind with a child. Are you 100% confident that baby's other parent will stay away too?

Nope. When children are mauled to death by dogs it seems to be at their grandparents house/ Uncle brought the dog round etc so many times.

I’d hope MIL would be able to see immediately that any mother with any sense would not be visiting a house with an XL Bully. If not, she is a problem.

I wouldn't go near her house myself, let alone take a child there. Absolute no-brainer.

Why would anyone get this breed of dog? Madness.

Not a chance I’d visit myself. And my child of any age would not be stepping foot in that house, or visiting MIL anywhere where the dog will be. (Saying this as a dog owner). Far too many XL bully deaths, a responsible dog owner wouldn’t have one at all. Do not ever let your partner, MIL or anyone tell you you’re overreacting and stick to your guns on this one.

No I definitely wouldn't go with the baby if the dog is there. Your baby will become a toddler and I perceive that there will be a greater danger once he/she is moving around. The times we read about baby/child being savaged by this breed sometimes fatally, it's not worth it.

Take it from me as someone whose toddler got bit by MILs dog at her house, which wasn't even a dangerous breed, and ended up with a trip to hospital, getting reported to the police and the dog being put to sleep. This is when the dog was meant to be in a separate room at all times. It only takes a second. So I absolutely would not take a chance.

I’m a huge dog lover. But there’s no way I’d go into a home with an XL bully let alone let a baby / child visit. Sadly the breed is unpredictable which along with their size and jaw strength means they can be dangerous. Certainly not worth the risk.

This. Why would anyone even want to take the chance

No it wasn’t made up at all. You can fact check it @CurlewKate you really shouldn’t comment if you don’t check the facts first.

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier earned the "nanny dog" nickname in England due to its patient, gentle, and protective nature with children. Fact check it yourself.

When?

@Koala98
whats your relationship like with your MIL?

A random ddog or hers since it was a dpuppy? Huge difference.. We had a huge breed.. Micro managed relationships with her and the dc for her entire life. As we did with dgc. Never not once had any issues. Because we were responsible and committed owners and dps /dgps.
Visiting a huge ddog who doesn't know you /your dc? .. Absolutely never.

I have a dog myself, a Cairn Terrier. He has a lovely nature and adores humans. However, l would not allow him to be near a baby, especially a crawling baby, or toddler/small child unsupervised. Very little children are unpredictable and even a very placid dog can turn. Why DO people, even some on this post, apologise and feel the need for these Hounds of the Baskervilles? They are as dangerous and unpredictable as a lion.

I’m sure you can find your way around the internet.

chatgpt Yes, Staffordshire Bull Terriers (often called "Staffies") were historically referred to as "nanny dogs" because of their affectionate and protective nature, especially around children. This reputation comes from their temperament, which is often very loyal and gentle, despite their tough exterior.
In the past, Staffies were commonly kept as family dogs in working-class homes, where they were trusted to watch over children. Their friendly and patient demeanor made them well-suited to being around kids, and they were known for being very protective of them.

Over my dead body would any child of mine go into a house with one of those animals. End of. See me in court.

It's a myth made up by the woman who was president of the USA staffie club in 1971 😆

I had a huge row with my MIL about her pond, let alone a killer style dog.

None of this matters. They aren’t safe to be around at all. Even a fit and strong grown man couldn’t fight one off if it decided to attack. total avoidance is the only way you can keep your baby safe

100% No.
I would not go in her house. I would not let any child go in her house.
It's not worth the risk.

Yes I can. 1971.

Ok. 😬 it’s not but whatever makes you happy.

Yanbu too many kids and babies killed by these dogs, all it takes is mil to leave the door open or "forget" to lock it in the garden.
Baby cries and then the dog sees it as a squeaky toy comes running in and shakes it to death.. No way would I let my kid anywhere near it.
There was a sad case in Caerphilly of a young lad playing at his friends house with an xl, dog saw him as a threat and he died.