Quoted from screaminr:

I wasn't going to say anything , but I've been thinking about this all day .
You say he will cuddle into you , then he can growl at you ?
And he almost bit your hand once . He also growls at the bitch you got him , and they fight sometimes ?
And he barks at people .
and you want to put him down ?
All of these things my dogs have done .
Find an animal behaviorist , find someone who can handle him , get one of those padded suits or put him in a pen where he can't get anyone .
You chose to get a vicious breed of dog and now you're surprised he's aggressive ?
You sound like you're afraid of your dog , and he's picking up on that , he needs a leader .
I've had a few beers and don't want to sound like a cunt but I don't want to see a dog put down if it's not necessary .

Quoted from yzfguy:

A friend of mine had a dog that was vicious and thought he was the alpha in the house. My friend, being very old school, saw what was going on and tolerated it until the dog bit him unprovoked. It's sounds terrible, but he actually had a full blown fist fight with the dog and the dog almost got the better end of it because he just would not back down. After that fight, the dog accepted his place of non dominance and they were fine for his whole life.
I'm not advocating animal abuse, just pointing out that sometimes it can be a dominance issue.

Quoted from yzfguy:

A friend of mine had a dog that was vicious and thought he was the alpha in the house. My friend, being very old school, saw what was going on and tolerated it until the dog bit him unprovoked. It's sounds terrible, but he actually had a full blown fist fight with the dog and the dog almost got the better end of it because he just would not back down. After that fight, the dog accepted his place of non dominance and they were fine for his whole life.
I'm not advocating animal abuse, just pointing out that sometimes it can be a dominance issue.

Quoted from Lostcause:

No worries, I’ve had Germans shepherds so used to aggressive dogs. Not scared of him, I’m a big bloke. Already went to one of the best dog handling people who are experts in dog behaviour etc and like I said earlier they thought he had a brain problem and didn’t want to know. These people have been on tv etc.
Also went to another dog specialist for 3 weeks in house trading when he was 9 months old and said he was a strange one/puzzle and came back even more aggressive, they took the money and ran! Later got in contact again with the other specialist and they just said good luck!
There’s aggressive and there’s aggressive/unpredictable, never seen a dog behave like this one and I’ve had dogs for over 40 years. Also been around other peoples aggressive dogs, nothing like this one has turned out.
He has bit other people for no reason in a flash, he launched at my granddaughter from under a table once and luckily nothing happened.
Not going to put any dog down unless it is necessary. If he tears someone’s face off that would be terrible, if somebody else had him I’m pretty sure he would have been put down a long time ago and everyone thinks I’m crazy for not already putting him down.
Had him 4 1/2 years from a pup so think I should know him by now.

Quoted from screaminr:

Obviously your in a difficult position .
I wish you all the best .
I just hope you find a solution where your dog lives out his life .

Quoted from Lostcause:

No worries, I’ve had Germans shepherds so used to aggressive dogs. Not scared of him, I’m a big bloke. Already went to one of the best dog handling people who are experts in dog behaviour etc and like I said earlier they thought he had a brain problem and didn’t want to know. These people have been on tv etc.
Also went to another dog specialist for 3 weeks in house trading when he was 9 months old and said he was a strange one/puzzle and came back even more aggressive, they took the money and ran! Later got in contact again with the other specialist and they just said good luck!
There’s aggressive and there’s aggressive/unpredictable, never seen a dog behave like this one and I’ve had dogs for over 40 years. Also been around other peoples aggressive dogs, nothing like this one has turned out.
He has bit other people for no reason in a flash, he launched at my granddaughter from under a table once and luckily nothing happened.
Not going to put any dog down unless it is necessary. If he tears someone’s face off that would be terrible, if somebody else had him I’m pretty sure he would have been put down a long time ago and everyone thinks I’m crazy for not already putting him down.
Had him 4 1/2 years from a pup so think I should know him by now.

Quoted from Jaybird815:

I had something similar happen with my Rottweiler, it turned out to be a brain issue after taking him to several specialists and spending thousands of dollars. We decided to put him down, although it was one of the tougher decisions of my life. I could live with that outcome, I don’t think I could’ve if he ended up maiming or killing someone. I don’t envy your situation at all. Best of luck as I know what you are going through.

Quoted from Lostcause:

I’m having to seriously think about having my dog put to sleep, he is so unpredictable and wants to attack most things. He is very aggressive and went to bite my hand the other day, it was so quick it was shocking. Luckily it must have been a warning as it just grazed my fingers. He has been aggressive since a pup and has bitten a few people but luckily only very lightly.
He has been away for training at a great cost and came back worse.
There is a security dog training company near us ( not above ) only about 8 miles away and one of the best in the UK who I went to see first for a consultation and they said they have never seen a dog like him with the wildness and reactions and thought maybe he had a brain issue! They refused to help us. I just didn’t believe it but think they are probably right as we have tried for nearly 5 years now and he is getting worse. The bitch we got him which we thought would help even dislikes him as she is even growling at him to stay away from her sometimes and they have got into fights.
It’s come to a head now as he is now limping and has an issue with his front paw, something wrong inside as no infection. He will not let me look at it as he will get very aggressive and bite me I’m sure, just will not let me look properly. I have tried.
Now I could get it looked at but know if it is operated on he will not let anyone near him to tend to it, just getting him sedated or in a vehicle will be very hard.
My wife works for an equine hospital so treatment is not a problem if it’s safe but one of the vets told her if we want to put him to sleep it’s quite understandable and he would do it due to him being dangerous/unpredictable. He is a powerful dog.
He has to be put out if anyone comes in the house and even the neighbour this weekend asked us to keep him in because he is having his fencing replaced and the people doing it said they wouldn't do it if my dog is in the garden even though we have a 6’ chainlink fence next to his! He is a scary dog to most people.
Just had to get this off my chest, not sure what to do. Thanks guys and sorry to go on, seems this dog wants to rule!
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Quoted from mtn-:

I just love the color of the big guys fur.

Quoted from ImNotNorm:

What a champ!

Quoted from ImNotNorm:

Cross country tour for a 13 year old Diesel. What a champ!
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Quoted from Birdnest:

if you make it over to Halifax and need a pinball fix let me know - we are just 20 mins east of Halifax at Porters Lake

Quoted from ImNotNorm:

That's just downright decent of you and a mighty generous offer. Unfortunately NB is as far East as we are going.
I have a Sister and God daughter in Halifax. I'd definetly take a rain check if the invite remains open.

Quoted from Lostcause:

Just an update if anyone is interested to know what happened to my dog, he was put down today. Classed as very dangerous.
He fought until the end and now he can rest in peace, a horrible day.
Upside my other dog seems happy and can relax now also, she can sleep inside the house instead of going out to the kennels at night.
That’s her looking at me.
RIP Zeus. [quoted image]

Quoted from Lostcause:

Just an update if anyone is interested to know what happened to my dog, he was put down today. Classed as very dangerous.
He fought until the end and now he can rest in peace, a horrible day.
Upside my other dog seems happy and can relax now also, she can sleep inside the house instead of going out to the kennels at night.
That’s her looking at me.
RIP Zeus. [quoted image]

Quoted from Lostcause:

Just an update if anyone is interested to know what happened to my dog, he was put down today. Classed as very dangerous.
He fought until the end and now he can rest in peace, a horrible day.
Upside my other dog seems happy and can relax now also, she can sleep inside the house instead of going out to the kennels at night.
That’s her looking at me.
RIP Zeus. [quoted image]

Quoted from Lostcause:

Just an update if anyone is interested to know what happened to my dog, he was put down today. Classed as very dangerous.
He fought until the end and now he can rest in peace, a horrible day.
Upside my other dog seems happy and can relax now also, she can sleep inside the house instead of going out to the kennels at night.
That’s her looking at me.
RIP Zeus. [quoted image]

Quoted from ralphs007:

he's the Rottweiler in my avatar.

Quoted from Lostcause:

Just an update if anyone is interested to know what happened to my dog, he was put down today. Classed as very dangerous.
He fought until the end and now he can rest in peace, a horrible day.
Upside my other dog seems happy and can relax now also, she can sleep inside the house instead of going out to the kennels at night.
That’s her looking at me.
RIP Zeus. [quoted image]

Quoted from Lostcause:

Thanks guys, very quiet here tonight. As much of a maniac he was and stress he caused us I am seriously missing him. Dogs for you!
In the last 20 years I’ve lost 2 German shepherds and 2 St Bernards, absolutely heartbreaking they just don't live long enough. Had to give my 8 year old Labrador to my son because Zeus was trying to rip his throat from underneath and he was only 6 months then!
Had him nearly 5 years and seems like yesterday when I picked him up at 9 weeks old, I need a drink!

Quoted from oldskool1969:

Thats a very happy Lab, name?

Quoted from Tyamry:

Here is Bubba after having ACL surgery on Thursday. They inserted a plate, 4 screws, 25+ staples and lots of meds. He's killing us...but we love him!
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Quoted from Lostcause:

Just an update if anyone is interested to know what happened to my dog, he was put down today. Classed as very dangerous.
He fought until the end and now he can rest in peace, a horrible day.
Upside my other dog seems happy and can relax now also, she can sleep inside the house instead of going out to the kennels at night.
That’s her looking at me.
RIP Zeus. [quoted image]