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hlthe2b

(102,265 posts)
4. Some lawyers will take on these cases, but it requires some expert behaviorists coming in to
Sat Jan 4, 2020, 07:36 PM
Jan 2020

testify which can be costly. Many lawyers would probably think it beneath him/her, but there are some who are likewise animal lovers who might well take it on. The average judge is going to be reluctant to take a chance, but a case can be made that that scenario may not reflect an "aggressive nor unprovoked" attack (the provocation being the bicycle which can trigger some dogs). It is a tough situation and I am not without empathy. Odds would be increased if there is a shelter--even if not the "official" shelter operating in the area that has experience with rehabilitating dogs such as this and would agree to help. The latter are usually local not-for-profit organizations that specialize in foster rescues.

On edit, I misunderstood you to say the dog was going to be put down by the current shelter. So, ignore much of what I've written in your case.

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