11/18/2025
This is the one of the hardest thing I've ever had to write. Yesterday, our hearts were shattered into a million pieces when we lost our beloved, sweet Bo. He was brutally attacked and killed on our own property by a neighbor's dog that trespassed. The pain is unbearable, and the silence where his footsteps and barks used to be is deafening.
Bo wasn't just a pet; he was family. He was a constant source of unconditional love, goofy moments, and comfort. His memory deserves justice, and his loss needs to serve as a wake-up call.
What happened to Bo is a horrifying example of dog-on-dog violence, and it’s a terrifying reality for pet owners. It’s not just about a 'dog fight'; it’s often about preventable, devastating attacks that result in injury, trauma, or, in our case, the ultimate loss.
It can happen anywhere: On a walk, at the park, or, as we painfully learned, in the supposed safety of your own yard.
The consequences are severe: Beyond the physical harm, the emotional trauma for the pet and the human family is profound and lasting.
It is often preventable: Responsible pet ownership means ensuring your dog is safely contained, properly socialized, and managed, especially if they have aggressive tendencies.
This experience has solidified one truth: As dog parents, we are our pets’ primary advocates. We are their voice. Bo didn't get to choose that a strange, aggressive dog would invade his home and take his life. But we have the power to speak for him now, and for every other dog who has suffered due to negligence or a lack of accountability.
If you see something concerning—a dog consistently loose, aggressive incidents being minimized, or irresponsible owners—please speak up. Report it. Document it. Don't assume someone else will handle it. We need to hold pet owners accountable for the safety of their animals and their community.
We are navigating this unimaginable grief, but we promise that Bo's memory will be a force for change. We will pursue every action necessary to ensure this doesn't happen to another family.
Rest in peace, my perfect boy, Bo. You were taken too soon, but your impact will never fade. We love you more than words can say. And I will hold my promise to you that I will fight until justice is served!
