01/08/2024
PSA:
I need to address some rumors that have been circulating about my kennel, Pinnacle K9, and set the record straight.
Between July 4th and July 5th, Ruby went missing from her latched crate inside a secure kennel sometime between 11:30 PM and 8:30 AM the next morning. As soon as I noticed she was gone, I immediately began searching my property. I paused only to feed and care for the other dogs before continuing my search.
I contacted Ruby’s owner while still actively searching and called local vet offices, animal shelters, and enlisted help from a few close friends and colleagues. I even shut down my business to devote all my time to finding Ruby, resulting in significant financial loss.
While I understand the owner’s anguish, the continuing harassment and negativity from the owner and others has been unhelpful and disruptive. This is a difficult situation, and I would love nothing more than to reunite Ruby with her owner and put a stop to all this nonsense.
The police arrived without prior notice, so I graciously extended an invitation to tour my entire property, including my home and facility. During their visit, I made sure they were thoroughly acquainted with all my dogs, both personal and client, as well as the crate that had been damaged and the window from which the fan had been displaced.
Despite the owner’s claims, I have been out searching daily. We search the property multiple times a day, leave food out, and ensure someone is always present in case Ruby returns. I have investigated all possible sightings and leads. I am grateful to the few community members who have been helping tirelessly, although they prefer to remain anonymous to avoid the same harassment I have faced. They are immensely appreciated.
The negative attention, threats, and slow drives by my home have hindered my ability to search effectively. To my knowledge, the owner has only searched for one day and has never been to my facility, with her previous dog or this one, as this is the SECOND dog I have trained for her.
Although the owner has requested that people not contact me, if you genuinely want to help with Ruby’s search, please feel free to reach out directly. I appreciate any sincere interest and am happy to coordinate efforts for those who are truly committed to assisting.
For the record, Ruby escaped from a latched crate inside a secure, climate-controlled kennel building. She then pushed out a window fan, escaping through the window. This was caused either by the fireworks or the storm, or both. I did have an AC unit, fan and radio going for ambient noise. All dogs were fine when I last checked on them at 11:30PM. This has never happened to me before in my 15+ years of working with dogs professionally, and I am devastated.
Additionally, I want to address the FALSE claims that I have stolen and/or sold her and other dogs. Let me be clear: I AM NOT IN THE BUSINESS OF STEALING AND SELLING DOGS. This is completely untrue and defamatory.
To address the rumors of me stealing this dog for breeding purposes: she is unregistered and does not meet the temperament standards I uphold for breeding dogs. Due to my exceptionally high standards, she is considered subpar at best. Her aggressive biting behaviors and OCD tendencies are entirely inconsistent with my breeding criteria.
If or when I begin breeding, it will be with cherry-picked specimens from Germany bred for health, excellent temperament, work ethic, and adherence to the rigorous German standard for breeding (proven via show and the highest working titles). This includes passing the breed survey, an essential tool for preserving and advancing the German Shepherd Dog breed.
The breed survey evaluates a dog’s temperament in various situations to ensure they are friendly, self-confident, and controlled. To enter the breed survey, dogs must be registered, fully vaccinated, at least 2 years old, and have successfully completed endurance and temperament tests (BH/BH-VT). They must also have received a rating of at least “good” in a breed show, obtained a performance title (IGP 1 for SV breed survey or SchH 1, IPO 1, or IGP 2 for USCA breed survey), and have certified hips and elbows. Only the best dogs, selected for their temperament, performance, and anatomy, can pass these rigorous standards.
In my 29 years of owning some incredible dogs, I have never bred a litter, intentionally or by “accident,” because of these high standards.
There is no legal authority that can compel anyone to post on social media. I am posting now to clarify the situation. I would prefer to spend my time working on the ground rather than online. The fact remains that spreading hate and negativity has not helped bring her home.
You are welcome to search my page. You will see that I am not regularly active on social media, as I have more important responsibilities than spending time on a computer or phone. This will not change due to public opinion.
The owner requested training for Ruby due to her behavioral problems and biting tendencies. She is nervous and reactive, and as such, requires a careful approach. Please exercise caution when approaching her.
My property is searched multiple times daily, and I would appreciate assistance in searching the surrounding areas. Message me and I can let you know where I have and haven’t searched on a daily basis.
I appreciate any and all assistance in locating Ruby. If your intent is to genuinely help rather than spread negativity, please private message me. Constructive efforts are needed to bring Ruby home safely, not unwarranted hate.
Thank you to everyone who has supported and helped during this challenging time. Let’s focus on finding Ruby.
To Heather Rousse: Let’s address the matter of trespassing. I can assure you, I would certainly be aware if you were on my property on the 4th of July. To anyone else found on my premises uninvited, be prepared to face trespassing charges. Unwelcome visitors will not be entertained.
I understand there have been concerns about my recent absence. I wanted to take the time to address everything comprehensively in one go. Addressing all the questions and squashing the rumors takes time. I know the court of public opinion can be quick to judge, but I want to ensure every rumor and allegation is properly addressed. Thank you for your patience, and welcome to my world.
Sincerely,
Pinnacle K9
