@drmurrayhospicevet: Behavioral euthanasia is rarely about one bad moment, one bark, or one bite. Otter could have potentially done well with the right person, in the right environment, with extensive management. But in a shelter setting, finding that exact person can require time and resources that simply aren’t always available. Meanwhile, the safety of staff, volunteers, potential adopters, and the dog himself still has to be considered. Behavioral euthanasia doesn’t mean a dog is “bad” or that nobody could ever handle them. Sometimes the safe, appropriate home they would require just isn’t realistically available. And that’s what makes these decisions so incredibly difficult. ❤️ #BehavioralEuthanasia #VeterinaryMedicine #ShelterDogs #AnimalShelter #Veterinarian
Dr. Murray Hospice Vet
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Sunday 09 August 2026 14:03:18 GMT
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Liz :
Unfortunately, the world does not need another dangerous, unpredictable dog. It’s the right decision.
2026-08-09 15:06:49
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🤖🎀🧻Ph☆enix🧻🎀🤖 :
Whats with the ai script
2026-08-10 09:20:32
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pajkimthao :
this is why ppl need to stop breeding dogs too. adopt dont shop!
2026-08-09 16:14:39
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Brandon Hill :
But doing this to people is some how a problem
2026-08-09 16:51:44
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heatherg00_ :
As difficult as it is, I highly support BE. This was much more kind to Otter than allowing him to live for (possibly) years in a stressful shelter environment. His sacrifice opened up a shelter bed for another dog. Thank you everyone involved for making the kind decision for this boy.
2026-08-09 15:03:26
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neo :
i wish more people understood that behavioral euthanasia isnt a punishment. its legit just letting a sick dog go with dignity instead of suffering the rest of their life. people should be giving this energy to convenience euthanasias.
2026-08-09 16:50:31
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cat :
something I havent seen others point out is also the fact that, if someone adopts a shelter pet that should have been BE and then have a negative outcome or have to BE the dog themselves, it ruins their desire to adopt again in the future. BE saves other shelter dogs
2026-08-09 15:56:31
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Teri🔻🍉 :
My beloved St Bernard had terrible fear aggression and we were told we would probably have to put him down. Three trainers later, we put him on Prozac and he was MUCH better. It was our last resort and it worked! He’ll be 12 in a few months and has now been on his meds for a decade. I’m so glad we didn’t give up but I understand that shelters don’t have that luxury
2026-08-09 14:16:33
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Sar :
It is so hard. The decision for sweet otter was made with love
2026-08-09 14:07:04
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akissofsilver_1979 :
My grandparents had to do that with their Great Dane. It was heartbreaking because my grandma has had him since he was a baby. His behavior changed almost overnight and vets in the 80s didn't have much knowledge why. But he was huge and becoming dangerous for the people around.
2026-08-09 14:59:27
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♡God_Family_Poodles♡🇺🇸 :
This should happen more. This is the most humane thing for these dogs. No kill shelters are inhumane when it comes to dogs like this. He can now finally be a peace.
2026-08-09 14:51:25
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Sandra :
I See it like that: he isn’t physically I’ll, but mentally. His sickness isn’t curable, and he will suffer for his whole life if he stays alife. Hence it’s the best you can do to end his suffering.
2026-08-09 16:48:40
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A :
We were given a husky on deathrow. Extremely reactive, domineering and thought he was the boss. I was 6 months pregnant and NO ONE told me about his behaviour problems. We took him on and he bit my son first day we had him, then he attacked anyone who walked him or tried to assert dominance over him. We contemplated euthanasia so many times. Long story short - I trained him, whilst pregnant, whilst with a newborn and 3 kids. He's a fantastic dog now, never bites and is friendly and playful with all dogs. Do i trust him? Fuck no. But is he safe to have around - yes but always with precautions. Never trust an animal, always have boundaries and be consistent. The dog in the video could've been saved - but the sad reality is not everyone is capable, has the time, the resources or willing to take the risk, especially when there are so many calm safe dogs needing a home. It isn't fair.
2026-08-10 02:46:53
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Nyla Stewart :
My mom’s vet said it was either sedatives for the rest of his life or being euthanized. It’s a question of quality of life.
2026-08-09 18:32:26
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Maddie & Rudder :
thank you for sharing this series. this is such important information.
2026-08-09 14:12:02
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Slygath0r :
This pisses me off, not because he was euthanized, but because he was forced into an environment he didn't feel comfortable with. Adopt don't shop people, save these babies
2026-08-09 20:09:06
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Jesse Harp :
The dogs feel absolutely no pain when this has to happen. Also it’s a lot more humane than a dog living in a kennel for the duration of its life because no one is able to handle it. So many things are worse than death, confinement being a big one
2026-08-09 18:40:06
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Annabelle :
I think anyone who has a problem with this should go and actually work at an animal shelter. I work at one and euthanasia is part of animal wellness. Would you really want an animal spending months or years in a small kennel at the shelter wanting for the right person. Also if you do have a problem with this do something. Volunteer, foster, or donate to your local shelter.
2026-08-09 20:39:54
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Navin Tharan :
My rescue had BE. He shared the same bed with me. I told my vet he bit me. After a lengthy conversation, she said he was trying to kill me. In the end, we were prisoners in our own home. I chose the safety of my family over my dog. He was the best boy ever. RIP Axel.
2026-08-09 15:59:18
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🏹 🍎 Sara📚Booktoker🪶🖤 :
As someone who works in vet med, trust me when I say no one wants a behavioural euthanasia.
2026-08-09 15:40:31
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SourDoughBeef :
Yeah sorry this is incredibly fucked up. We don’t do this shit to humans, no need to do it to a dog that cannot communicate with you
2026-08-09 18:29:10
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Tai 🌞 :
If anyone who still isn’t understanding- We don’t want to do this, this is the HARDEST decision we ever make for our babies. This is the kindest thing we can also do for our babies who are suffering in their own mental health
2026-08-09 15:45:52
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AlleyWayKY :
Now let’s normalize the other end of the spectrum. The non aggressive fearful dog. The one who can’t be approached without releasing their bowls or bladder. The one who lives in the corner of the kennel for upwards of MONTHS.
2026-08-09 18:33:32
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