I Lost My Puppy.

[@leahdresser2290]

To put an innocent creature through that much suffering, separating her from her loving family...THAT should be the illegal thing here. If ANYONE was capable of properly handling her is was you!!! I am so sorry for everything. Stay strong.

[@sarah4hp]

That is so damn heartbreaking Will, I am SO sorry the case was lost in court. She should never have been taken away after such a long time, she had become YOUR dog by that point, and removing her from her family, both dogs and humans alike, was a true crime and in no way caring about what was in the best interest of the dog. The system is DEFINITELY broken if something like that can possibly be allowed to happen! I wish you and your family all the best, and hope that you are all doing okay during this tough time 🧡

[@CowOG]

When you said " She looked back confused " I started crying :(

[@oliviaharpwood9751]

me too :(

[@Ladyofthestars1111]

Same wow my heart broke

[@nancys6991]

Me as well!

[@vDanzaa]

So hard to picture it, couldn't imagine actually living it

[@TheMolch11]

Actually saw it in my mind. Keep strong...

[@katzwhite5962]

You nearly made me cry when you spoke about her looking back at you for the last time. So sorry😞 about what happened.

[@simon4prezident201]

That’s when I cried. So damn sad. Sorry Will.

[@rico4you]

Will ...you have been with 2 recent losses! Feel for you...wish you and the family the best. I really don't understand how the "system" can take a away from you and your family such a well cared Puppy!

[@DrAllyGreen]

This is absolutely heartbreaking 💔 our thoughts are with you and your family - keep strong 💪🏻

[@kitten5154]

I'm so sorry, I'm literally bawling, I hope it gets better 😔

[@alexisthomas1238]

So sorry to hear this...she didn't deserve that outcome. None of the dogs involved did. 😔

[@jonipadgett8647]

I’m so sorry. Why? Just why? How can the court think that there is a better place for this puppy than your family. Just heartbreaking. Prayers for you and your family for healing your hearts

[@DebbieFromGA]

I can't imagine how hard that had to be. I've had several pets over the years, and it's hard enough to lose them through death, either from age, disease, or accident. But to have to turn over a pup, you've loved and lived with for almost a year is heartbreaking. My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family, and the puppy. This is all so sad!

[@kaylastern799]

I’m so so sorry Will. I can’t imagine how you feel right now. Praying for you and your family.

[@itsthetizzle]

My man this is just brutal. For someone like yourself who is so devoted and committed to giving dogs the absolute best life they can have, for you to endure what you have over the last year+ between this and losing your corso puppy is just so unfair man and no one who is genuinely such a kind and loving person as you are deserves any of it. My heart breaks for you and your family and I hope you all can find a way to have some peace. Please keep doing everything you are doing, so happy to know someone like you still exists in this world.

[@spreadbeartroops3917]

Oh that's heartbreaking 😪 I'm so so sorry, I can't imagine the pain. How can the system think that the best thing for Puppy would be to take her from you?? Don't they want to put the dogs best interests at heart? So sorry

[@kfc3930]

This gives me a flash backs to when I lost my German shepherd with her It was a accident I was moving cross country living out of a hotel to the plain was her to stay with my brother until I got a place then I'd go pick her up I'll still never forget her busting out the house to follow me then while I was gone she ended up passing away do too genetic issues that we never could have done anything about Smartest dog I ever had the honor of having R.I.P Lady Even though are situations are different I understood exactly how you felt talking about passing that lead it still haunts me years later Now I have too Rottweilers and I couldn't imagine losing one of them like that stay strong man and I hope things change It's awful that they really gonna take away a dog who had done nothing worng at all other then just being born away from a loving family who just happens to be in my opinion one of the best trainers I've seen I really really hope you some how get her back we all can be sad but puppy and many dogs like puppy are the victims in this crap

[@becksarmour9922]

Omg that's so sad, looking for a German Shepherd myself.... I do hope your OK x

[@kfc3930]

@@becksarmour9922 im okay but with miss her more then words could say even years later personally I believe threw life you meet many soul mates they can be humans cats dogs birds anything she definitely was a soul mates and a very special dog But i had about 8 years with my shepherd I'll tell you right now they are amazing dogs since ur looking for a shepherd be ready for a handful I'll tell you some story's about mine They are definitely very smart she was hands down the smartest dog I ever had or met Also super one person dogs atleast my dog was she was such a one person dog even my parents who she saw pretty much everyday she didn't care about at all her life goal was being my shadow They can't be rehomed easy since they dont take to new family's well my girl was so extremely attached to me I'll tell you a real life story I was still going to school at the time this happened my mom drops me off at school we used to take her for car rides since it was only down the street form our house since she knew where I was my mom let her out she jumped the fence ran into my school and found me this dog wasn't even a year old yet that should say how devoted they are to there person They also are very protective and can be destructive I remember once I went out with the family we came home to my dog waiting in fount of my house she broke threw my screen window our neighbors who we where friends with tried to take her in there house til we came home the second they stepped on her yard she instantly charged them barking once they ran off her yard she went back to the front and waited I get home and neighbors where fine to come on the yard that's the level of smarts these dogs have I could tell you many more stories if you like of her life she protected me many times she was just the best dog if you have any questions let me know I'll say this don't make the mistake I did thinking I'm getting a cheep deal going to some scumbag breeding dogs for money I can't say I fully regret it because i ended up with such a amazing dog but the reason she passed away was due to bad breeding I was just a kid getting a puppy I didn't know better but learn form my mistake so hopily you get more time with ur shepherd then I did

[@becksarmour9922]

@@kfc3930 R bless her, what a lovely story... I can hear from your story you miss her so much.... I grew up with German Shepherds I have had five... I learnt how to walk with my first one... Their is know other breed you can get that connection with.... My new hopefully German Shepherd will be my life I have a daughter.... I have been through the mill with abusive ex partner and turned my life around and believe me I won't need anymone apart from Daughter and my new dog.... I have found a great breader so just got to wait..... But please keep in touch and share your story's 💯💖💯

[@ZawanaMama]

I am so sorry to hear this is such an heartbreaking story. Can we all sign an online petition to help? I am French living in Australia and maybe you can contact radio and TV to talk about what happened. Whatever happened with the adult dogs the puppies were not born so they have nothing to do with the issue.

[@estherachermann]

You are such a heartwarming good guy, I am so sorry for you, that puppy would have had the best life in your family....the system sucks

[@madginger3634]

I cried with you brother. This is why I can't Foster. I can't give them away or rehome them. It's too hard. We know you did all you could.

[@user-ox4cz4tw3k]

Foster is a hard one. At the end of the day you are looking after someone else dog untill they fond a home hence why the rescue can take them back of the Foster parent and normally win

[@KingsMom831]

As absolutely heartbreaking as this is😔….I for one, REALLY APPRECIATE your authenticity in this and for speaking out about this. Thank you for being an advocate for dogs.🙏🏼💛

[@tegs_x]

You gave her a good loved solid start in life Will. A wonderful foundation that she will carry with her forever

[@dutra45]

Sorry to hear this man, I hope there is still a chance you get "Puppy" back. Appreciate the honesty and keeping it real.

[@kfc3930]

In all honesty if anyone could make a case to get her back it's Will he's a professional canine handler who lives in a rural area who had raised puppy into a well trained dog I have no clue if he will but if anyone has a chance it's will if he did form what I heard the terms would probably be that she can't be in public without being muzzled or couldn't be off his land

[@oursimplesustainablelife8432]

I'm so sorry. Thank you for fighting for her. And thank you for telling us what happened.

[@xararoman1606]

I have 7 rescue dogs. I feel your pain... this situation is literally sickening 😪

[@PattisArtInnaVan]

This was absolutely heartbreaking. I am so sorry for you and your family, I do hope you all have been able to find some peace in this terrible decision by the courts.

[@Ziggy61]

I’ve been watching this channel to learn about staffys and I remember his first video of Loosing a puppy. Hard to watch, feel for you bro. Thanks for all the knowledge on my future staffy and be strong. Just imagining that puppy looking at you as he walked away hurt my hart to listen to.

[@spectrumecho]

mate listen I only found your vids a few month back so I've been watching avidly, catching up. if they can't see an ideal home with you and yours they must have their eyes closed - absolutely gutted for you - and with you, from afar 💪🙏

[@megse9437]

I'm so sorry you lost a special family member, absolutely heartbreaking to hear. I will keep hope that by some miracle, you will be reunited again.

[@dionnemosier3324]

As a former Animal Control Officer for 13 years here in America, I know exactly how you feel. To many times I was involved in police seizures where the dogs were only used as leverage to get plea deals for other charges, then returned to the owners.

[@TheBaconbush]

Sorry for you and your family and your pup mate. I love my 3 dogs and they are my family. I would be devastated to lose any of them. Stay strong

[@karenc6568]

I'm sorry that you and your family are having to go through this. Obviously the system needs a big overhaul and people running it who actually care about the dogs. It just sucks...

[@AzuraBlackHeart]

Aww, this truly really upset me. I'm so sorry that you and your family had to go through this. 💔

[@StacieLewin]

That is so heart breaking. I am sorry that the case was lost in court. It takes a special person to be able to foster a puppy knowing that there is a chance you have to give it up. It is sad how the system is broken. My thoughts and prayers with you and your family and the puppy.

[@andrewjackson5249]

Will you’re a massive inspiration to others - we have taken on lots of rescue dogs and we have a Belgium Shepard who has been abused really badly and is now a loving but challenging dog and your videos plus dog boot camp has really helped us try and give her that life she deserves - you’ve lost one battle but your winning the war as every video you make, makes a difference to hundred of people like me who have the privilege to have rescue dogs in our lives

[@marktodd4479]

God my friend, my heart cries.tears of blood for you and your.family. Such a horrible horrible trauma to endure.

[@smozzie24]

You’re very brave making this video Will, I’m in bits for you, incredibly sad and I’m sending huge hugs to you and your family x

[@pennyhutchins2548]

So sorry for you, your family, and most of all, Puppy. I walk an XL bully; he’s 14 months, a lovely dog who loves to socialise. Now he’s muzzled up, with a mardy reputation and his future is, relatively speaking, isolation from other dogs. One of the last of his kind, and he’s not even allowed to be friendly anymore. Silliness.

[@leanneabridged]

This is devastating. I'm so deeply sorry. I hope that sharing your story helps generate some organised push back against the legislation that let you, your family, and especially Puppy down so badly.

[@bettybaby63]

Oh this is terrible. I’ve only watched one or two of your vids bc I just came across your channel. I’m sorry your family to have to experience this loss! 💔

[@SukhaRai]

I’m so sorry. I can’t even imagine what you and your family are going through.

[@luciusmaximus1169]

That's so unfair 😔 that must have been so horrible to go through. Hope you and your family are ok ❤️

[@angelikabaran7213]

Thanks for sharing Will. I can only imagine how hard it must have been. Always grateful for keeping your community in mind. We are with you! Hang in there!

[@greasyslickwaterbuffalo3287]

You have me how to deal with dogs properly after I thought I knew how for decades. My heart weeps for your loss. Stay strong we all need you.

[@evao]

I'm so sorry. It breaks my heart to hear. She will always have the memory of you and your family. I pray she gets to continue a good life. I hope she is not going to be put down. I'm sorry. 😭

[@badoodis]

I haven't closely followed your story and fostering until recently, but this story put a massive pit in my stomach. I think anyone who has lost an animal suddenly with no control knows the pain and torment that you are feeling... Wish there was something you could do, someone to contact, etc. that is related to that dog to try and make it work out. Sorry for your loss.

[@jonhall1049]

Breaks my heart to hear this man, after everything that happened with mabel I can’t imagine how hard this was. I couldn’t imagine the pain. Stay strong dude

[@marklong691]

Gutted big man, keep up the fight for all dogs in these sort of situations

[@chadbernard2641]

A true personal tragedy. Keep up the great work and change the system.

[@dieselchick1]

So tragic! My heart bleeds for you, puppy, and your family. 😞

[@willathertoncaninetraining]

Thanks so much, but you might be interested to know we have an update on the situation: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4K3doCmrblmpdE

[@ilocke2007]

That was hard to hear. Thanks for sharing. I hope sharing helps you navigate this. Nonetheless, I’m sorry you’ve lost puppy. Heartbreaking. So sorry.

[@Blitsun]

I'm so sorry. Thank you for sharing your joys and sorrows with us. I hope your puppy finds her way back to you. I'll put in a word with the Big Guy.

[@christinejones5237]

Bless your heart! I feel for you and your family. Its tragic what is allowed to happen in so many of these circumstances where animals are seized and placed into foster homes. I refuse to foster for this very reason. I help in any way I can but I will not foster . Here in the US I have seen this situation play out many times and it's always so heartbreaking in the end! The people whom broke the laws Or abused/neglected their animals should never be allowed to have them back. I wish you and your family well!

[@willathertoncaninetraining]

Thanks so much Christine, you might want to check out our video from last week for an update on Puppy: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4K3doCmrblmpdE&lc=UgxBc7r4PrfcbI85ZHd4AaABAg

[@sarah1320]

Will, I'm so sorry. Such a heart breaking circumstance. It's such a loss to lose a 4-footed family member, especially in this sort of instance.

[@keithreynolds6359]

Very hard to watch this. My heart goes out to you & your family. Don't let it deter you. We need people like you.

[@duncan2397]

i’m sorry man ❤️

[@TheHairlessChimp]

Heartbreaking mate. To lose a family member in such a way must have been soul destroying and my thoughts are with you. Start a patreon so we can help grow your channel and brand. I expect the support would be overwhelming to support the great work you are doing. Stay strong buddy.

[@Glitter_Piss]

😭💔 I can't stop crying! I understand sorry means nothing and will not change anything but please know my heart hurts so deeply for you and your family! I just can't even.... Our world is so so disgustingly messed up!!!

[@adam20181]

Just watched this and absolutely gutted for you. We foster and have adopted 2 dogs, I feel your pain and thanks for sharing an emotional insight to this issue.

[@mirthepeeters65]

I have just found your channel today and going through your videos and this one broke my hearth and made me cry. Im so very sorry for you, your family and your pup.

[@willathertoncaninetraining]

Just in case you missed it there was a follow up from this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4K3doCmrblmpdE

[@triciamarie9265]

I'm in tears for puppy, you, your family, and all those touched by Puppy. Wishing you all happy memories and peace in your hearts. So excited to see the efforts you make to change the laws🐕❤️

[@EgGsRoCk184]

I'm so sorry, this is awful. I can't even imagine the pain you and your family are going through.

[@maccybee2144]

Horrible news, keep strong mate!

[@fxltz4925]

The only thing i can say to you sir, is that no matter what happens, you had the absolute pleasure of making memories and loving that Puppy. whether its a year or 12 years that is irrelevant, she will be a memory you can fondly look back on and cherish. i think you are fantastic and i support and will support advancements in changing these legislations. i hope your family are coping okay and good luck!!

[@rdunnam100]

Will, as has been sad - we are all so sorry for the pain your family feels but I do want to also say thank you for fostering dogs and caring for them whenever and however you can. In the days ahead I hope the joy of those moments and memories shared bring you some happiness.

[@beverleypender5931]

My heart breaks for you. Giving her back is worse than if she had died ... Sending love and encouraging you to carry on -- so many dogs need you and your organisation.

[@Twincity55]

Thanks for giving your followers some closure on this will. Keep grinding, keep pushing, if someone can change these laws its you!

[@emch5598]

This is so heartbreaking, she was such a special girl. Prayers up for you and the family and hopefully puppy will be fine.

[@kevalbertmooka]

Will, I don't know the full story, but I'm gutted for you. I've watched a few of your vids and you genuinely care for the dogs. How the system can take that puppy away is beyond me. It looked so happy and content. God bless.

[@mdelashmitt5067]

Damn Will, I can't begin to imagine how hard that must have been. You of all people should be allowed to own any canine you choose. My eyes watered listening to the story. Use the pain to fight breed specific laws, in my opinion they are criminal. I live in the US and own a 14 year old american pit bull / working lab mix. He is the sweetest most gentle dog I have ever owned. I'm sure I haven't had nearly the exposure to dogs I've only having owned about 16 dogs and fostered 7 or 8 others. From what I've noticed how you raise, train and socialize them makes more of a difference than the breed. I love your channels and keep up the good fight. My heart goes out to you and your family.

[@jessicabernatchez4726]

This is so devastating Will, I am so so sorry you went through this. I went through something similar, and having to give up a dog you’ve bonded with and made a serious connection with is so insanely painful. One of the worst feelings in the world. It feels like a piece of you is taken away with the dog. Thoughts, love, and prayers to you and your family.

[@lou5250]

So sorry to hear about your puppy. You truly sound heartbroken.

[@lesliemartin1061]

So sorry to hear, my heart goes out to your family. Thank you for all you do for dogs and dog owners via this site!

[@johnpenneyston8101]

I'm sorry for your loss buddy. I'm a 42 year old bloke with a beard and you nearly had me in tears as I would be devistated if we lost one of our 2 dogs. As you said that look back when puppy walked away,my god you are a stronger guy than me. I can't say anything that can help apart from I'm sorry

[@MrPendamonium]

Well F@^k, that sucks. My condolences to you and the family. I wish Puppy all the best in her journey. Thanks for the transparency Will, tough video to make but you did it with class.

[@hayleeighmarie]

I am so sorry Will. You’ve had to go through this once already and I’m sorry that they are putting you back through this. I’m sending prayers to you and your family.

[@jillmatthews5197]

So sad to have to say goodbye ... I hope you can get her back 💕🐾🌸🌸

[@GryphTKai1]

So sorry for your loss. Keep fighting the good fight for all the dogs still out there.

[@claireharvey9526]

I can only imagine the pain and heart ache you and your family are experiencing right now. My heart goes out to you all 💜

[@nancyb4977]

I am so sorry that this has happened to you and your family. Some things just don’t make any sense. Puppy will forever be in your heart.

[@jpb5385]

So incredibly sorry. Heartbreaking. Blessings to you and your family.

[@tommgrl22]

I am so sorry for your loss. We share your pain and your families pain of loss.

[@DustinGarrods]

This is so really sad to hear! I can really feel what you feel. It is so unfair how the governments think about certain breeds.

[@cardiacade]

Awful. What an injustice. Sending love.

[@judithjones3238]

I’m so sorry for all the heartbreak you’ve gone through as a family with your puppies. You are so caring and compassionate and really want the best for all canine companions and leaders. I’m so very happy I found your videos. Thanks for being vulnerable and sharing your news even though it must be so hard and heartbreaking to discuss & relive. Sending love and hugs to you all. Keep up the great work 🐶💙💖👍🏻

[@sachaprevin]

My condolences mate. I'm so sorry you had to go through this. Sadly bad things happen to good people. Stay strong bro!

[@sarahharris1685]

So sorry to hear this, hope you and your family are all okay

[@JC-sf2qm]

My heart breaks for you and your family .... God Bless you and much appreciation for all the help you give to all puppies!

[@whatever3563]

So sorry man you have the worst luck with dogs I pray u get better luck in the future

[@austinjones9820]

Will I am so sorry. But that is not enough to express how bad I feel that you even had to go through this. You are doing great things. We will get the system to change I can see it!😥❤️

[@8ndrew]

Absolutely gutted to have just watched the outcome of the case. I really thought they would of let you keep puppy. Thinking of you and your family mate. Keep doing what your doing your amazing!

[@SashaAndrijevic]

So sorry for all of you man.. Just be strong for the rest of the family.. Chest up shoulders up calm consistent leader.. 😔😔

[@planojag595]

I'm so sorry for you, your family, and for Puppy who deserved to stay with you.

[@bennieparker722]

So very sorry,so hard to lose a companion; positive prayers for you and your family.

[@mareshank9454]

Oh no! I am so sorry. She looked like she was right where she belonged. You are all in my thoughts.

[@laurenjones2511]

That’s awful 😢 I really hope your family heals from your loses

[@nancys6991]

My heart goes out to you and your family as well as Puppy. This never should have happened and the pup would have continued to have its best possible life ever with you and your family. I wish there was some way that we ALL could help you…

[@ariessun1406]

I've seen another story like this will it's recent and in the UK too. she was a kennel owner and the boarding dogs owner never came back , she looked after them for 2 years before one got Ill so she placed it at someone home and the other I think she kept, a few years later owner asked for them back and got the police involved as it classed as theft, even tho she left them for over two years in Kennels,, the kennel owner didn't have to hand them over after explaining to the police what happened,,,, keeping the puppy would of shown true courage altho I can imagine you work with the shelter. I'd of been tempted not to hand her over at all. I feel really feel for you and the wife, heartbreaking ❤️ 😑

[@Depressed_Dinosaur]

Mobilize your army mate. Who do you want us to call?

[@joda7771]

Since I heard this on Instagram a while ago I am broken. 😢 I’m deeply sorry for you and your family. Puppy was deep in my heart all the time. ❤️

[@tracygoddess6719]

I am so sorry. Love and light to you and your family and to the precious pup

[@keaganweaver8723]

Absolutely heartbreaking. I’m so sorry my friend. Doing my best so send you guys some love 🖤🖤🖤

[@terryrose7385]

I am so sorry Will for you and your family, not forgetting poor puppy of which none of this is her fault. I was hoping the case would have a happy outcome. No words can make you feel better, you must just take solace that you did all that you could do. The banned dog law in England is shocking and urgently needs amending!