FatGuy said:
Yeah the training was a big brain fart on my part. The problem is that when he was younger he was never agressive , potty trained fast, and followed basic instruction (sit , stay) and such so I didnt really think to have him trained. I would take him for walks and take him to the store to get him used to people. When he turned two years old is when the you know what hit the fan. Hes super agressive barking at anyone that walks by. When people come over we have to put him away in a closed room.
It sounds like you did train him, somewhat. From your description, he's a confident dog (quick housebreaking, learned basic commands easily, barks very agressively at people) and and sexually mature and very aware that in his experience, obedience and good behavior means only that he should sit when commanded. If he was a more laidback dog, you wouldn't be having problems of this magnitude.
FatGuy said:
I would hate to have him go through nuetering and training only to have to put him to sleep anyway.
Neutering is a pretty simple operation for a male dog, though I understand it's apparently agony for their male owners
and training would probably be to this dog's liking. He'd resist being told what to do, but he'd probably embrace a true partnership with a human.
FatGuy said:
I'm 6 foot 200 lbs so I could handle him being the way he is. My mom is living with me and is an older more fragile person and the neighbor hood is full of children. I don't want him to be a danger to people. I'll look into training but most of the vets and shlters thus far have pretty much suggested to put him to sleep (which is not a great option but he almost took my eye out)
I think you should get rid of the dog. I'm sorry, and I know it would be very painful for you, but while you could manage the dog closely enough to keep him safe for neighbors - secure fence, kennel, etc. - your mother is at risk from the dog. The dog's already growled at her and bitten you - the larger, stronger, younger man - twice, pretty bad. Retraining could make this dog manageable and a workable pet for a conscientious owner. Nothing will make him safe.