Bulldog Survives Scary, Wild Ride After Leash Gets Caught in Elevator
- Posted on January 26, 2012 at 8:30am by
Jonathon M. Seidl
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People across the country have expressed anger after surveillance video surfaces showing a bulldog’s leash recently getting stuck in a Chicago elevator and being taken on a wild ride once the doors closed. The dog survived what sounds like an accident. So why is everyone upset? We’ll explain.
The video shows the dog’s owner entering the elevator and pressing a button. The dog, however, doesn’t follow, and instead stands motionless outside. The owner, however, also stands motionless, appearing to stare at the dog. Then, the doors close, and still the owner stands motionless. However, he soon realizes what is happening and frantically tries to open the door, but to no avail. The video then shows the owner being yanked to the ground by the force of the caught leash and banging his head. A separate surveillance video shows what happened to the dog: he got yanked to the ceiling and then fell to the ground.
The Daily Mail highlights what happened on the outside:
Here’s the video:
The owner told The Sun he was mortified.
“I was expecting the worst case scenario,” he said. “I actually almost didn’t want to open the door and see what had happened on the lobby side.”
“I wish I would have let go of the leash, but it all happened so fast that it pulled me in and it was impossible to take my hand out of the strap.”
But the owner’s remorse — and the broken wrist that resulted from the force of being yanked down — have not been enough to dodge the ire of the Internet. Fox’s Megyn Kelly discussed the backlash the owner is getting as a result of the incident:
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Comments (63)
Whiskey-Sierra-Yankee-7th-Calvary
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 11:44amI almost got crushed by an elevator once…….I hate them to this day. I have three bulldogs myself funny little animals. anyways this guy should not have his dog taken away. like forest gump would say “**** HAPPENS”
Report Post »liberty_for_all
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 11:28amThat’s a dangerous elevator. Did you notice how fast that door closed? And the elevator shot up way fast. Had it gone slower, it might’ve hurt the dog.
Report Post »robax99
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 11:16amThis actually happened to me as well when we lived in an old apartment building in the city. I’m still a bit traumatized by that day. My dog was saved by the plastic lock on his collar. What happened was when I came in from walking our dog, I grabbed the mail from our box and got in the elevator. It was very old and the door would always close on you. I dropped the leash in the elevator while I was flipping through the mail, not unusual. We got to our floor, I walked out and headed down the hall to our apartment expecting our dog to follow like she always did. She must of been slow getting out of the elevator because when I turned around, I saw the door close, most the leash inside and her in the hallway… then she started sliding across the floor towards the closed door. I dropped the mail and started screaming and leaped towards her, trying and get the collar off as she was getting pinned against the door. She yelped really loud and I had this horrible vision of her being decapitated in my arms, when all of a sudden the plastic snap broke with all the forces. I sat there holding her on the floor in shock for a few minutes and my neighbor came out asking if everything way alright. In terms of safety I don’t think much about the importance of “failure points” in simple things like a dog leash or dog collars. But I do now. I’m certain if she just had a rope around her neck or a metal collar or a chock collar, she would be dead and I would be more traumatized then I am.
Report Post »brknhrt
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 11:28amSo you are walking your dog and it goes after another dog and you want a breakaway collar on him? Right. How about taking the responsibility to guide and protect a animal that can’t do it himself.
Report Post »robax99
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 12:55pmI think you misunderstood. If my beagle chased after another dog, not likely, then the collar would not break away. There are such things as accidents. I shared the story primarily to relay what I learned about fail points in systems. I suppose a metal chock collar would of been fine if there was a plastic clip. Tying a rope around a dogs neck is like putting them in a noose, and god forbit an unlikely and unexpected event were to occur that grabbed that rope.
Report Post »SgtB
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 2:12pmYou are the same type of person that would let your child walk into the street. People are stupid and forgetful alot of the time, but to be so dumb as to not take any precaution with your dog when they have essentially a noose around their neck in proximity mechanical device that routinely lifts thousands of pounds and can pinch end of the leash physically making it into a noose is just STUPID. Granted, 5h!t happens, but you NEED to realize that the 5h!t that happens is caused by your inattention or ignorance. Stupid hurts. Sometimes more than others.
Report Post »robax99
Posted on January 27, 2012 at 10:32amI’m 40 years old. Lived in that building for 10 years. 4 walks a day. That’s one freak incident in nearly 15,000 events. And I’m dumb? I‘m all for personal responsibility and I’m very conscientious especially when it comes to the safety of my children. But it sounds like you are taking this to such an extreme that would overburden the heart with worry and guilt. This can distract you not only from success but from happiness. It’s important to recognize risks (actually, that’s my job), but within reason. If you obsess only on the risks, and grant undo weight to unlikely risks, you will never see the opportunity in a thing. It can also cause psychosis or a detachment from reality.
Report Post »ShineTheLightBrighter
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 10:58amOk folks I own a large dog and when she gets distracted by another dog or person she can be a little tough to get going in the direction I want. It is obvious from the hall video that the lady distracted the dog, that the leash was taught as the owner tried to get the dog into the elevator and although you cannot see his face, obviously the owner was talking to his dog. Since the owner got onto the elevator before the lady entered the hallway he did not realize the extent of the dogs distraction. I believe he thought the leash in the door would cause it to reopen and when it did not that is when he got frantic. If I were doing a video for utube I certainly would not leave the leash around my wrist which is why his wrist got broken. I am sure next time he will be more careful.
Report Post »thegreatcarnac
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 10:54amI am glad the dog is alright…but I hear that he does stutter now when he barks.
Report Post »Mr.Fitnah
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 10:37amThe dog landed on its feet.
Report Post »No harm no foul.
It has a story to tell is grand puppies.
charleyrocks
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 10:37amHe knew the dog was outside the elevator, he looked at him before he hit the button to close the doors, look closer while he stares at the dog outside before hitting the button. It was NO ACCIDENT. I think he wanted to get on you tube!
Report Post »Dishevel
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 11:10amYes. I always have though that banging my head, breaking my wrist and killing my dog is a wonderful way to get some youtube love. Please try to remember that … Nevermind. You are an idiot and I am getting stupider trying to reason with you.
Report Post »DividedWeFail
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 1:52pmI agree with the commenter who said that while he was looking at the dog he was talking to him telling him “Come on boy, get inside”. when the dog paused rather than follow him in. We can’t see him speaking because his face is not facing the camera.
I also believe he felt that the LEASH ITSELF being in the doorway would have prevented the doors from closing permanently like garage doors and electric windows in a car will NOT close if they sense something in the “Trap Zone”.
The guy was so distraught that even WITH A BROKEN WRIST, he did NOT pamper/cradle his wrist keeping it still to prevent more physical pain, NO – this man’s mental anguish was so severe, he raised both hands/wrists above his shoulders to grab his head and completely cover his face which would have been excruciatingly painful.
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Report Post »SgtB
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 2:17pmIf this guy was really dumb enough to think that a flat piece of nylon fabric would push the bar back the few inches needed to cause the door to not close, then he got what he deserved for being an idiot. I‘m just glad the dog didn’t suffer more than it did for him to learn a lesson. The problem with not knowing something, is that you don‘t know that you don’t know until something like this happens. Maybe he’ll start to use his brain now.
Report Post »spyderpopp
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 2:36pmCharleyRocks and CherylinVA – he pushed his floor number, not the door close button. It was definitely NOT deliberate.
Report Post »COFemale
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 10:36amYes, I guess we are all perfect on this forum and never spaced out when we got into an elevator. Yes, it seemed odd that he stared at the dog, but he may have been saying something to the dog and thought the leash was enough to keep the doors open. However, the sensors are spaced about 2 feet apart in the elevator doors so it takes a rather large body to keep the door open. When the door closed it dawned on him what was happening.
Be thankful the dog was only a little shaken. Get off your high-horse and judging this mans right to own a dog. For all we know, some of you could beat yours.
Report Post »I Love Howie Carr
Posted on January 27, 2012 at 10:51amagreed. everyone seems to be a little judgmental today. it was an accident. that’s why we have the word “accident”. doesn’t make him a bad dog owner. at least he was trying to get the dog out and about. some dog owners leave their dogs inside all day and night or even tied up in the cold next to a frigid “dog house”.
Report Post »KAdams
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 9:53amWell, from the way the dog was frantic afterwards, looking for his owner and searching everywhere, he doesn’t seem to be judgmental on the matter. He plainly looked happy to see him. So who are you to judge? For all you know, the guy’s mom just died.
Report Post »ProbIemSoIver
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 10:13amThis actually happened to me.
Report Post »30 years ago. I took our dog for a walk. We lived on the third floor.
I got in the elevator. He didn’t.
Door closed. Elevator rose. I screamed at the top of my lungs. Luckily the elevator stopped on the 2nd floor.
A neighbor saw him on the first floor hanging from the leash. He was hanging and pooping. The Neighbor saved him.
I will never forget it.
ProbIemSoIver
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 10:21am*It was forty years ago, and I was 6 years old
Report Post »charleyrocks
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 10:32amhe saw the dog outside the elevator, stood there knowing full well the dog was outside, and then he pressed the elevator button look closer, he did this to get on you tube I am convinced. if you stood there and noticed your dog was not in the elevator would you press the up button no no no you would not look closer.
Report Post »charleyrocks
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 10:34amit was not a mistake look closer he saw the dog outside the elevator before he pressed the up button!
Report Post »Ashley
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 9:48amThis was an accident! Accidents happen. The guy was clearly upset. When things like this happen, it is like watching “in slow motion”, even though it is happening quickly. You want to do something, but realize you don’t have time and cannot. The owner didn’t realize this was going to happen. He probably thought his dog would get on the elevator on time. Or, perhaps, the dog wouldn’t move . . . dogs can be stubborn, especially if they are distracted by something. People should not be so judgmental. Give the guy a break.
Report Post »piper60
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 9:29amIf you cannot pay enough attention to your dog, which IS A LIVING BEING, to be sure that he is INSIDE the elevator when you go in………….either don’t have a dog, or don’t take him out with you. Period.
Report Post »DrFrost
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 10:33amBe sure the gun is always unloaded. Be sure to check and replace your brake pads properly. Check your tires to make sure they in good shape prior to entering the car EVERY TIME. Always make sure there’s nothing behind the car. Always review your prescriptions for dangerous interactions. Always use a seat belt. Always use more caution when driving in the rain. Always look both ways before crossing the street. Never drive when you’re tired. Never drive when you’ve been drinking. Always read the entire instruction manual before use. Never remove this label! Don’t consume more calories than you need. Never drink to excess. Don’t smoke. Con’t eat sweets. Brush and floss twice every day! Never exceed the posted speed limit. Never speed in a school zone. Always keep one car length for every 10 mph between you and the car in front of you.
Do I need to go on?
Everyone makes mistakes. I love pets as much as the next guy, but I think you should save your self righteous anger for the person who forgets their baby in the car in 100 degree weather.
Report Post »Ohsure
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 2:49pmBased on the ignorance of your answer, I’m guessing you like the OWS movement, too.
Report Post »crackerone
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 9:26amMitt Romney?
Report Post »bucklywheat
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 9:20amIt was an ACCIDENT! Give the guy a break…he’s remorseful enough. He probably was thinking about something or just woke up.
Report Post »Mizurax
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 9:52amHe’s a moron.
Report Post »USPATRIOT101
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 9:17amThis man doesn’t deserve to own an animal. This dog trusts him to take care of him keep him safe. Moron.
Report Post »Ohsure
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 2:53pmEver have one of your kids trip and get hurt while walking with you? If I were to apply your logic to this situation, your child should be taken away from you because you are a little slow on the thinking power.
Report Post »Jenny Lind
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 9:16amI think the internet has been a little too busy into peoples lives. When we all are perfect and never, ever make any mistakes then we can judge his heart. Stuff happens in our lives that we all regret-this isn’t a hanging offense folks.
Report Post »Johnny Cocheroo
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 10:21amAgree.
Everyone makes mistakes – luckily, this guy & his dog just have a embarrassing story – not a heartbreak.
My dog would have been having steak dinner that night accompanied with his favorite game.
Report Post »USAMama
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 10:37am“And why do you look at the speck in your brothers eye, but do not consider the plank in your own eye?” (Matthew 7:3 NKJV)
I would be willing to bet many of these commenters have had a moment in their lives they thank God there wasn’t a video camera watching! Who knows what was on the guys mind, a lost loved one, a pending divorce, loss of a job- whatever, we don’t know nor is it our business. But we‘ve all had those moments I’m sure.
Report Post »Anonymous T. Irrelevant
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 9:15amIt’s a good thing he used a cheap leash.
Report Post »USAMama
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 10:42amAmen to that! Proof dogs have Guardian Angels too!
Report Post »rotcarpenter
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 9:09amI bet that guy voted for Obama. Twice.
Report Post »Darla_K
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 9:01amPoor dog. What was the owner thinking? Probably stuck on stupid me thinks.
Report Post »123456beatriz
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 9:00amThe OWNER is a GUEVON!
Report Post »4xeverything
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 8:56amThe man was obviously distracted by his own thoughts. How many times have you seen footage of people walking into poles or falling off of train platforms because they weren’t paying attention? If this simple mistake is enough for people to want to take this man’s dog from him then I say anyone who has ever mistakenly hurt themselves should be put into an institution to keep them safe from themselves.
Report Post »THX-1138
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 8:56amMedical Marijuana?
Report Post »cherylinva
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 8:50amNot sure why he would press the button when the dog was not in the elevator yet?????
Report Post »Physicist_In_Training
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 1:25pmHabit, I would guess…frequently repeated simple actions become very automatic. Get in the car, put on seatbelt, push in clutch, pop into first, turn key in ignition…I do all those things within a matter of a few seconds without even thinking about it when I get into my car now, and I remember very clearly having to think through each step when I was 16 and just learning. And that‘s just one everyday example out of hundreds that I’m sure exist. If you‘re walking toward an elevator that you ride up every day and you know which floor you’re going to and right where the button is, chances are you’re very used to getting in pushing the button without thinking about it. Watch next time you ride an elevator. Most people don‘t wait til everyone is in or the door is closed before they punch their floor’s button.
Report Post »SpankDaMonkey
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 8:47am.
Report Post »Had a buddy of mine tie his dog to the trailer hitch of his truck. Only problem it was not his truck….
Jackie Rogers, Jr.
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 8:45amThis is slightly off topic, but I will never insert my arm or leg between elevator doors that are closing. If the sensors, which those rubber appendages are supposed to activate, are not working, you’re in a lot of trouble. I just recently read about a woman in New York who was killed in this manner.
Report Post »Johnny Cocheroo
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 10:29amOnly took my fingers being pinched to learn that machines aren’t friendly.
Read a story about some elevator maintenance being performed. Elevator was on the bottom floor being worked on, another worker opened the top for a second & turned their back. A resident walked right into the opening & fell to their death. Pays to be aware.
Also – all elevators are equipped with lasers now. Rubbers are on the out. Same theory though – stick your arm through an opening to stop a slab of steel from shutting.
Report Post »ThePostman
Posted on January 26, 2012 at 8:35amIdiots are everywhere.
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