Bachelor Nation brace yourselves because this is a tough one. Sean Lowe you know the super nice guy from 'The Bachelor' and his wife Catherine Giudici just went through something seriously scary. Their rescue dog Moose well he attacked Sean. And it wasn't just once it happened twice in less than 24 hours. Let's get into what went down because it is definitely a story you need to hear .
From Backyard BBQ to Emergency Room Nightmare: How a Smoke Alarm Triggered a Terrifying Dog Attack
Picture this Sean is having a chill BBQ with friends at their Dallas home. Catherine and the kids are out shopping everything is normal. Then bam the smoke alarm goes off because of a little BBQ smoke drifting inside. Totally understandable right?
Sean grabs a dish rag like anyone would to fan the smoke away. And that is when things went sideways FAST. Their rescue boxer Moose who they adopted just three months earlier suddenly snapped. Sean says Moose started nipping at the rag then got super aggressive biting his finger. Weird but okay dogs play bite sometimes. But it escalated like crazy.
Moose started going for Sean's feet biting so hard he put holes in Sean's shoes and was actually hurting him. Sean told Moose "NO" firmly but then Moose showed his teeth and full-on ATTACKED. Sean described it as Moose "ripping into the flesh" of his arm. It was not a scared nip it was a serious attack. Sean was doing everything he could to fight the dog off to get him out of the house.
If that wasn't bad enough Moose came back for round two the very next morning. Sean was outside with his kids and parents getting ready to go out and Moose bolted out the front door lunging at him again. Another attack another arm ripped open. Sean had to wrestle this "explosive" dog to the ground and hold him there for TEN MINUTES until police arrived. Both attacks ended with Sean in the ER getting stitched up . Seriously scary stuff.
Why Did Moose Turn? Trauma Trigger and a Mystery
The big question is WHY? Moose was described as a "really really good dog" affectionate even sleeping with the Lowe kids at night. Sean is totally baffled saying "We’ve only had him for a little under 3 months but like he’s my dog." He walks Moose Moose follows him around it seemed like they had bonded.
Sean thinks something about the loud smoke alarm sound "flipped a switch" in Moose maybe triggering past trauma from before they adopted him. The animal adoption agency apparently did not know about any history like this. Sean is not blaming Moose saying "It wasn’t Moose’s fault. I think it’s clear he experienced a lot of trauma before we got him.” It’s heartbreaking because it sounds like Moose was genuinely a good dog until something set him off.
Family Fallout: Catherine Giudici's Heartbreak and a Tough Decision
Catherine Giudici Sean's wife is understandably "torn up about it" as Sean said in their video. She was tearful in the video Sean posted showing just how upsetting this whole ordeal is for their family. Imagine bringing a rescue dog into your home wanting to give it love and a good life and then this happening.
They had to make a tough decision fast. Sean knew they couldn't keep Moose in the house especially with their young children. He even said if Moose had attacked his kids or Catherine instead of him a 220-pound adult male it "would have killed them." That is a terrifying thought.
So what happened to Moose? Sean didn't say he was euthanized. He mentioned calling no-kill shelters and animal control and working to "figure this out" with the adoption agency. It sounds like they are trying to find Moose a safe place where he can get the help he needs and not be a danger to anyone else. It's a sad ending for what was supposed to be a happy rescue story.
Been There Before: Lowe Family's Past Dog Rehoming
This isn't the first time the Lowe family has had to make the difficult choice to rehome a dog for safety reasons. Back in 2023 their bull mastiff rescue Gus bit their son Samuel. Apparently Gus had shown signs of aggression before especially towards their daughter Mia and resource guarding. After Samuel got a staple in the head from the bite they knew they had to protect their kids.
Gus ended up going to live with their dog trainer which Sean said was "the best home" and that Gus was "doing great." It sounds like they learned a hard lesson about prioritizing their children's safety and being responsible pet owners even when it means saying goodbye to a dog they love.
Important Takeaways: What We Can Learn From Sean Lowe's Dog Attack Experience
This whole situation is definitely eye-opening and a reminder that even with the best intentions things with rescue animals can be unpredictable. Here are some key things to think about based on Sean and Catherine's experience:
- Rescue Dogs Can Have Unknown Histories: You might not always know the full story of a rescue dog's past trauma or triggers. Be extra cautious and observant especially in the initial months.
- Loud Noises Can Be Triggers: Sounds like smoke alarms thunderstorms or other loud noises can be serious triggers for some dogs especially those with unknown trauma. Be aware of potential triggers in your home and how your pet reacts.
- Prioritize Family Safety: As much as you love your pets your family's safety has to come first. Making the decision to rehome a dog that has shown aggression especially towards children is incredibly difficult but sometimes necessary and responsible.
- Seek Professional Help: If you are adopting a rescue dog work with experienced trainers and behaviorists who can help you understand the dog's behavior and identify potential issues early on. Sean mentioned getting advice from animal control which is also a good resource.
- It's Not Always Your Fault or the Dog's Fault: Sean Lowe is emphasizing that he doesn't blame Moose and recognizes the dog likely had a difficult past. Sometimes even with love and care things don't work out and it's a heartbreaking situation for everyone involved.
Sending Love to the Lowes: A Tough Lesson in Pet Ownership
Our hearts go out to Sean Catherine and their kids. This is a truly traumatic experience for any family especially animal lovers like them. It's a stark reminder that pet ownership comes with huge responsibilities and sometimes really tough decisions. Even when you think you are giving a dog a loving forever home things can go wrong in unexpected and scary ways. Let's hope Moose finds a place where he can be safe and happy and that the Lowe family can heal from this difficult ordeal.