Tech XX has Passed Away?!

[Dawgmatic]

Here's Uncle Donald's take on it that may give you idea as to what happened.

"Some of you may know that Dr. Sexton is my nephew; I have not talked to him directly, but I suspect that it did not take him long to figure out what happened and took until today to get the kid to admit it. I feel sure it was a negligence on the part of the kid by leaving the dog alone…. and especially, for too long … very likely talking to his girlfriend … or playing some video game….huh?"

Who is Uncle Donald?

[DONW]

Who is Uncle Donald?

Donald's sister is Sexton's mother.

[Dawgmatic]

It may be that this much detail into their lineage published on the world wide web was not necessary. You may want to edit some of that. Just saying.

[Sw]

This is a tragic event and we are all hurt. I feel especially bad because I buried my own family dog last week, and this really hits home. The fact is that I have known Patrick Sexton for several years, and I know he must feel terrible about this situation. He is a good man and an excellent vet. This was a tragic mistake by an employee who then panicked and made the situation much worse. It is a tragic loss, but we must take a breath and let time heal.

[Dawgmatic]

This is a tragic event and we are all hurt. I feel especially bad because I buried my own family dog last week, and this really hits home. The fact is that I have known Patrick Sexton for several years, and I know he must feel terrible about this situation. He is a good man and an excellent vet. This was a tragic mistake by an employee who then panicked and made the situation much worse. It is a tragic loss, but we must take a breath and let time heal.

Bless your heart.

[DFWDawg]

This whole situation is disappointing and very sad. All of us have made mistakes. Assuming the employee of the vet is a good person I am sure this is weighing heavy on them. When I was young I made bad decisions and overreacted the wrong way to things I should have handled better. This person is probably overwhelmed. Just keep things in perspective. I'm sure it was an honest mistake and a wrong reaction to something that must have seemed magnitudes in proportion.

[tech_dawg_fan]

I've tried to stay out of this convo since day one. Claiborne Animal Clinic lost our Boston Terrier in the exact same way it happened at Sexton's clinic. Her life might have been just as nice as Tech XX's. At least there is some form of closure. Our dog was never found, so we were basically left to wonder. From personal experience, I know that Sexton's clinic will have an insurance policy to cover this, but insurance companies are never in a hurry. It would probably be next year until Tech is reimbursed. I don't think finding enough donations to replace him will be a problem, but we should act fast to find a replacement before the A&M game. Despite the amount of care he provided for XX, Dr. Sexton is automatically ruled out of contention for the next one. Also, I know his clinic will be hurt from the negative press that is bound to continue from this, so we should just let it play out instead of demanding for his head on a pike when he was on vacation at the time. The employee, on the other hand, should be prosecuted or at least be held libel to a civil suit. Tech XXI and after should be taken care of by a student organization. At TAMU, Reveille is taken care of by the Cadets. Maybe SGA could have a mascot committee or create a whole new organization. We also need some area similar to UGA's that would provide proper care for this high-risk breed.

[Choudawg86]

I understand that Dr Sexton didn't actually let the dog out; that it was an employee. Here's the problem wI have with not assigning any blame to Dr. Sexton. Would this person have been so negligent if they knew that letting Tech out was not accepted? There have been many reports, and I have seen myself firsthand, how they routienly let Tech wander out of the clinic with no supervision. In my opinion, people will act how they think you will allow them to act. Dr. Sexton obviously allowed this negligence to happen while he was there, so naturally those employed by him had no problem with following SOP when he was gone. He fostered this lackadasical environment, so is equally culpable in all but the cover up. In my opinion.

my wife told me this afternoon that she has seen a Bulldog walking over by Terzia's alone before. My lab is real good about not leaving the yard and getting in the road, but, i'll be damned if i'm gonna leave her out there on faith. Same with LT, he may have never been an issue but unless he's watched all the time, its not "if" it will happen, its only "when?".

[okiealdawg]

Poor XX - really sad news. I agree that we should find someone else to care for XXI.

[Champ967]

The mob is out again. I have now had to stand up against the mob for Tiger Woods and his family, Joe Paterno and now, my very good friend, Patrick Sexton. I really didn't like the first two, but I'm telling you, Patrick Sexton loved that dog with all he had, he is a damned good vet and has a wonderful family. I can't imagine why we can't have sympathy for him, but I really can't understand why you would want to hurt him and his family financially.

Geeze you guys can piss me off at times.

Patrick Sexton is a good man and a good friend. You all can kiss my ass.

Anger is a natural reaction to loss. Before your post, he was no more than a name to me.

Thanks for the perspective.

[mikedog]

Anger is a natural reaction to loss. Before your post, he was no more than a name to me.

Thanks for the perspective.

Champ--I'm glad to see you come around. However, for future reference, there are always people on the other sides of names--whether you know them personally or not. I just hope Dr. Sexton doesn't read BBB. Over the last couple of days, I've seriously considered walking away from this board for good. The behavior of many regular BBB posters to this tragic event has been eye-opening to say the least.

[StrayDawg]

I've tried to stay out of this convo since day one. Claiborne Animal Clinic lost our Boston Terrier in the exact same way it happened at Sexton's clinic. Her life might have been just as nice as Tech XX's. At least there is some form of closure. Our dog was never found, so we were basically left to wonder. From personal experience, I know that Sexton's clinic will have an insurance policy to cover this, but insurance companies are never in a hurry. It would probably be next year until Tech is reimbursed. I don't think finding enough donations to replace him will be a problem, but we should act fast to find a replacement before the A&M game. Despite the amount of care he provided for XX, Dr. Sexton is automatically ruled out of contention for the next one. Also, I know his clinic will be hurt from the negative press that is bound to continue from this, so we should just let it play out instead of demanding for his head on a pike when he was on vacation at the time. The employee, on the other hand, should be prosecuted or at least be held libel to a civil suit. Tech XXI and after should be taken care of by a student organization. At TAMU, Reveille is taken care of by the Cadets. Maybe SGA could have a mascot committee or create a whole new organization. We also need some area similar to UGA's that would provide proper care for this high-risk breed.

I think Tech XX was owned by the SGA. But, your point is well taken...things have to improve.

The University of Georgia has had a live bulldog mascot since 1956, and they are only on their 8th dog (UGA VIII). Since we are about to get our 21st iteration of "Tech", it's pretty obvious that we have to do some things much better going forward.

[Ktulu7]

I'm sure this really upsets Dr. Sexton as well. He may have not been a Tech fan, but that dog was part of his family, AND he probably feels embarassed on top of his sadness. Here's a good pic of our ol' buddy Tech XX.
LaTech_Dog2.jpg

[BhadDawg]

Champ--I'm glad to see you come around. However, for future reference, there are always people on the other sides of names--whether you know them personally or not. I just hope Dr. Sexton doesn't read BBB. Over the last couple of days, I've seriously considered walking away from this board for good. The behavior of many regular BBB posters to this tragic event has been eye-opening to say the least.

Guys, I don't post much here on the board, but I read it almost everyday and I have for years and yes, the last couple of days postings have been eye opening to say the least.

Champ, I believe you are right that anger is a natural reaction to loss and hopefully time will make some of our posters rethink their remarks. There is more than enough anger and sadness to go around and i am sure Dr. Sexton is overwhelmed by both right now. I don't know the Doc, but if he is like most vets, he is a caring soul who cares as much for animals as anyone and would give almost anything to turn back time if he could prevent this tradgedy.

I think a lot of peoples anger let them put their mouths or fingers rather, in gear before theyre brains and common sense could be engaged. There were a lot people who were quick to judge and comment, some of it justified though, before they new all the facts.

[Dawgmatic]

I think Tech XX was owned by the SGA. But, your point is well taken...things have to improve.

The University of Georgia has had a live bulldog mascot since 1956, and they are only on their 8th dog (UGA VIII). Since we are about to get our 21st iteration of "Tech", it's pretty obvious that we have to do some things much better going forward.

This. We have to do it all different from here out. This does not happen at other universities.