In a harrowing incident, former ‘Bachelor’ star Sean Lowe was hospitalized twice within 12 hours after being attacked by his rescue dog, Moose.
The 41-year-old reality TV alum detailed the traumatic experience in a March 17 Instagram video alongside his wife, Catherine Giudici. “Our family has been through something pretty traumatic over the weekend,” he began, as Catherine sat tearfully beside him. “We’re torn up about it.”
The first attack occurred on March 13 during a backyard barbecue. When a smoke alarm inside the house was triggered by the cooking, Lowe attempted to silence it using a dish rag. This action agitated Moose, a Boxer they had adopted nearly three months prior, leading the dog to nip aggressively at Lowe’s hands and feet.
Lowe recounted that upon reprimanding Moose, the dog’s demeanor changed drastically: “He shows his teeth at me and just attacks me.” The situation escalated as Moose bit deeply into Lowe’s arm, causing severe injuries that required immediate medical attention. “I just see blood squirting,” Lowe recalled. “Thank god that my friends were there because they were able to rush me to the ER.”
After receiving stitches on multiple wounds, Lowe returned home to ensure the safety of his children—Samuel, 7; Isaiah, 6; and Mia, 5—by arranging for them to stay with his parents. However, as they were preparing to leave, Moose escaped from the backyard and launched a second attack.
“He’s ripped my arm open,” he said. “I’m fighting for my life here. I feel like if this dog gets up, he is going to kill me.” He managed to restrain Moose for about ten minutes until authorities arrived, but not before sustaining additional injuries that necessitated another trip to the emergency room for more stitches.
Despite the severity of the incidents, Lowe expressed empathy towards Moose, attributing the dog’s aggression to past traumas and possible neurological issues. He noted that prior to the attacks, Moose had been “just an affectionate, lovable Boxer.”
“It’s clear he experienced a lot of trauma before we got him and had something neurologically wrong with him,” Lowe reflected.
Acknowledging the potential danger Moose posed, especially to his young children, Lowe made the difficult decision to rehome the dog. He is currently collaborating with animal control and a no-kill shelter to find a suitable environment for Moose, stating that the dog can no longer be kept at their home.
This incident is not the family’s first experience with dog-related challenges. Previously, they had to rehome their Bullmastiff, Gus, after he bit their son Samuel, requiring a trip to the emergency room.
Reflecting on these events, Lowe expressed gratitude that his wife and children were unharmed during Moose’s attacks and praised Catherine for her unwavering support during his recovery. He concluded with a positive outlook, stating that from a psychological perspective, he believes he will be okay.
The Lowe family’s ordeal underscores the complexities and potential risks associated with rescuing animals with unknown histories.
While their commitment to providing a loving home is commendable, their experiences highlight the importance of thorough assessments and professional guidance when integrating rescue pets into households with young children.
