Wow... I think there is something wrong with dogs these days. I have a Beagle that could destroy a brick house encased in steel in about three days. I think the dog has diamond serrated teeth. It's unreal.
Don't give up on riding. You probably know this already, but riding is a necessity of life. And that being said, I don't know where I would be in life if I didn't do that first trackday. I'm always looking out for better jobs (not that I'm going to find one around here) and try to make extra loot to keep my ride fresh and pick up more days on the track every season. It has saved my life in the street because I have slowed my butt down.
Well, I hate to hear about the situation you're in. From what Jack has said, the guy is missing out. Good luck and hope to see you on the track someday.
Oh, does Quaker Steak and Lube still do the bike night up that way? I had a friend that tried to get me to ride up there many times but never did and he's gone now. I try to do more things in life now that I didn't or couldn't do with him, or even things he maybe would have done if he were still with us. Anyway, good talking to you.
