A local woman is recovering after being knocked to the ground and injured by an unregistered dog while walking her dachshund in Caboolture.
This incident marks the latest in a string of dog attacks across Australia, raising concerns about public safety and responsible pet ownership.
On Sunday morning, Lee-Anne Shaw was walking her dog, Chelsea, when a dog, identified as an American Staffordshire cross named Loki, jumped the fence of its property and charged at them. The force of the attack knocked Ms Shaw to the ground, where she sustained injuries. She feared for the safety of her small dog, Chelsea, who narrowly escaped serious harm.
The dog’s owner, Jerimie Tipler, expressed remorse over the incident but maintained that his two-year-old dog was not dangerous and was merely reacting to the presence of another dog near his fence. However, City of Moreton Bay Council officers swiftly seized Loki and discovered the dog was unregistered.
Council officers are investigating the incident and have confirmed a zero-tolerance approach to serious dog attacks. The outcome of the investigation will determine what further action will be taken regarding Loki.
This attack comes on the heels of several other disturbing incidents across the country. Last Wednesday, a pet dog was fatally mauled during a walk in Carindale, Brisbane. Three dogs attacked a woman in Melbourne on Thursday, leaving her with critical injuries. And on Friday, a Townsville man’s dog severely injured his arm.
These incidents highlight the need for responsible pet ownership and raise questions about community safety. Ms Shaw believes that large, unrestrained dogs pose a significant threat and advocates for stronger measures to protect the public.
Published Date 14-October-2024
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