Tom Parker Bowles

Yes I saw the headline, shocking! Obviously not as shocking as a dog attacking a human. Smaller dogs are nevertheless vulnerable to these huge aggressive beasts, are they even legal? Should have been muzzled. Owners have to fork out astronomical vets fees when their pets are savaged by such an uncontrollable animal, the owners often walk off without offering any assistance.

tbh, he should have picked his dog up very quickly as soon as he spotted the other dog!

I have distanced myself from a family member due to them having an XL Bully. I feel bad and sad, but I do not think they should be in family homes with children. Thank goodness my AC have more sensible dog choices.

Apparently the dog is soft and silly…

In my local area we had a recent incident in the park where a Pomeranian tied to a pushchair was torn apart by a bully dog. The Police not interested so nothing appears to have been done about this.

A few years ago elder son’s mother in law was walking two little Pomeranians in a London park. One of those dreadful dogs leapt over a wall and savaged one dog and killed the other. It also badly bit the m in law’s legs. The owner was taken to court and fined but never paid up. The remaining little dog was never the same again and was left with a badly damaged jaw.

Nannylovesshopping

tbh, he should have picked his dog up very quickly as soon as he spotted the other dog!

Victim blaming!

He should be able to walk his dog without having to worry about these out of control vicious breeds.

Maybe he, TPB, should have picked his dog up, possibly he didn't think fast enough or realise the danger until he was in that moment. Imo the onus should be on the owner of this breed he/she must have had some insight into its behaviour. Muzzled! The owner is culpable they should be prosecuted, a dog of that nature is not safe.

I thought these dogs had to be certified as 'safe' by a vet and always muzzled when out.

I always avoid other dogs when walking my little pooch, whether on or off lead. You never know which dog is safe or not.

We’ve had a few episodes with large dogs ‘wanting to play’ . No Thankyou.

Nannylovesshopping

tbh, he should have picked his dog up very quickly as soon as he spotted the other dog!

Easy to be wise after the event

Sago

Nannylovesshopping

tbh, he should have picked his dog up very quickly as soon as he spotted the other dog!

Victim blaming!

He should be able to walk his dog without having to worry about these out of control vicious breeds.

Yes, I was astonished when I read Nannylovesshopping's post!

If the owner can't control these vicious dogs they should not be allowed out.

This happened on Kensington High Street!

As for picking his dog up - why? A dog owner should be able to walk a dog along a busy street without fear of it being attacked by an out-of-control, huge, vicious dog. That could have been a small child which annoyed the attacker.

I hope Maud will recover well after her ordeal.

From what l've read the Jack Russell was attacked by a Cane Corso. Both dogs were on leads. Cane Corsos are not XL Bullies and there is no requirement for them to be licenced or muzzled. There are tens of thousands of large breed mastiff/bullies in the UK. Maybe all dogs should be muzzled in public places.

TerriBull

Yes I saw the headline, shocking! Obviously not as shocking as a dog attacking a human. Smaller dogs are nevertheless vulnerable to these huge aggressive beasts, are they even legal? Should have been muzzled. Owners have to fork out astronomical vets fees when their pets are savaged by such an uncontrollable animal, the owners often walk off without offering any assistance.

Otherwise, lets stay with the facts of this incident.

Yes, large dogs should be muzzled.

According to TPB it was a cane corso, which is not a banned or restricted breed, not a bulldog breed, not an "AL Bully". CC can weigh up to 50 kg, not "10 stone " or "15 stone" as reported in tabloids.

TPB said he did not want the owner prosecuted or the dog destroyed.

TPB said his dogs vet treatment is fully covered by his pet insurance.

I had not read the entire report. I knew the dog was a Cane Corso, they look massive. I don't agree all dogs should be muzzled, only those who may be unpredictable and have a meancing appearance. Not a dog owner, but don't dogs sweat through panting, so to an extent muzzling must inhibit that function and make them uncomfortable, the majority of dogs aren't the problem. I don't know why anyone would want to own a breed like a Cain Corso

Sago

Nannylovesshopping

tbh, he should have picked his dog up very quickly as soon as he spotted the other dog!

Victim blaming!

He should be able to walk his dog without having to worry about these out of control vicious breeds.

Indeed, Sago.

To be honest, Nannylovesshopping, perhaps he didn’t see the dog until it was too late, plus an aggressive, solid, large dog approaching you at speed must be quite terrifying.

No, let’s not blame the victims here, but put the blame where it squarely belongs - with the irresponsible owners of these awful dogs.

I know of a rescue that has an XL Bully and she has a large muzzle that allows her to pant. I think dogs lose heat through their pads. When cooling a dog down in hot weather it's important to cool their feet not pour cold water over their bodies [which is what I used to do].

Sago

Nannylovesshopping

tbh, he should have picked his dog up very quickly as soon as he spotted the other dog!

Victim blaming!

He should be able to walk his dog without having to worry about these out of control vicious breeds.

Because of all these out of control dogs, surely obvious thing to do is pick up your dog preventing god knows what…. This is what I do and I have a fat spaniel, just common sense, and new for me, never been called a victim blamer before…

As a semi-professional dog trainer - DH’s advice was not to pick up your dog. It’s a natural reaction, but you run the risk of being attacked too.

The blame lies with the out of control animal and its owner.

My daughter and SiL have a Cane Corso. He was a rescue dog and was found as a stray in a terrible state. If they hadn't rehomed him - and were only allowed to do so after a very rigorous and thorough vetting process - he would have been put to sleep. He is a lovely natured boy who just wants to be around 'his' people and loves cuddles. Being responsible dog owners, however, he is always muzzled and on the lead when they take him out.

A dreadful situation and I hope that Maud makes a full recovery. His main aim was to get his dog to the Vet asap so did not stop to get details from the dog walkers. He must have been in shock himself and very scared for Maud.

TerriBull

I had not read the entire report. I knew the dog was a Cane Corso, they look massive. I don't agree all dogs should be muzzled, only those who may be unpredictable and have a meancing appearance. Not a dog owner, but don't dogs sweat through panting, so to an extent muzzling must inhibit that function and make them uncomfortable, the majority of dogs aren't the problem. I don't know why anyone would want to own a breed like a Cain Corso

Wearing an appropriately sized basket muzzle a dog can isn't, drink water and accept treats. Dogs trained to wear muzzles don't display any discomfort.

Isn't = pant

Georgesgran

As a semi-professional dog trainer - DH’s advice was not to pick up your dog. It’s a natural reaction, but you run the risk of being attacked too.

The blame lies with the out of control animal and its owner.

As a semi-professional dog trainer - DH’s advice was not to pick up your dog. It’s a natural reaction, but you run the risk of being attacked too.
I would have thought that was obvious and sensible.

The blame lies with the out of control animal and its owner.
Of course it does.

Well said, Georgesgran.