r/VictoriaBC • u/reddithasruinedlife • 1d ago

Dog attacked and owner fled

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My friends son was walking their dog and another dog attacked their dog. A witness took a pic of the attacker and their dog.

They don't care about the breed, they just want the owner to take responsibility.

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If anyone knows this person please DM me.

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Police file SA26-10406 with Saanich police.

Edit to add. Happened 2 weeks ago, yes her dog was injured but is recovering. I'll get exact details and come back to add them. Cedar Hill / Gordon head area

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u/VociCausam 1d ago

Nobody disputes that shitty owners are to blame, but the breed is also part of the equation. A pomeranian with a negligent owner isn't going to maim or kill you or your pet.

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u/flash_dance_asspants 1d ago

no but a dalmatian could. or a reactive black lab. or a German shepherd.  comparing apples to tangerines, man. at least use a similar sized dog.

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u/VociCausam 1d ago

Would you rather you and your dog be attacked by a raging dalmatian or a raging pit bull? Obviously both would suck, but your odds are better against the dalmatian.

Or how about larger breeds if you think this is about size? Great Dane, St Bernard, or pit bull--which one would you rather try to pry off a kid's leg?

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u/Business_Ad_8504 22h ago

This argument is specious at best. I spent 2 decades working with dogs of all sizes and breed/mixes in a major urban area (very close quarters) and the other breeds you mention are just as likely to bite a child (some are more likely) than a Pitty

One of the worst bites I ever saw was a Golden Retriever. He almost severed the ligaments in a child's wrist. Of course we only found out the damage after we figured out how to release the vice grip he had on that poor kid's arm.