Off-leash dogs aren’t just a nuisance – they can be downright dangerous. That’s the message one Lynchburg woman is hoping to spread following a tragic attack on her pet. The incident occurred in December, when her beloved pet dog was attacked while on a walk around the neighborhood. A brown dog without a leash or owner in sight came up to the woman’s little bichon frise and bit it on the neck. Sadly, the pup’s neck was broken in the incident. Though the owner rushed the dog to the veterinarian for emergency care, the dog was pronounced dead shortly after.
Whether a human or a beloved pet is attacked, an unleashed dog is undeniably dangerous. That’s why leash laws exist. In Lynchburg, it’s illegal for a dog to roam free, even if it has its shots and is licensed. Police and animal control can seize a dog they spot running off leash and impound the animal. Though this happens frequently, they can’t be everywhere at once – inevitably, a dog gets off leash and attacks.
Pet owners should be concerned about leash laws – not only do they ensure your dog won’t be randomly attacked by a strange dog, they also protect your pup from being impounded. Even better, leash laws discourage pet owners from letting their dog roam free and potentially getting hit by a car.
Dog owners should always leash their dogs when not inside their own fenced yard or within a dog park. Why risk your beloved pet’s life – or freedom – when a leash is such a viable option?
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