Man Shoots Attacking Dog…Was He Justified?

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Man shoots attacking dog at Rocky River Metropark
Posted by Donna J. Miller/Plain Dealer Reporter December 30, 2008 20:09PM

A Metroparks visitor carrying a concealed gun fatally shot a rottweiler that attacked his leashed dog at Tyler Field off Valley Parkway.

Rangers spokeswoman Dianna Kall said this is what happened about 3:30 p.m. Saturday:

The armed man was walking his Labrador on a leash when the leashed rottweiler broke free from its owner and attacked. The two dog owners tried to separate the dogs. When pulling and kicking failed, the Labrador owner shot the rottweiler dead.

Rangers collected statements from the two men and five witnesses. They said the man with the guy was carrying it legally. Concealed carry is allowed in the Metroparks. Park Prosecutor Joe Feighan will decide whether charges will be filed.

The Labrador is recovering from its injuries.

Thanks to @Jeffr0 for the story!

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Jeffro2pt0
15 years ago

It's a tough call, but if left no other choice, I would rather see my dog live than die. Also, their is no telling what would have happened to me once the Rott decided to attack me rather than the dog. This entire situation is terrible but the results from the case and whether they decide to press charges on the man who shot the dog will be interesting.

Macy
15 years ago

Pulling and kicking? That is how someone communicates and handles dog situations? Oh, well, and a gun.

Jeffro2pt0
15 years ago

Just wanted to pass along that their has been an update to the story:

http://wtam.com/cc-common/news/sections/newsart

Looks like the only charge they could pursue is the one were the rottweiler owner failed to have his dog on a leash no longer than 8 feet in length. They say the misdemeanor will probably end in a fine.

Jeffro2pt0
15 years ago

Just wanted to pass along that their has been an update to the story:

http://wtam.com/cc-common/news/sections/newsart

Looks like the only charge they could pursue is the one were the rottweiler owner failed to have his dog on a leash no longer than 8 feet in length. They say the misdemeanor will probably end in a fine.

Gap0673
Gap0673
12 years ago

the owner of the Rottie is at fault for not controlling his dog properly. I have a Rottie and I am very careful when I walk him in different areas. I KEEP CONTROL OF MY DOG AT ALL TIMES!
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Amtraynort
Amtraynort
12 years ago

It is sad situation…I do not justify the killing of any animal, however, it was the Rotties owner who should have had control of his dog. The lab owner was protecting his dog…so it was self defense.
I know if anything (or anyone for that matter) attacked any of my dogs…it would end very badly for the other side. Feel sorry for the loss of the Rottie..I sure he was loved. Note to everyone…it is YOUR responsibility to socialize & train your dog & REMEMBER…you may treat you dog like a family member, BUT they are animals with animal instincts, & there will come times when their instincts will win.

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