A 3-year-old toddler has been mauled by his household’s pet XL bully.
The incident occurred at a property on Monday in Doncaster, when the canine sunk its enamel into his face whereas he was attempting to climb on the animal.
The canine was seized at 1.15pm and the boy was rushed to hospital for surgical procedure.
The animal was seized by police once they arrived on the scene and has been stored at some kennels whereas they perform an investigation.
Emma Cheney, South Yorkshire Police’s chief inspector, mentioned the XL bully is a registered animal however it’s nonetheless harmful.
She mentioned: ‘This family have acknowledged the change in legislation around the XL Bully and registered their dog, but this doesn’t take away the hazard that these dogs pose and why the ban has come into place.
‘All dogs could be aggressive; they’re animals, however some dogs have higher functionality to trigger hurt as a result of their measurement and power.
‘Children ought to by no means be unsupervised when with dogs, even household pets that you just consider “would never hurt” your youngsters.
‘A dog’s intuition to guard itself is to chew. Parents ought to guarantee youngsters study to respect a canine’s area and be inspired to have boundaries round feeding and resting occasions.’
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