What Can A Dog Warden Do About A Dog Attack?

[anthro-nerd]

My dog was attacked by a staffie, the police aren't interested as I didn't get bit. It was completely unprovoked, my dogs were on the other side of the street, both on lead, not barking, literally sniffing a bush. His dog had no lead or collar and was on the opposite side of the street. It bee-lined towards us and attacked.

The police warden is investigating today... but what power do they actually have?

[Ellipsis]

More detail even further down that page:

http://www.petwave.com/Dogs/Breeds/Staffordshire-Bull-Terrier/Personality.aspx
Dog aggression is very common in adult Staffords. If they think another dog is challenging them, they will not hesitate to engage. Socializing your puppy to understand canine manners can help, but it's best to keep your Stafford on a leash at all times, and at home his yard should be fenced. The leash and fence will also help keep your Stafford from taking off after birds, squirrels, rabbits and cats, which they love to chase.

[Gherkins]

I find it is how one trains the dog that is essential. Especially at the early stages of development. I also find those who commonly own Staffordshires do not have the tendencys to train their dog at this critical time.

[anthro-nerd]

Pupdate: The dog warden came round last night, she was brilliant and said 'like a dog with a bone' she wont give up til she gets justice, but suspects the owner gave his dog the command to attack my boy - considering they were behind us on the other side of the road, and he took his sweet time coming over to release his dog. How awful, I didn't even consider this was an actual thing? She said it happens more often than you think. :-(

My MP was useless, but the police are being more cooperative since hearing I'm covering in bruises. The whole thing was so violent. I have an appointment tomorrow at the station to make a statement.

Willis and Honey are both doing great! We've been on two dog walks since (with friends) and they're both doing well. Willis' wounds are healing nicely too.

I organise group dog walks, and although nervous, I will go ahead with the one on Sunday as planned. I let the group know of the attack, and two women with staffies have come forward to say they're happy to do an informal introduction with their two lovely dogs before the walk, to prove not all staffies are bad! How lovely and understanding is that?

I'm determined not to let one irresponsible thug ruin the lives of my 2 beautiful dogs. It's unfortunate staffies have such a bad name, but its the owners that make a dangerous dog at the end of the day. Baldric, I have no doubt your dogs are wonderfuland that you are a wonderful owner. All dogs need a strong leader and your military experience no doubt benefits them!

Thank you everyone for the ongoing support!

[dannyk13]

Glad you have had a satisfactory outcome.

[hereIam]

Ellipsis at 20:45, totally agree with you. I always give a staffy I don't know a wide berth when out with my dog, I just don't trust them. They frequently attack other dogs as reported often in the press. I am not alone with this thinking in my local park either, where sweet family pets have been attacked by them over time. This is my last post on the matter as I know staffy owners will disagree and I can't be bothered with their near sightedness where these often vicious dogs are concerned.

[dannyk13]

https://list25.com/25-most-dangerous-dog-breeds/5/
The Staffie is not on the list.

[Ellipsis]

It's not surprising that the Staffie would not be on a list of the most dangerous dog breeds to humans. As has been stated numerous times, Staffies are good with humans but have a reputation for being aggressive with other dogs. The link you posted earlier makes this clear, dannyk13:

> http://www.petwave.com/Dogs/Breeds/Staffordshire-Bull-Terrier/Personality.aspx

[dunnitall]

IMO it isn't A dog it is the owner! A dog any dog is only as good, obedient or otherwise through its owner. NEVER EVER blame the animal. If a dog is not compliant to it's owners wishes/training it is entirely IMO the owners fault as kids reflect the owners attitude.

Get it together...those who don't train their animals or kids don't have a say in society, unfortunately we see too many who don't give a tinkers cuss.... And their kids or animals end up as 'bad'. Poor bbbbstrds.... We know where the blame lies.... Pity not more is done to curtail their activities.

[anthro-nerd]

dunnitall I would agree, but the more people I hear saying their dog was attacked by staffies, the more difficult to think it's JUST the owner.

To explain, I have two terriers, they both like the sound of their own voice - a typical terrier trait. I have trained them to be quiet, but that doesn't stop them from yapping sometimes! So surely it has to be the same with staffies... yes you can have a great owner but if they have a tendency to be dog aggressive... then how much can the owner always control? I do agree some owners exploit this trait though, giving staffies a worse name that what's necessarily fair.