Overview
- On November 3 on Anchor Street, a dog described as an XL Bully allegedly attacked Paul Ogden’s 13-year-old Jack Russell, Max, during an evening walk.
- Witnesses described a grey dog with white facial markings being walked by four teenagers, and the owner says the youths swore at him and offered no help.
- Max received emergency treatment at Vets Now in Meir Park for bruising, swelling and ear cuts, with vets warning a lower bite could have been fatal and an initial bill of about £430 mostly covered by insurance.
- Reporters note a separate attack on November 21 between Speedwall Street and Albert Street by a similarly described ‘Pitbull-type’ dog, suggesting a possible link that has not been confirmed.
- Max is recovering at home but remains nervous, and his owners urge muzzles and competent handling for powerful dogs as Staffordshire Police have been approached for comment without a published response.