Disabled woman and puppy attacked by dogs in Torquay

In Torquay, a distressing incident occurred when a disabled woman and her 11-month-old puppy were attacked by two uncontrolled dogs. The attack, which took place outside a block of flats, was partially captured on video. The dogs involved were a standard Bully named Boss and a Staffordshire Bull Terrier named Lola, both owned by neighbors Jane and Susan Potter. The victim suffered serious injuries, and her puppy, Salvatore, was also severely harmed during the attack. The veterinary costs for treating the injuries amounted to nearly £1,500. Following the incident, both Jane and Susan Potter pleaded guilty to the charges related to their dogs' behavior. They were given community orders that included rehabilitation days. The police confiscated the attacking dogs, and while Boss was later returned to Jane Potter, she received a warning and was advised on how to better control her pet. A dog control order was placed on Boss, requiring it to be kept on a lead and muzzled in public. The victim expressed her horror at the experience, describing the pain of seeing her puppy being attacked and the fear of being dragged to the ground. She noted that the dogs had previously been seen unsupervised in the shared area of her building, raising concerns about the owners' responsibility. The judge acknowledged the serious emotional and physical impact of the attack, despite the lack of prior incidents involving the dogs. This incident highlights the importance of responsible pet ownership and the potential consequences of failing to control aggressive animals in community settings.