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Irish Independent
10 hours ago
- Irish Independent
Swift action of Louth dog wardens praised following XL Bully reports
Louth County Council dog wardens were praised for their response to reports of 'dangerous dogs' roaming in Muirhevnamor. Dundalk councillor, Kevin Meenan, had raised the issue last week, following a number of incidents in the area, including one where a dog reported to be an XL Bully, had run on to a public area where children had been playing. Speaking at the July meeting of Louth County Council, Cllr. Meenan said he 'wanted to praise the work of dog wardens' for their response to these incidents. "We had two issues, one involved an XL Bully and another breed. The dog wardens were very prompt in their actions, very swift, and great at communicating back about the action they had taken.' "It is not an easy job they do,' said Cllr. Meenan. 'It is a very difficult job they have, and they get a lot of abuse for what they do as well. I think it is important to acknowledge the work they do.' Director of Services at Louth County Council, David Hanratty, acknowledged the comments praising dog wardens 'and the tough job they do.'
Sunday World
2 days ago
- Sunday World
Pit bull-type dog that mauled woman in Cork was ‘beloved family pet'
It is likely that the woman will require plastic surgery once she has recovered from her injuries The dog at the centre of a Cork mauling was a family pet which was a pit bull cross-breed. The revelation came as a woman badly injured in the attack is recovering from surgery at Cork University Hospital (CUH). Her injuries, while not life threatening, have been described as serious as the dog was apparently able to knock her to the ground and repeatedly bite her head and upper body. It is likely that the woman, aged in her 30s, will require plastic surgery once she has recovered from her injuries. The incident occurred in a housing estate in the Ballyvolane area after 6pm on Friday, and the woman's desperate screams for help alerted local residents. Horrified locals tried to help the woman and attempted to fend off the enraged dog. The large animal had apparently knocked the woman to the ground and was attempting to maul her arms, face and head. Courageous locals rushed to the scene and tried to get the dog away from the woman and protect her from further injury. At least one other person suffered bite injuries as they bravely tried to protect the woman. Gardaí, supported by armed officers, attended the scene along with paramedics, dog control officers and a vet. The woman was brought to safety, and the animal was euthanised. Locals said the woman was left traumatised by the mauling. She was treated at the scene before being rushed by ambulance to CUH. A second individual who suffered bite injuries during the incident was treated at the scene but did not require hospitalisation. Gardaí are investigating the circumstances of the incident. The dog involved is understood to have been a beloved family pet and had never before displayed any aggressive traits. Locals were deeply shocked by the mauling. The area involved has a lot of children playing in greens and open areas. Ireland has witnessed a number of serious dog attacks over recent years. Two people, including a young baby, died in separate attacks in Waterford in 2021 and in Limerick in 2024. A young boy was left with serious facial injuries after he was attacked by an XL Bully dog in Wexford in 2022. A woman narrowly escaped fatal injuries in Cork in 2016 when she was attacked by her partner's bull terrier and surgeons subsequently had to fight to save her arm. XL Bullys were effectively outlawed each year, with owners required to surrender their animals or apply for special permission to keep them. A pit bull type dog. Stock image Today's News in 90 Seconds - July 20th
Irish Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Irish Daily Mirror
Woman rushed to hospital after dog attack as Gardai investigate
A young woman is recovering in hospital after suffering 'serious injuries' in a horrific dog attack at a property in Cork last night. The incident took place in the Glenfields Park area of Ballyvolane at approximately 7.30pm on Friday evening, when Gardai were alerted to a dog attack. Gardai were joined by ambulance service personnel at the scene, where it was reported that a dog - understood to be an American Bully-type crossbreed - attacked the woman and caused injuries which are understood to be serious. CorkBeo reports that the woman, who is aged in her 30s, was rushed to Cork University Hospital for treatment, while the dog involved was subsequently destroyed by a vet. "Gardaí were alerted to an incident involving a dog that occurred at a residential property in the Ballyvolane area of Cork, on Friday, 18th July 2025," a spokesperson for An Garda Siochana said. "A woman, aged in her 30s, was been taken to Cork University Hospital for medical treatment. "The dog involved was subsequently euthanised by a vet. Inquires are ongoing." Speaking to the publication, one resident described the dog as being a "big, bully type crossbreed" but insisted that it was a family pet who had never previously displayed aggressive behaviour. Stock image of XL Bully dog (Image: Getty) The incident is the latest in a string of serious dog attacks across the country in recent years. Since the Irish Government made the decision to introduce a new law which outlawed the ownership of designated 'dangerous dogs' without a certificate of exemption, dozens of such canines have been surrendered to local authorities. The decision was prompted by a number of high-profile attacks by XL Bully dogs. From October 2024, it became illegal to import, breed, rehome or resell an XL Bully dog. For more of the latest breaking news from the Irish Mirror check out our homepage by clicking here
Sunday World
3 days ago
- Sunday World
Woman rushed to hospital after being mauled by dog in Cork
The large animal had apparently knocked the woman to the ground and was attempting to maul her arms, face and head. A WOMAN has been hospitalised after a dog attack in Cork. The woman suffered serious injuries after being attacked by the dog in the Ballyvolane area around 6pm on Friday. The incident occurred in a housing estate and the woman's screams for help alerted local residents. Horrified residents desperately tried to help the woman, aged in her 30s, and attempted to fend off the dog. The large animal had apparently knocked the woman to the ground and was attempting to maul her arms, face and head. Courageous locals rushed to the scene and tried to get the dog away from the woman and protect her from further injury. At least one other person suffered bite injuries as they bravely tried to protect the woman. Gardaí, supported by armed officers, attended the scene along with paramedics and dog control officers. The animal was brought under control and removed from the estate. The injured woman was treated at the scene before being rushed by ambulance to Cork University Hospital (CUH). She is being treated for serious injuries and is expected to undergo emergency surgery. The other individual who suffered bite injuries during the incident was treated at the scene but did not require hospitalisation. An investigation into the precise circumstances of the incident is now underway. It is unclear precisely what breed of dog was involved in the attack. Ireland has witnessed a number of serious dog attacks over recent years. Two people, including a young baby, died in separate maulings in Waterford in 2021 and in Limerick in 2024. A young boy was left with serious facial injuries after he was attacked by an XL Bully dog in Wexford in 2022. A woman narrowly escaped fatal injuries in Cork in 2016 when she was attacked by her partner's bull terrier and surgeons had to fight to save her arm. The involvement of the XL Bully breed in a number of serious dog attacks in both Ireland and Europe prompted special control measures to be introduced for the breed. Stock image Today's News in 90 Seconds - July 19th
Powys County Times
3 days ago
- Powys County Times
'Dangerous' Powys XL Bully dog Bruce will be destroyed
A DANGEROUS dog will be destroyed after a court heard he had been 'weaponised' by his owner. Bruce, a four-year-old XL Bully type dog, was ordered to be put down by magistrates sitting in Llandrindod Wells this week, due to being 'very dangerous'. In cases of this type, Dyfed Powys Police usually applies for a contingent destruction order – meaning the threat of destruction hangs over the owner if they cannot keep their dog under proper control. However, Nia Jones, prosecuting the case on behalf of the force, said there were 'real concerns' about Bruce, who she said had been 'weaponised' by owner Chelsea Young. Young, 28, argued that Bruce 'doesn't deserve to die' and that the only reason she is alive today is because he came to her rescue in January this year when she got into an argument with an ex-boyfriend. 'We are applying for a destruction order for the dog, which we don't usually do,' Ms Jones told magistrates in the spa town on Tuesday, July 15. 'We would normally ask for a contingent destruction order. But this dog is very dangerous, is out of control and the respondent is not a responsible dog owner.' Ms Jones said Bruce was seized by authorities in January following an attack on a male at Young's Pen-y-Bryn home in Ystradgynlais, with two previous incidents reported in December last year. 'Police don't feel there's any other option,' added Ms Jones. 'There have been three recent incidents. On January 27 a victim, an ex-partner, alleged she (Young) set the dog on him. 'An argument began and she called Bruce, he ran towards the victim, summonsed by her; he panicked and tried to leave. 'The dog bit viciously at his legs and was trying to jump and bite his neck area. The victim went to hospital with leg injuries and was referred to a specialist plastic surgeon. 'The victim said Chelsea Young is a crack cocaine user, who leads a chaotic lifestyle, fuelled by drugs and criminality. 'He told police that something needs to be done (about Bruce) before someone is killed. She weaponises the dog.' Ms Jones said that Young had another dog, called Ruby, with the victim claiming she uses the dogs to intimidate people. Ms Jones said two separate incidents occurred over the Christmas period, one involving the same former partner and another involving another ex of Young's. 'It's bitten so many people, but people are scared to report it,' said one victim. One victim visited hospital due to a dog bite to his right thigh, which 'pierced the skin several times'. 'Her unwillingness to control Bruce is evident,' added Ms Jones. 'A contingent order is not suitable as he's not suitable to be rehomed. His true nature is that he is likely to attack again in the future. 'The dog has been examined and there are real concerns, especially including his height; he's very large and powerful." Representing herself at the hearing, Young said: 'The dog was protecting me. If he wasn't there I wouldn't be here today. 'He's never bit anyone else. He would pass any assessment. He's very well cared for. I can look after my dog properly. 'My dog doesn't deserve to die, because he was saving my life. He doesn't like males because of what he's seen me going through.' She pleaded with magistrates: 'If you're going to put him down, can I say goodbye, because he's like my child.' Magistrates made the destruction order, with chair of the bench Geraint Evans telling Young: 'We do not believe your lifestyle is conducive to keeping dogs. 'We deem him a dangerous dog and grant the application. We also ban you from ownership of any dogs until further notice.'
