Mar 12 • 16:00 UTC 🇪🇪 Estonia Postimees

INCIDENT IN VILJANDI ⟩ A child walking with her pet fell victim to an attack by a strange dog

An Estonian mother is seeking the owner of a dog that attacked her child while they were out walking in Viljandi.

On March 10, a concerning incident occurred in Viljandi, Estonia, where a young girl walking a small breed dog was attacked by a larger dog. According to the mother, the larger dog jumped on her child, ripping the jacket worn by the girl and causing her to fall to her knees. Distressed by the event, the mother took to the social media group 'Märgatud Viljandis' in hopes of identifying the owner of the aggressive dog, who fled the scene immediately after the incident without providing any information.

The mother expressed her desire to have the dog’s owner come forward and address the situation, emphasizing that the owner witnessed the attack happening. She mentioned that she might be forced to report the incident to the police if no one steps forward. The Facebook post serves as an urgent appeal to the community for information about the dog owner, highlighting the seriousness of the incident and the need for accountability in such situations involving pet safety.

The incident has sparked dialogue within the community as commenters provide advice and share their concerns. Many have suggested that the mother keep an eye on the surrounding area, as the dog owner is likely to be from that vicinity, encouraging the possibility for the owner to recognize the severity of the situation and eventually come forth to resolve the matter amicably.

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