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Police Investigating After Freshwater Dog Attacks Result In Dachshund Death

Police are investigating following reports of dog attacks in Freshwater last week.

Two dogs were attacked by another dog, described as Leonberger.

The first incident occurred between 9am and 9.30am on a footpath near Golden Hill Fort on Wednesday January 11.

A Chihuahua sustained an injury as a result.


An example of a Leonberger dog

Later that day, it’s reported the same dog attacked and killed a miniature wire-haired Dachshund at Golden Hill.

A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said:

"Local officers are aware and are making further enquiries into the circumstances."

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