Put down dogs that attack bid

Mubarak Ali was enjoying his daily walk on Punchbowl Road, near Parry Park, on Friday, September 9, when he was attacked and bitten by the dog.
Cr Saleh says he wants a zero-tolerance approach when it comes to repeat offending dogs.
“I was shocked and most concerned for the welfare of the victim,” he said.
“People should be able to walk the streets, or play in our parks without the fear of being attacked by a vicious dog roaming the streets.
“There appears to be some people out there who are not aware of the strict laws which puts the onus on dog owners to ensure their animals are on a leash or chain. They must take responsibility and ensure their dogs are secure and not a nuisance to others.”
Cr Saleh, who visited Mr Ali in hospital as he recovered from the attack, says the community’s safety comes first and any dogs involved in these attacks should be taken off the streets.
Mr Ali said he tried to fend off the dog, but couldn’t stop the attack, receiving a deep laceration to his hand, before being hospitalised.
He said the attack left him with serious, permanent injuries that will require future treatment.
“The owner of the dog called it off and they ran away without offering any help,” he said.
Council and police have spoken to the victim and canvassed the area, “but due to a lack of evidence and no identity provided, the investigation was unable to progress any further”.
“Council remains committed to educating dog owners about responsible pet ownership through signage, distributing letters, and events such as the annual Pets Day Out which will be held at Tasker Park on October 9,” the spokesperson said.