November 20, 2009

Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57104

Pit Bull Attacks Child, Grandmother

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Sioux Falls authorities investigating another apparent dog bit.

By Associated Press

Story Created: Aug 12, 2008 at 8:28 AM CST

Story Updated: Aug 12, 2008 at 8:28 AM CST

Stanley County sheriff's deputies have shot and killed a pit bull after it attacked two people in Fort Pierre.

Sheriff Brad Rathbun says the incident happened Monday at a home where a family was watching the dog for someone else. The pit bull apparently broke loose from a chain and chased some children. A 7-year-old girl was attacked, and the dog also turned on the girl's 58-year-old grandmother when she tried to help.

Rathbun says the two were bitten several times and were taken to the hospital. The sheriff says deputies shot the dog when it threatened them. The dog's body will be tested for rabies.

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Friday, Aug 15 at 7:36 AM Lucy wrote ...

You have to give gifts in order for people to be friends with you Lar. How Sad!! :(

Thursday, Aug 14 at 9:10 PM honestly wrote ...

I think youre getting on everybodys nerves lar. and i wouldn't talk anonymous~lets stick to the story about the grandmother and child

Thursday, Aug 14 at 8:55 PM Axel wrote ...

Maybe he was hungry?

Thursday, Aug 14 at 10:45 AM Anonymous wrote ...

Give em' a six pack. They will forget all about him..

Thursday, Aug 14 at 10:23 AM To Lar wrote ...

Why do you have to make such racist comments, I'll give you a ride to pine ridge and let you come face to face with just a few of the people in that community..hehehe wouldn't be running your mouth then would ya?? Actually yes you would because of your ignorance!

Thursday, Aug 14 at 8:46 AM NATIVE PRIDE!! wrote ...

even we natives wouldn't wish that on you red necks Lar!! I'd like to see you say thatin front of a few native men. let's see how YOU react then!!

Thursday, Aug 14 at 7:56 AM another pitbull lover wrote ...

I have had nothing but pits and they are great family dogs. They are like any other dog but just have a bad name. Now if that would have been the beloved lab that would have done that it would be no big deal. It is all the way that they are raised not the breed. SO dont dis them unless you have owned one. My kids love JADA and i wouldnt trade her for the world.

Wednesday, Aug 13 at 10:29 PM tattooedgirl19 wrote ...

The pug that mauled me required a trip to the hospital and got me 56 titches. And the man who pulled the dog off of me, who happened to be a local EMT, got his hand pretty well mangled and needed stitches too. I breed Basset Hounds. Are you gonna tell me ALL of them drool? Cause that's total ignorance of a breed, turst me, not all Bassets drool, and never once has any of MY dogs been involved in biting a human. I, unlike some, know how to train and weed out bad influences.

Wednesday, Aug 13 at 9:22 PM dear cat.. wrote ...

don't you think your over reacting a lil bit?? all they are doing is showing the facts of what happend and you are freaking out....calm down....if you can't handle the stories maybe you shouldn't log on...

Wednesday, Aug 13 at 6:57 PM pitbull lover wrote ...

The family is in my thoughts and prayers that they heal.

Wednesday, Aug 13 at 4:02 PM cat wrote ...

Well that’s unfortunate. How come it only makes the news when it’s a pit bull/terrier mix, because ya know that's what they really are don't you? Couldn’t find a different picture than the one used from the Leola dog breed banning story? These dogs are the most loyal creatures around even less hyper than your every day lab. I love my dog and raise them right and socialize them just like you would with any dog and you'll have no problems. Hey i have an idea lets ban wishbone he's a terrier.

Wednesday, Aug 13 at 12:51 PM pitbull lover wrote ...

I am sorry for those of you who can judge a book by its cover. I am a pitbull owner..ANY dog can turn if its not properly trained. Just because its a pit it made the news. I feel for the people that got attacked. NOONE deserves that. I pray for their recovery. When I decided to become a pitparent I made sure I had the time and patience to love and care for it properly. As any animal parent should.

Wednesday, Aug 13 at 12:27 PM DDD wrote ...

Pit Bulls are Pit Bulls no one knows what any dog is really thinking but the fact that they are capable of causing death should be reason enough for them to be banned as pets.

Wednesday, Aug 13 at 12:25 PM Janna wrote ...

I think people need to pass a test or take classes before getting a pet. It would not only prevent some animal attacks but a lot of animal abuse and neglect. There are people out there that just don't deserve to have pets. Pit bulls in themselves are killers, neglectful owners make them that way. I hope the little girl and grandmother are both ok!

Wednesday, Aug 13 at 12:23 PM lar wrote ...

lol you do have fun typing ignorant things everyday here on these boards, and i do beleive you find joy in it seeing how you seem to be on here all hours of the day and nite...get a job/life!!!!

Wednesday, Aug 13 at 10:51 AM Anonymous wrote ...

I just don't see how you can say if it's the owner improperly training the dog or not. All species trained good or bad have that "What if" for crying out loud. This is too bad for all involved.

Wednesday, Aug 13 at 8:29 AM Anonymous wrote ...

tattooedgirl, the dog was shot because it came after the officers. and anonymous (12:55pm) i'm not exactly sure the chihuahua you were bitten by bit you (and others) several times. these dogs are stereotyped for a reason, regardless of the training involved. when there's a pattern in behavior that becomes a problem. if we cant handle training them properly and they continue to act this way then yes, they're obviously going to continue to be stereotyped, as they should be.

Wednesday, Aug 13 at 8:01 AM Anonymous wrote ...

It is a fact that some dogs - like pits - are built different than others. The pit bull has a jaw that is very strong and this type of behavior is bred into them. Not all pits are mean but they sure can be and no amount of training will ever change that. Pit bulls (as well as other breeds) should never be allowed around children. The story indicated that this animal was not chained up at the owners home @ the time of the vicious attack - I hope the "friend" has good insurance as well.

Wednesday, Aug 13 at 6:03 AM lar2 wrote ...

I wish I could find joy in typing ignorant messages on these stupid things. Some people have all the luck.

Tuesday, Aug 12 at 7:30 PM tattooedgirl19 wrote ...

Any dog can be trained improperly and can attack people. Pit bulls are totally stereotyped along with dobermans, rotties and bull mastiffs. I got attacked by a pug a year ago and it left scars all over me - yet that dog wasn't killed for attacking me. I know some sweet, wonderfully well trained pits and it's usally not the dogs fault, but the owner's improper training and lack of loving the creature. It is truly awful to hear about one of man's best friend's turning bad.

Tuesday, Aug 12 at 6:11 PM Anonymous wrote ...

Yet another example of an improperly trained Pit Bull. There should be some kind of test to see if you will have enough time to properly train your dog before you can purchase one. I hope the family is OK.

Tuesday, Aug 12 at 2:56 PM Anonymous wrote ...

Why would the owner not have control of a dog like that? I hope the owner had insurance or a good attorney!

Tuesday, Aug 12 at 12:06 PM your kidding wrote ...

Hope they will both be OK. Good ending for the dog if it was a threat to people.

Tuesday, Aug 12 at 11:55 AM Anonymous wrote ...

I was bitten by a Chihuahua once and that never made the news... why do people steriotype pit bulls so much?

Tuesday, Aug 12 at 11:33 AM JB wrote ...

HELLO PEOPLE! There is a reason why PIT BULLS are banned from certain towns... they are not a trust worthy dog and are known for attacking humans.

Tuesday, Aug 12 at 10:07 AM Sorry Lar wrote ...

I thought I would post before lar to make sure everyone cuts him some slack... Lar call mom, she is worried about you after you missed your doc appointment to get a new catheter put in... thanks!

Tuesday, Aug 12 at 8:41 AM Lar wrote ...

Typical west river behavior

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