Benalla’s Drew Wells was left devastated when two wondering dogs broke a gate and entered his garden attacking his nine-year-old husky Nicca.
Mr Wells was able to chase the dogs off, however Nicca needed hours of surgery and is refusing to leave his side.
He said he believed the dogs were Pitbull Terriers.
“They were going to eat her alive,’’ Mr Wells said.
“If I realised what was happening five minutes later she’d be dead.
“I want the whole town to know there’s people in Benalla allowing (allegedly) dangerous dogs to roam free.
“I had her in the backyard behind two gates and these two Pitbulls got in and attacked my dog.
“She’s nine years old, and she is getting better, but every thing scares her at the moment.
“She’s fearing for her life every second of the day.
“I’ve got video footage of the whole thing. It only took these feral dogs two minutes to break in.’’
Mr Wells took the video of the attack to Benalla Rural City Council who is investigating.
Benalla Rural City Council CEO Dom Testoni said council was aware of an incident that occurred on Tuesday (September 27) morning which involved two off-leash dogs attacking multiple other dogs in the Mackellar St area.
“As a result, council is investigating several offences under the Domestic Animals Act 1994, and are not able to give specific information for a matter under active investigation,” Mr Testoni said.
“Council can however confirm that neither of the dogs under investigation are restricted breeds.
“Until the matter is heard and determined by the Benalla Magistrate’s Court, the dogs are not subject to any dangerous dog declarations or destruction orders.
“Residents are reminded that under the Domestic Animals Act 1994, all dogs over the age of three months are required to be registered with the council in the municipality in which they are kept.
“All dogs are required under the Act to be securely contained to the property at which they are kept and not allowed to wander ‘at large’.
“In addition to this, a council order was declared under Section 26 of the Act that all dogs in a public place must be restrained by way of chain, leash or cord when outside their property.
“If members of the public find a dog wandering or stray in a public place, they should contain the dog, if safe to do so, and report the matter to council so that a compliance officer can attend and take charge of the dog.
“Council officers will return the dog to the owner if registered, or arrange for registration prior to the dogs return.
“They will also be able to deal with any other matter raised by the dog not being securely contained to their property if appropriate.
“Incidents such as this can easily be avoided by ensuring that pets are kept securely contained to their yard or home and are regularly walked on leash to keep them healthy and happy.
“Any dog, regardless of size, temperament or breed can bite, through fear, surprise or aggression, and owners should be aware of this when out walking or socialising with their pets.
“Obedience classes and puppy schools are also an excellent option to ensure that you and your dog understands what is expected of a well-socialised and trained pet.”