I'm sorry this happened to you. It's so unfair that you are responsible with yours and keep them on a leash out for a nice leisurly stroll and get attacked. I agree with others that the owners should have to pay for damages caused by their own neglect. I don't know much about the laws pertaining to this either. But if you do take it small claims court make sure you have every bit of documentation. Write down the whole incident on paper for something to go by for facts and call any witnesses you can to take to court with you to testify on your behalf. It's a shame that small dog owners can't walk our dogs without the fear of something like this. I've heard of this so many times I'm always a little pernoid to take Roxie out with me. You might think about a doggie stroller or taking them one at a time so you don't have to give it up completely. Then when you see a dog coming or hear one barking you pick them up untill the threat is gone. It's a shame it has to even be that way. |