How awful! Poor Merlot, and poor you too! To not feel safe, now, walking your doggies in your neighborhood - that's horrible. Poor little guy!
I think you got lots of good advice already. I would definitely take (plenty of) pictures, get witness info., police reports, and keep all vet bills. Write down everything you can while it is fresh in your mind - all details - in case it comes up later.
I would first present your request for payment to the dogs' owners. They might be more willing to go along with your request and do the right thing if given the chance. To just bring a lawsuit might be more likely to put them on the defensive and make them less cooperative. If they don't pay for your expenses, then I'd take the next step.
Good luck, and continued healing thoughts to Merlot! |