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Old 06-16-2011, 08:03 PM   #16
MaddiesMommie
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Originally Posted by Maximo View Post
Hawks don't have to pick up their target to do damage or kill.

My neighbor's male Yorkie weighs 13 pounds. The hawk obviously could not pick him up, but the hawk tore open the side of his torso. The hawk's talons came very close to ripping the diaphragm, which would likely have been deadly.
Exactly!!

OP, I also suggest you keep your dog on leash while out in the yard. It only takes a second for your pup to have an accident. Just not worth the risk, imo.
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