Woman attacked by dog gets answers
Update 2: Lexington-Fayette Animal Care and Control now tells ABC36 News Now that, the only charge pending against the owner of the attacking dog is “nuisance by animal.” There could be other charges pending, as the investigation continues. We will update this developing story as we learn new information.
Update: According to an update from Lexington-Fayette Animal Care and Control, in a post made on Facebook, this incident is now being described as an “open case with criminal charges pending.” ABC 36 has reached out to Lexington-Fayette Animal Care and Control for more information regarding this update, and is waiting a response.
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LEXINGTON, Ky. (ABC 36) — Debbie Blair, a local pet owner grappling with the loss of her dog in a recent canine altercation, is finally gaining clarity.
When Blair visited the Jacobson Dog Park on Friday, her small dog was fatally attacked by a larger canine. In her efforts to rescue her pet, Blair sustained injuries herself.
“In the process, I was bitten on my ankles and heal,” said Blair.
Amid the chaos at the time of incident, Blair says she wasn’t able to get the other dog owner’s contact details, but is concerned about the attacking dog’s vaccination status.
“They [Emergency Room] recommended they go to the ER who said that I should have the series of rabies shots, and I don’t want to, if I don’t have to. I don’t wanna go through more trauma,” said Blair.
On Tuesday, Blair shared with ABC 36, that Lexington-Fayette Animal Control and Care had successfully connected with the dog’s owner. Today, she reported progress in verifying the dog’s rabies vaccination status.
Amid an outpouring of community support, Blair expressed gratitude for the efforts of animal control and the supportive messages she received online.
“I’ve been so overwhelmed by the outpouring of love from the community of Facebook community. I mean everyone,” said Blair.
ABC 36 has reached out to Lexington-Fayette Animal Control and Care for further details and is awaiting their response.
