Kamloops, British Columbia – The City of Kamloops is seeking permission from a judge to euthanize three dogs responsible for a fatal attack on a collie in North Kamloops. The incident, which occurred on September 8, involved the pit bulls jumping a fence and mauling the 13-year-old border collie to death.
After conducting an investigation in collaboration with veterinarians and animal behavior specialists, the city determined that the pit bulls were beyond rehabilitation. The dogs were found to have methamphetamine and cocaine in their systems, potentially influencing their behavior during the attack.
Despite no charges being filed against the owner of the dogs by law enforcement or the SPCA, the City of Kamloops is moving forward with its efforts to have the animals put down. The decision to seek authorization to euthanize the dogs was made in the interest of public safety and preventing future incidents of harm to humans or animals.
The dogs were surrendered to the city’s custody by their owner following the deadly attack on the collie. The city’s community services department has since been involved in assessing the dogs’ behavior and overall condition, leading to the conclusion that they pose a threat to the community.
In response to the incident, the city has filed a court application to seek approval for the euthanasia of the three pit bulls. The court hearing is scheduled for October 17 in Kamloops provincial court, where the fate of the dogs will be decided based on the evidence presented.
The tragic attack on the collie has raised concerns about pet safety in the community, prompting the city to take decisive action to address the situation. Residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any incidents involving dangerous animals to local authorities to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.