[Update] Owners Face Charges In Tragic Pet’s Death In Cloquet
As a self-proclaimed mammal lover, especially of canines, I can't fathom the pain that Kayla, the owner of Kaito is experiencing. It was a senseless death of her beloved dog and it's been tough waiting for a decision from authorities about the dogs that attacked. This is what
PREVIOUSLY: While the duo was enjoying a walk together on the 400 block of 8th Street in Cloquet, three dogs crossed the street and attacked Kaito. Kayla said, "it was just the most horrifying thing I've ever experienced and I didn't know that was going to be the last time I was going to hold him alive". Kayla tried to help her dog by kicking the attacking dogs and hitting them on the heads with her leash, but it was in vain as the three overtook Kaito and all she could do was watch helplessly. The trio of attack dogs were two Pit Bulls and a German Shepard Mix. To note is that there is nothing against the breed of dogs, the responsibility should lay with the owner, no matter what breed of dog you own.
According to our media partners, WDIO.com, this isn't the first time these dogs have attacked. They also attacked a woman and her dog on May 9, that canine survived. Because of the second attack the dogs are being certified as dangerous dogs. That means that the owner will have to have a proper enclosure, display warning signs and carry insurance at a hefty rate. The three dogs that attacked and killed Kaito are being held at the Cloquet Animal Shelter while the investigation continues and it's possible that they may be put down due to their actions.
UPDATE: The owners of the three dogs that attacked Kayla's dog are now facing misdemeanor charges. WDIO reported that court records include "attack by a dangerous animal" and "animal running at large". The three dogs that attacked are still being held at the Cloquet Animal Shelter awaiting their owner's first appearance in court that is expected sometime next month.
It's been hard waiting for authorities to sort through this and make a decision. My heart is broken for Kayla and the senseless loss of Kaito that could have, should have, been avoided. I'm glad to see that something is being done to ensure that her neighborhood and all neighborhoods safe to walk the sidewalks with our pets and families.