Readers react after pup attack by XL bully dog in front of mum-to-be

Last week, the Star reported how Holly-Jane Robb, from Sutton Junction, was walking her four-month-old Border Collie puppy Blu on June 8, 2023 on Station Road when an “XL-Bully” type dog ran at her dog, dragging it across the road.

Holly, 21, was heavily pregnant at the time.

Blu was severely injured, left with eye injuries and a punctured throat, treatment for which is up to £2,000, meanwhile the stress of the incident left Holly not being able to feel her unborn child immediately following the attack.

Eventually after weeks of observations every 48 hours, Holly was induced and safely delivered a healthy baby boy – but the experience left her fearful to go out and ‘ruined’ the last few weeks of her pregnancy with the stress.

After reading the article, shocked readers reacted to the news on social media.

Amanda Elizabeth said: “My dog was attacked by two of these dogs three weeks ago and is lucky to be alive.

“Unfortunately the problem is the people who are buying them as status dogs to look and be aggressive.

“Not even a real breed of dog because the kennel club refuse to register them.

“So glad your dog survived and so sorry you went through this”

Nicky Breeze added: “Oh god hope your dogs OK im really scared of seeing these dogs when I'm out with my boy and he's a staffy”

Denise Howarth said: “Not all xl bully’s are dangerous. Mine is soft and just wants to cuddle you.

“It’s all about the environment you bring them up in - just like children.

“Teach them right they behave right. Why should we ban them any dog can turn at anytime no matter what breed.”

RogueAdministrator said: “It's a mystery how this breed isn't put under the banned breeds section yet, most attacks you hear or read about now are Bully XL, they're huge dogs with so much power behind them that even experienced dog owners aren't prepared for the amount of stimulation they need & their unwavering strength.

XL Bully dog, stock image

“It's just not something the average person can hold back. If you're a person with a Bully XL dog that you feel is sweet and innocent so you think a banning is way over the top but ask yourself why you've got a Bully XL and not any number of other breeds that seem to have far less behavioural problems?

“I'm petrified of taking my lass to the park in case she's set upon by one of these dogs, seems to be a problem one in every area.

“Yes dog scraps can happen and it's inevitable but this breed in particular is causing untold problems against other dogs and even children.”

Billinger72 added: “Again, I ask, just what will it take and how many lives lost or destroyed before the law is changed to make every dog wear a muzzle when outdoors ... regardless of size or breed!”