A schoolgirl has been scarred for life after a terrifying pit bull attack, prompting her mother to call for the dog to be destroyed. The incident occurred when five-year-old Rose Dempster was playing at her friend’s house in Bishopbriggs. The pit bull-type dog viciously attacked Rose, leaving her with severe injuries to her face, mouth, eye, and ear.
Rose’s mother, Gillian Dempster, described the horrifying moment when her daughter returned home covered in blood, with her ear almost ripped off. The little girl sustained cuts and scratches all over her body after the dog pinned her down during the attack. Rose was rushed to the hospital where she received stitches, but doctors have warned she may need reconstructive surgery in the future.
Despite the traumatic experience, authorities have decided not to destroy the dog, citing limited powers to act since it was the dog’s first attack and occurred on private property. Gillian expressed her outrage at this decision, emphasising the danger the dog poses to the community, especially children.
Rose’s emotional wellbeing has also been affected by the attack, with her mother noting that she has been having nightmares and is now fearful of dogs. Gillian stressed the importance of taking action to prevent such incidents from happening again and is seeking legal advice to address the situation.
This incident adds to a recent report of another child, Teddy Kerr, who was attacked by a dog in Paisley, raising concerns about the safety of bulldog breeds in domestic settings. Gillian believes that aggressive dog breeds should not be kept as pets, especially around children, for their own safety.
Authorities, including Police Scotland and Glasgow City Council, are handling the case under the Dangerous Dogs Act, with investigations ongoing. The community and Rose’s family are calling for stricter measures to ensure the safety of children and prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.
In conclusion, the harrowing experience of Rose and her family highlights the importance of responsible pet ownership and the need for stronger regulations to protect the public from dangerous dog attacks. Parents and authorities must work together to create safer environments for children and prevent such traumatic incidents from happening again.