Summary
An off-leash pit bull attacked a leashed golden retriever and its owner at North 16th and Reed on May 23, seriously injuring both. The committee upheld the police chief's order that the dog leave city limits; a second incident would mean euthanasia. Neighbors say the block no longer feels safe.
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Last discussed Jul 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
The rules can cost you if you exceed the limits through fines or having to rehome animals, so it’s cheaper to check first.
Residents and pet owners on the near north side who worried about another off-leash attack.
The Braunel family loses their family pet of five years, which must be rehomed outside the city.
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Public Safety Committee - Jul 13, 2026
An off-leash pit bull attacked a leashed golden retriever and its owner at North 16th and Reed on May 23, seriously injuring both. The committee upheld the police chief's order that the dog leave city limits; a second incident would mean euthanasia. Neighbors say the block no longer feels safe.
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