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My dog attacked my cat. Is my dog safe around my young children?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Staffordshire Bull Terrier | Female | unspayed | 44 lbs

My staff x has just attack my cat in an unprovoked attack. I'm now worried about the dog attacking my two small young children. Could you please advise me on cost to have the dog pit to sleep please

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on June 24th, 2017

You should not have her put to sleep just because she attacked your cat, don't forget this is a natural behaviour and death punishment is really not a logical thing to do. I would recommend contacting the RSPCA they will take her and rehome her.

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