A dachshund was killed while on a walk, leaving the pet owner in shock and sadness.

Last week, a heartbreaking incident occurred on the Sunshine Coast when a dachshund was tragically mauled to death by another dog while out for a walk. The devastated owner, Tiffany Torrie, shared her story and explained that her mother was walking her three dachshunds - including the four-year-old victim, Duff - in Caloundra when the attack happened. All five dogs were on leashes, but unfortunately, one of the large dogs being walked by a couple managed to break free and attack the smaller dogs.

According to Torrie, her mother had passed the couple and their two dogs on the trail, but when their backs were turned, the bull Arab breed dog broke free and charged towards them. The dog then viciously attacked Duff, causing fatal injuries. Torrie described her beloved pet as the "sweetest little boy" who was always happy and carefree. She also mentioned that the dachshunds were like family and once you were in their circle, you were in for life.

The two other dachshunds managed to escape, but one of them was missing for five hours before being found. Torrie later discovered that the couple walking the bull Arab were pet sitters and there is no blame on them for the attack. The Sunshine Coast Council was notified and rangers were called to the scene. The bull Arab was impounded, but due to the owners being overseas, further action cannot be taken at the moment.

A council spokesperson confirmed that they are still investigating the incident and urged any witnesses or anyone with information to come forward. They also emphasized the importance of reporting all dog attacks, even if the details of the responsible party are unknown, as the council takes community safety seriously. Torrie, on the other hand, has taken matters into her own hands and started an online petition to push for stricter regulations and make dog owners more accountable for their pets' actions.

Under current regulations in Queensland, a dog can be declared dangerous if it seriously attacks another dog or person, or if there are concerns that it may do so in the future. Owners of dangerous dogs are required to take necessary precautions such as muzzling their pet in public, de-sexing them, and providing secure fencing. They also have to pay higher registration fees. In April, new laws were passed in Queensland banning five dog breeds - dogo Argentino, fila Brasileiro, Japanese tosa, American pit bull terrier or pit bull terrier, and the perro de Presa Canario. The legislation also includes stricter penalties for owners whose dogs cause harm, with maximum fines of up to $108,000 and possible jail time.

If you have a story to share, please contact reporter Emily McPherson at [email protected]. Let's all work together to prevent these tragic incidents and make our communities safer for both humans and pets.

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