Arrest after two dogs injure smaller dog in Exeter attack

The smaller dog was taken to a vet for treatment after the attack, police said

A man has been arrested after his two dogs seriously injured another dog in an attack in Exeter on Wednesday, police have confirmed.

Police said the small dog that was attacked suffered serious injuries and was receiving treatment at a vets.

The owner of the smaller dog also sustained injuries to her hand in the attack on Cowick Street, police said.

Police said the owner of the offending dogs has since been released on bail and one of his dogs has been seized.

In a post on social media, Exeter Police said: "We, and the smaller dog's owner, would like to pass our sincere thanks to the kind members of the public who assisted in safely getting the two dogs off the injured dog.

"Their quick responses undoubtedly saved the injured dog and its owner from any further harm."

The force said dog attacks must stop and dog owners or those responsible must take appropriate action to ensure all dogs and persons are safe from harm.