Dog Attack Leaves Puppy With Broken Legs in DeLand
A 6-month-old dog named Louie suffered two broken legs in a dog attack that occurred in DeLand when an unleashed, larger dog charged Louie and his owner while they were on a walk.
Orlando Daytona Beach Melbourne, FL, August 19, 2026 —
A young dog is recovering after suffering serious injuries during an unprovoked attack in DeLand. Louie, a 6-month-old dog, sustained two broken legs following an incident that occurred while he was on a walk with his owner.
The attack involved a larger, unleashed dog that reportedly charged at Louie and his owner. The specific circumstances leading to the charge and the full extent of the interaction were not immediately detailed. Authorities or animal control involvement in the immediate aftermath of the incident was not provided.
The owner’s identity and Louie’s breed were not specified in the available information. The outcome for the larger dog involved in the incident also remains unclear. Information regarding whether any local ordinances regarding leash laws or dangerous animals were cited or investigated is not available.
Details regarding the medical treatment Louie received for his broken legs, including the veterinary clinic or hospital involved, were not provided. The owner’s current actions or plans following the attack were also not specified. The location of the attack within DeLand was not detailed.
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