Shocking footage reveals moment dog attacks mother and toddler in Sheffield

Police have revealed footage of a mother protecting her own child and pet from a dangerous dog, as part of a campaign urging owners to take responsibility.

WARNING: This article contains footage some viewers may find disturbing.

The woman was on Richmond Road in Sheffield earlier this month, pushing her toddler in a trike and walking her dog.

The footage then shows a Staffordshire bull terrier, which had escaped from it's owner attacking the woman's dog.

Both the woman and her daughter received minor injuries, and the woman and a man eventually pulled the dogs apart.

South Yorkshire Police's dog legislation officer PC Paul Jameson is urging dog owners to take action, saying: "Your dog is your responsibility."

"If it attacks someone or causes fear in our communities, you are the one held responsible, you are the one facing prosecution, but your dog could also face being euthanised.

“If you know your dog can escape your garden, fix it. Build higher fences, put a lock on the gate, put up signage for people to be aware, and not enter.

“Keep your dog on a lead, and if you know your dog doesn’t like other dogs, walk it in quieter areas and not during busy times."

The dog in the footage was seized by officers, but later returned to the owner with conditions and guidance to follow.

The owner of the dog is being processed through restorative justice for the harm caused to the victims.

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