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A man attacked by two dogs in east Christchurch is pleading with dog owners to be more careful.

Andrea Tummi was out walking on Tuesday at around 5pm when he was attacked by two dogs on the corner of Dudley St and Stapleton St, just 50m from his house.

He tried to walk past the two dogs on a dual leash but the owner lost control.

The dogs, described as Mastiff-looking, charged at Mr Tummi, both jumping on him.

He says his first reaction was to step away, however one managed to bite his hip, leaving a number of bite wounds.

The dog owner apologised at first, but allegedly ran away when he saw the blood all over the victim's pants and shirt.

Mr Tummi was taken to Christchurch Hospital where he was given medication and had his wounds tended to.

He didn't manage to get the name of the owner, but did get some photos as he ran away.

A police spokesperson said they received reports a man had been attacked by two dogs and said the Christchurch City Council has been advised.

Mr Tummi also posted to a local community Facebook page in a bid to try track the dog owner down.