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The owner of a Chihuahua puppy is furious after her pet was attacked by an out-of-control dog in the north of Edinburgh.

Scooby had to have stitches put into his hind legs after he was mauled at the junction of Restalrig Road and Restalrig Crescent.

Owner Lora Grace Scott said the 23-week-old pup was bitten by a Boxer/ Bulldog cross on December 5.

She said the owner failed to stop the attack and verbally abused her afterwards.

Lora said: "The female owner of the attacking dog did nothing to stop it running across the road and biting both my dogs back legs and tail as the dog had not collar or lead on.

"She then proceeded to verbally abuse me and try to start a physical fight."

Scooby suffered injuries to his hind legs and tail

Lora added: "Scooby has stitches in both back legs but is recovering well with all the treats and care I can give him.

"I might add my puppy is fully trained and socialised with other dogs, was on a short lead and in the middle of crossing the road at the time of contact, as the other dog come from behind.

"So it was an unprovoked attacked."

The issue has been reported to Edinburgh council's dog wardens, who are looking into the matter.

Lora is urging anyone who has seen a similar dog to report it, out-of-control animals can be reported to the council here.

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