The case of a dog deemed dangerous after a reported attack in Goleta is going to court.

City officials say “Benson” was involved in an attack that led to the death of another dog. The dog’s owner was also reportedly bitten.

A petition on Change.org created by Benson’s owner seeks to prevent the dog from being euthanized.

“Benson is not a threat to anyone!” the petition says. “Benson does not deserve this fate for being in the wrong place at the wrong time.”

According to the petition, Benson was adopted out by DAWG, a dog rescue organization in Santa Barbara, where “he was assessed by professionals to assure his healthy mental state.”

“Benson is a happy go lucky dog that loves people,” the petition says. “Benson still has so much to live for and learn and we want to see Benson in a loving home where he deserves to be.”

The petition has nearly 15,000 signatures, but according to Goleta City Attorney Mike Jenkins, the matter is now in the hands of the superior court after Benson’s owner appealed the city’s ruling.

Jenkins released the following statement on Thursday: