JANESVILLE

The Janesville Police Department is asking the public for help identifying a dog that reportedly bit a person and another dog Monday.

A resident’s dog was attacked while out for a walk at about 1:50 p.m. Monday near the corner of Court Street and Oakhill Avenue, according to a police news release. The dog’s owner attempted to separate the animals and was bitten by the loose dog.

The loose dog is described as a mixed breed with dark brindle fur weighing around 60 to 80 pounds, according to the release.

Anyone with information on the identity of the dog’s owner can contact the Janesville Police Department at 608-757-2244 or Janesville Area CrimeStoppers at 608-758-3636.