Bismarck Couple Saves Dog From Attack

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — A Bismarck couple walking their dog wound up fending off two loose dogs that attacked the border collie.

June and Ron Veitz's dog, Chance, wound up in surgery Wednesday after the two dogs bit off one of his ears and severed the other ear. Chance had multiple bite wounds on his torso and head.

June Veitz tells the Bismarck Tribune she hit the dogs with her firsts and kicked them to try and get them off Chance. Her husband tackled the dogs and forced them to the ground while she pulled Chance to safety.

Bismarck Police Officer Pat Renz described the dogs as a male and female "bulldog cross." Renz says the owner was located and the matter will likely be forwarded to the city attorney for review.