A nine-year-old is thrown off a horse after a dog attack

The boxer dog was running around a group of horses before trying to bite at the neck and tail of one of them, named Iggy, on Cleethorpes Beach in Lincolnshire. The dog's owner did nothing to bring the animal under control as he 'had smart trainers on and had not wanted to get them wet', according to witnesses. One eyewitness said that after two people restrained the boxer dog and returned it to its owner, he simply walked away without apologising or checking to see if the child was harmed. The nine-year-old girl is now said to be 'petrified' whenever dogs are nearby.
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[@1827Beethoven]

Damn. If that was my dog I'd be running full pelt at him to grab him, not let him continue to jump and snap at the horses!

[@art-n-animals6724]

Even better, Id train my dog not to do crap like this, or atleast recall train. This is unnaceptable.

[@Solliebolliehorror]

Ive would kick it

[@1827Beethoven]

@@PrinzessKennY Definitely.

[@abbysibley7028]

@@Solliebolliehorror no matter if your dog is stupid you cannot kick it its considered abuse even if its running towards horses just get it trained

[@hanakinsidewalker]

@@Solliebolliehorror don’t punish your dog for something you can prevent -_-

[@artmadebyRed]

If you can't call back your dog properly, don't let it off the leash. How is that so difficult? One kick of a horse properly aimed at the head or spine and that dog is done for.

[@stormywolfhowls]

my smol dog would just hide behind me and stay off the lead since he's well trained he always stays by my side

[@spilwo572]

@@stormywolfhowls Still be careful. Smh all these people going around thinking their dogs are "well trained " when in reality they aren't.

[@stormywolfhowls]

@@spilwo572 yeah- tho my dog is trained and he's only 14 months its not that hard to train dogs!

[@Haryah11]

@@stormywolfhowls I mean, always have a lead on you just in case something goes on. Young dogs can be very well behaved but sometimes- just like all animals and people- they have moments of forgetting what they're supposed to do and do something stupid. Had our VERY well-behaved dog crawl into a stranger's car while we were looking the other way because he was tired and wanted to go home. (Small dog), Luckily we saw and the man was nice enough but still, always be aware. If you can't be? Then they go on a lead if only for their safety.

[@stormywolfhowls]

@@Haryah11 the horse wouldn't even see bear even if he went up to look he's the size of a mac book- I've had him since 6 weeks he's NEVER ran off he'll be fine

[@richardmangelmann4975]

what a bad owner....Sometimes when Im outside I take walks with my cat, he behaves better than some of the dogs we encounter.

[@cheshirecat920]

How do you do that? I think my cat would love walks, but I'm so scared that a dog could attack him. Do you have a crate with you or put him in a backpack for little animals if you see a dog coming?

[@richardmangelmann4975]

@@cheshirecat920 Well he is quite easy with that stuff. When we encounter dogs he usually just lays low and waits until they're gone, if its a big dog that comes too close I pick him up, when its a small dogs he's fine with them being close. One time one of the smaller dogs came too close and my cat straight up slapped it and ran away. Anyways for teaching them, definitely try it with a leash first. I think there are videos on youtube too. The cat needs to get used to the leash first, then introduce him to the outside or, given how anxious he is, just your hallway. Just ease him into it, do it every day and with time they get more chill. You could also try training him with a clicker. Definitely go to parks where the dog has to be on a leash and your cat too, that way you're in a controlled environment where you can pick him up if a dog gets too close. Maybe after a while hell deal with it on his own but don't push the cat into it. Weve been doing it for a while so mine has a normal route he takes where I know possible dangers and when we cross a road I signal him to stop and go. When were going on a trip and he looses sight of me he usually cries out and follows me.

[@cheshirecat920]

@@richardmangelmann4975 Thank you very much for you advice. He is a curious guy, but easy to scare. I live in a big city. The dogs should always be on a leash here, but there are no dogparks here so they let them of the leash. I will train with him and take a backpack for cats with me to feel safer, if he wants to go outside. Thank you very much.

[@7kooklaid]

@@cheshirecat920 you should watch Jun’s kitchen, he always takes his cat everywhere it’s really beautiful

[@Impresya9]

Have you ever seen a cat behaving worse than dogs tho?

[@angels_up_in_heavenxx8365]

I don't know why these people get dog's when they can't even control there dogs it makes me sick this girl may have been killed or hurt or even the horse to the owner get your mutt on a lead or get rid of it if you can't control it

[@trueheartfarm8831]

That owner would have gotten a beating if that was my child or horse...not the dogs fault owner doesn't know how to teach the pup proper canine obdeance

[@angels_up_in_heavenxx8365]

@@trueheartfarm8831 yes i agree with you they need to send owners to a training program how to look after your dog 🐩 and teach them how to control them when they are out and about with other dogs and other animals.

[@ladybeagle4131]

Sorry you make me laugh. Why is the horse so unsafe that it bucked off a child??? Yes, the dog shouldn‘t have snapped but I wouldn’t let my child near a horse that would do that!

[@angels_up_in_heavenxx8365]

@@ladybeagle4131 sorry you make me laugh of course the horse 🐎 who'd be unsafe if a dog was going for it you don't know anything about this subject this girl may have been a experience horse rider even if she was not that dog was out of control a horse is not going to stand and let a dog go for it.use your head

[@angels_up_in_heavenxx8365]

@@ladybeagle4131 also if this girl was not an experienced 🐎 horse rider she who'd not have been out on the beach 🏖️ she who'd have someone beside her holding the horse 🐴 as my daughter was working with the disabled people helping them with the horses and held the horse 🏇 when they where going around the place .

[@anny1_232]

I think this riding instructor is amazing. So fair minded. A lovely person. Agree with her comments on the dog too. Someone could have been seriously hurt - including the dog, if one of the horses kicked out.

[@ClariceWyatt]

She is my instructor and she is amazing person she’s so kind

[@anny1_232]

@@ClariceWyatt you’re very lucky to have such a wonderful instructor.

[@ClariceWyatt]

@@anny1_232 she is the person who owns the barn and she also competed in America for the uk and won

[@floortjebogels8744]

My dog is dead afraid of horses so he runs away from them but when I see horses coming towards us I still put her on a leash bec I know how scary it can be to go for a ride and having dogs nearby.

[@laurenkifer9145]

Mine too I don’t really walk him where horses are but I used to bring him to the barn and let him loose sometimes and the goof would follow me around while I rode pacing and crying and begging me to get away from the scary demon beast I only brought him when it was just us tho and i knew there wasn’t anyone else he could bother

[@karibucountry1981]

This could’ve ended terribly for the dog and the girl but luckily both weren’t hurt

[@beatemueller7830]

This could have ended badly for the horse !!

[@royperry5987]

Yea, I would be cheering if the dog got hurt, I mean, sorry doggy, nothing against you, but so then the dog owner won’t hsve a dog in their care because they’re a bad owner!

[@naomidoss1837]

What about the poor horse? It was the one being attacked

[@courtneyjones9090]

This is very dangerous the owner of the dog should I grabbed the dog straight away

[@ladybeagle4131]

Could have hurt the owner

[@babsfocker7751]

I' m sorry that happened. That dog owner should be fined BIG TIME. Dog needs a leash!!

[@spilwo572]

All dogs need leashes in public places being honest. Unless they are probably trained by experts, not just by there owners thinking there dogs are trained but in reality they only behave for the treats.

[@t4hc1cc]

@@spilwo572 ... Do you own a dog? Not all dogs behave for treats smh, you sound like a really bias cat/horse lover.

[@ClariceWyatt]

Apparently the owner of the dog had new shoes on and they didn’t want to get them dirty so they didn’t go after there dog for ages (it was the girl who fell of who told me this I’m friends with her)

[@Mickey-qc7pk]

@@t4hc1cc and you sound like a biased dog owner. Their point still stands. So many people THINK they’re the next Dog Whisperer and their dog is perfectly trained, then this video happens. I love dogs, and I have owned them, but I wouldn’t put my ego ahead of others and let my dog roam free in public. The horse riders did have their horses under control, and you could say in dog person terms were “on-leash”. The dog owner was not being responsible, and they put others at risk for their overconfidence.

[@t4hc1cc]

@@Mickey-qc7pk I was just pointing out not ALL dogs do it for treats, I disagree with the owner's actions, okay? A well trained dog would still know proper recall, even I'll admit my dog doesn't do recall if I have no treats. Again, I some dogs don't need treats.

[@wolfiegirl3667]

This woman is so pure! She isn’t the kind of Karen horse owner!

[@laurabonnell582]

Even she every right to be I know I would be! I would not want my horses hurt or the dog!

[@Solitude11-11]

She’s lovely isn’t she!

[@wolfiegirl3667]

@@Solitude11-11 truly!❤️❤️

[@ladybeagle4131]

What? What makes her pure?

[@ClariceWyatt]

She’s my instructor she’s so kind

[@Aprilme2]

I've owned horses and dogs. My dogs have always been under my complete control when around horses. If necessary, I put my dogs on a leash. A loose dog, who is not under complete control of the owner can be very dangerous in a situation like this. Someone could get killed. Every dog should have some training, even if the dog is not going to be around horses.

[@caroldocherty6810]

Tazers work brilliantly

[@pamikins76]

@@caroldocherty6810 that would be causing the dog pain and would make it afraid of you. Dogs should be taught to not attack horses and other animals or any alive being. They shouldnt be hurt for "Training" That can lead to the dog distrusting you and almost the completely opposite of what you want the dog to do

[@caroldocherty6810]

@@pamikins76 it would teach them that horses are pain I would rather they learn this way than having theirs skulls kicked in

[@pamikins76]

@@caroldocherty6810 I get your point, but there are also ways to teach them to not run up to animals or anything without being told to do so. Pain would work but it would still hurt the dogs even if its not a lot it would still hurt

[@ladybeagle4131]

And horse owners and especially classes should be taught to be responsible around an open area such as a beach ... I am so sick of everyone always blaming dog owners.

[@falynch]

A long whip is useful in these situations. Before the bleeding hearts start, a whip is a lot less likely to cause injuries than being kicked by a horse

[@robuswhitewolf4896]

Also it's loud and would most likely scare the dog off

[@falynch]

@@robuswhitewolf4896 As long as the horse is desensitised

[@robuswhitewolf4896]

@@falynch Yes, typically a well trained horse is and in this case I sure hope that the horse the little girl was riding is.

[@chardepar]

I always yell very hard and that works great. Even though my horse is completely bomproof and actually loves dogs I don't want any injuries (for the dog lol if a dog would try to bite him he will kick and I will encourage that)

[@robuswhitewolf4896]

@@chardepar Sometimes yelling works and sometimes dogs are too desensitized to loud human voices or it aggravates them more. A bullwhip is as loud as a gun and sudden so it startles them.

[@Susan-qg9tm]

I can't believe that sweet pony didn't defend itself. The dog owner is extremely lucky the dog wasn't killed or badly injured. One well aimed kick and the dog would be in serious trouble. Also, kudos to the lady being interviewed - she did a great job of representing the rights of horse riders.

[@Ponylapse]

As an equestrian that owns a horse, this is such a common thing and it’s so awful ☹️

[@TheWooblet]

Poor kid! I had a close call with a dog and obnoxious owner myself that I got on my GoPro riding. If we weren't two experienced adults it could have ended like this. That's some patient horses right there. I don't blame the smaller one for bolting the dog jumped up at his face! Boxers were bred as hunting dogs designed to hang onto prey items until the hunter caught up (hence the squashed face so they can breathe while biting) As usual no owner in sight to give a stuff about their pet.. I've had dogs and mine wouldn't be off lead in a public space if I knew I couldn't trust him in a high stakes situation. Poor dog could have gotten trampled or kicked to death or paralysed because his owner was nowhere to be seen to step in.

[@NavvyMom]

Hello! Just saw your video of that encounter before watching this one. For some reason dogs attacking horses are half my YT feeds at the moment. Your horse was great. I sort of wish it HAD kicked the dog, just enough to teach it a lesson with no lasting damage.

[@janmeyer3129]

My second-last horse, who had been gelded late in life, would bite attack dogs which came near him without permission. Deadly for dog (and pigs, and snakes)

[@ladybeagle4131]

Ah, but apparently this nine yer old girl was experienced! .... jeez, this is a little weird. When I was nine and was thrown off a pony because it was afraid of traffic, rather than a dog, my instructor just told me to shake it off and get back on. What on earth has happened to learning from mistakes?

[@NavvyMom]

@@ladybeagle4131 The difference is that the traffic was minding its own business when your pony spooked. This dog should have been under control of its owner. I get what you're saying about a life experience for the kid but one still doesn't go out of one's way to get into such a situation.

[@Wintz987]

the dog should have been on a lead and controlled by the owner, the owner should be prosecuted for GBH as that child is at risk.

[@chardepar]

@Luke yeet not if they can't listen

[@Sarah-wo6hv]

@Luke yeet uhm exuse me? Not all beaches are "offleash" and nobody should ever have their dog offleash even if their is no horses if they can not control their dogs dangerous behavior.

[@LexitaMai]

@Luke yeet Um... No lmao. Not all beaches are off leash, and if they ARE, that comes with the condition of you being able to verbally or visually control your dog. Owners are fully liable for harm their pets cause.

[@starandfox601]

@Luke yeet not when they don't listen and attack other animals and poeple.

[@sea-fieldpony.4556]

@Luke yeet yes but in this circumstance the dog should have been on a lead

[@cheremichael367]

When this happened to me years ago, I turned my horse towards the dog and chased it, my mare put her ears back and knew it was a naughty dog, and she tried to stomp on it! Needless to say that dog learnt a lesson that day.

[@maggiecaust374]

Wtf, my German Shepard / Kelpie chased a horse a few months back. She ran at them full speed from across a beach too, but i yelled at her and i mean, Y E L L E D at her. She came straight back to me and when the riders left we had a normal day, control your dogs please, i know as a rider myself that we try and be as careful as we can, other people need to take this into consideration, when they have their dogs running around beaches, because almost every time we go to a beach, there are horses there. Hope the little girl is okay, and sorry for ranting 😅

[@morganmarron6745]

I've worked for veterinarians for 22 years. I've seen terrible things happen to dogs when they are off leash. If your dog isn't trained and won't listen to voice commands, then they should be off leash. Dog is lucky to be alive and well, most horses would have kicked that dog. I've been around and owned horses my whole life. So sad to see that little horse so scared and little girl fall off. I'm so glad they are alright.

[@anonymousmom2222]

Our horses got attacked by a dog when we were riding, my mother and myself, it was quite serious actually, the vet had to be called, as the dog was trying to kill my horse (the smaller of the two) by biting his throat, and under his tail. He was ripped up pretty bad, this dog had been chained, he was dragging it when he attacked. Seemed like a long time before the owner of the dog ran up and he had a time trying to capture him and get him off us. I heard later he had to be put down, not because he attacked us, but he later bit a man who was using a walker and checking his mail. These dogs aren’t playing. If we hadn’t stayed right there with the horses, or if they’d broken free from us and ran i do believe he might have killed one.

[@vernonfrance2974]

The behavior of the dog is typical of the pit bull breed which are descended from dogs used for baiting bulls and attacking livestock.

[@julierussell8876]

The dog actually nipped the pony on it's chin so it's no wonder it spun and dashed. It didn't have the right shape for a boxer or it's tail. buy anyway. It's a public area so dogs aren't more entitled to be there free roam. So yeah, keep your dog's on a long line if you want it to have some scope but can't recall it without one. safer for everyone including the dog. Owner didn't seem quick to try and stop it.

[@Solitude11-11]

@Gi Gi it’s illegal in the uk where this is

[@vernonfrance2974]

It was probably a pit bull but some people are afraid to criticize pit bulls because of the irrational nature of many pit bull defenders.

[@alyssabullock6421]

what a petty owner, she'd rather keep her gear dry than control an insane dog that caused a little girl to get hurt!!

[@Kitsune1989]

She had more options on the horse and it was less dangerous given what she knew at the time. If she had dismounted she would no longer be able to fully control her horse. She could have been kicked by one of the horses on the ground, stepped on, bitten by the dog (then you'd have screaming kids and panicked horses reacting both to the blood, screaming, and dog.). If she bent down to try to control the dog then she could have been kicked in the head or caught under the ribs. Not to mention if a horse spooked as obviously happened later when the dog concentrated on the one, her first knowledge of that on the ground would be when she was run over. By staying on the horse she was able to see everyone and the dog. They were able to stop. If any of the horses had started to panic she could see what was happening and try to give direction. One of a horses first reactions will be flight. If a horse had taken off and the riders were more experienced they could have kept the spooked horse circling (it kinda looks like the girl who fell off made an attempt but was either too panicked herself or just lacked the experience) A horse will automatically adjust to keep its feet under them. By turning a small circle you force them to collect which both keeps them from getting up to speed and by collecting you are forcing them to engage their brain, taking them away from a flight or fight mentality. It's harder to collect a horse then to keep a working pace or to extend. It also meant that as a last ditch effort they could have booted it into a fast pace and left the dog behind if those nips became more aggressive. Presumably they were hoping the owner would come and control their animal. And were likely reluctant to run with riders that young and inexperienced. It could have left them in an uncontrolled dangerous gallop where they couldn't stop. Never mind the risk of tripping or getting a foot stuck in a hole or mowing some innocent bystander down. As they would be playing to the instinct to run rather then working within it and redirecting that mentality. Or gods forbid if one of them fell at a full tilt gallop.

[@alexuwu6826]

And this is why so many people hate dog people

[@darkwolf2622]

Damn straight. Can’t stand them. And I’m a dog owner myself.

[@fatpony3747]

If there's horses YOUR DOG SHOULD ALWAYS BE ON A DAMN LEASH

[@t4hc1cc]

not always, if you KNOW that your dog won't do anything for certain, then it's fine.

[@sea-fieldpony.4556]

I agree

[@sea-fieldpony.4556]

@@t4hc1cc nope, even if you know your dog you should still put them on a lead

[@rebeccaaustin8996]

Wow! She was so understanding and calm talking about this situation. I would be fuming.

[@dorothybennett6596]

What lovely instruter so understanding. So gland no one hurt xx

[@lydiat.721]

I was on holiday, riding a horse I did not know, without a saddle and a stray dog attacked me, I thought he would bite my leg or the horses legs and the horse was so calm I cant belive, I was so thankful, amazing horse.

[@maddyhafferty2763]

The horse was probably very desensitised for a beginner! But great you didnt stress out

[@sima4082]

Awwww ur so cute,i guess u r hell of a rider

[@astaingvardson9935]

And it's why we have a whip😊❤️😂

[@ladybeagle4131]

Well, I will get a lot of hate here, and I have owned many horses for many years, all perfectly fine with dogs..... but I have been to the beach before on a weekend, where many many dog owners were at the beach and many families with young children running around. And a group of riders decided to CANTER! across the beach where children and babies were running, which I personally wouldn’t do or allow! But anyways, these people cantered with no regard to little ones or families around them on a BUSY beach. Now I have five dogs, all hounds, normally very well behaved around other dogs, children and horses (given I won them as well). Except, once the riders cantered and people let out shrieks and hollers because their kids were in the path of those nutty riders, our dogs thought it was a hunt / chase and barking mad chased after them. They didn’t bite or jump up at the horses but ran with them. The moment those silly people stopped , the dogs returned. So..... yes i could have them all on a lead, but quite honestly it was so irresponsible to canter where people were picnic-ing, little toddlers and children were running round and LOTS of dogs were loose. Go find yourself another place to go. And I am serious about this. I have horses and I thought that was stupid.

[@penskib1975]

Irresponsible dog owner, what a shame the girl fell of because someone else was so careless.

[@darkjourney35]

It’s people who can’t control their dogs is the problem!! Owners like that are stupid

[@ClariceWyatt]

I’m friends with the girl who fell off and she said it was terrifying also the horse she was on is called Iggy who is a horse who works for RDA also Iggy used to be fine with dogs but now he is very wary of them

[@vernonfrance2974]

I believe you mean "wary" (fearful.) Weary means fatigued.

[@ClariceWyatt]

@@vernonfrance2974 thanks 😊

[@thomascarroll9556]

I’ve not ridden since the early sixties, as a seven year old on a donkey on Blackpool sands, I feel there is a lot of cruelty in horse riding ranging through some trotting horse training, bits, bridles, metal shoes, down to just bareback riding. But these riders were going about their business in an open space and they all, particularly the little girl, were put in extreme danger by the irresponsible dog owner. The only answer is for animal owners to keep control at all times and be prosecuted (if you can ID them) for any transgressions. The Yard Manager was very impressive in her calm explanation of what happened, and the testimony to how well her horses were trained was that most kept perfectly calm and even the terrified pony that unseated it’s rider was just keeping safe, running around away from the danger. Things could have been so much worse if the horse had bolted it could have caused more danger to bystanders. Just glad the little girl is ok, she could have died in this incident.

[@jacquelineleubin5004]

It's always the humans, not the animals fault, please do remember that!

[@fabiofernandes9122]

it is the animals fault too.

[@joannabanana8431]

I hope you charged that dog owner for the vet bills.

[@cyflym11]

I'm amazed that pony just ran around in circles near the others and didn't take off along the beach. My Grandad's pony once bolted through town with his trap because a dog jumped up at his throat and hung on. Thankfully no one was hurt although the pony got its leg over the shaft and gashed it open. I always worry about loose dogs when I'm out riding. So many people don't bother to train them.

[@eatwhatukiii2532]

The instructor maintained her composure very well. I’d have been dropping F-bombs left and right. That kid and horse could have been seriously injured.

[@KFrost-fx7dt]

Poor kid. I hope she didn't give up riding after that. And I'm so glad the dog didn't go after her. That beast wanted to rip the pony's face off. I hate dogs.

[@sandyb2379]

Not all dogs are like that

[@JulianaBlewett]

The dog is lucky it still has a head.

[@lucythfirestar4452]

I like how she looked at both perspectives. Atleast she didn't have a right go. But yes the dog owners were in the wrong.

[@ClariceWyatt]

Apparently the owner of the dog had new shoes on and they didn’t want to get them dirty so they didn’t go after there dog for ages (it was the girl who fell of who told me this I’m friends with her)

[@lucythfirestar4452]

@@ClariceWyatt oh dear lol. Lame excuse

[@ClariceWyatt]

@@lucythfirestar4452 I know

[@carlosgiacopini5970]

I'm not happy that the owner and his dog got away with it.

[@finn8134]

Wow, im surprised those horses didn’t hurt that dog! I've seen horses bite, fling, and stomp on dogs.

[@WideAwake-bl7gw]

I like how everyone else just sat there doing nothing about the dog.

[@Marie-cq2cy]

Who do you mean with everyone else? The riders don’t have a chance to do anything

[@NYLADY13601]

If you're taking your dog out to a public area, they need to be on a leash! Glad the young rider wasn't injured but she wasn't thrown, she fell off. Whomever made the title of this video is, there are horses that can show you the difference.

[@BlackBitsBananas]

Where is the owner who should be running after the dog?

[@BabyScatha]

What's with owners like this? I would be terrified for my dog to get hurt so i keep him on a leash and i sure as heck would never want him or me to be the reason for someone else to get hurt!

[@newdimension4731]

On another note, do bring with you whips or an electrical device attach to a long steel stick to you can volt the dog out.

[@bennystropicalswimmigwolf8691]

responsibility to keep their dogs in control,

[@countrycuts5796]

First off, I agree, if your dog does not have obedience training and or recall training at the very least, he/she should NOT be allowed to run at large.. Second, the horse owner says she was surprised that none of the horses kicked the dog... I saw the horse being chased kick out with both back legs at the dog at least once. Understandable since the dog was harassing the horse .... terrible situation to be in.

[@peppybreyer88]

Simple. If 👏🏻 you 👏🏻 can’t 👏🏻control 👏🏻 your 👏🏻 dog, 👏🏻 it 👏🏻shouldn’t 👏🏻be 👏🏻off👏🏻leash

[@leticiacorinth8713]

I also had a similar situation. The dog started hunting my horse. The owner was in the house and the dog in the garden runned through a bush. She saw that and called the dog bag. A other situation was with a bicycle on a street. The dog wanted to play with the bicycle while cars drove on the street. That’s because I chose the next way down the street (about five meters away from the owner). Than the owner came and told me, that I should have stayed on the road instead of driving away, because her dog could have died because of me... I hate dog owners like her -> The dog owners who don’t know when to put the dog on a leash for safety

[@BlackBilby]

I an so impressed with the small horse staying close to tje other horses. It was very well trained.

[@dianeclemmer1344]

Owners need to be MORE responsible? Shouldn't be running around without their owner! Do they take care of their children in the same way?

[@AnitaGirlietainment]

😣😣😣😣😣

[@melischmidt8900]

Krass, oder?

[@marb4167]

Keep your damn dogs on a leash! From my encounters, about 99.9% of dog people are the most irresponsible selfish people on the planet. When their dog attacks and hurts a person or another animal they don't stick around to take accountable, but run off like cowards.

[@experiment626eventing]

poor pony :( That must've hurt. That dog makes me mad and I never get mad at dogs >:0 I'm madder at the humans too! They put their dog and other people in danger.

[@FilmerOfBobcats]

Perhaps at least one of the horses could be trained to charge at the dog in a case like this. I rode a Connemara pony with a friend and a dog did attack our horses. She told me my mount was trained to go after such dogs. Just turn her to face the dog and tell her to "get the dog" and she did.

[@DodAederen]

In America, that would be a dead dog.

[@newdimension4731]

Get an Appaloosa or 'mustang' breed and watch what happens to the dog................. ___________________ flatliner! these horses respond to any animal attacking them, they don't run away. Guess it's in their wild bloodline! Even saw a quater horse raging at a corgi in an outside ring. Corgi kept bitting the hoof.... we warned the owner to get the dog out.. Oh no he just wants to play she said.. 5 minutes later corgi's dead in the ring... it just took one kick on the side of the head. Owner was pooring tears... well we warned her.

[@joet7136]

So many clueless dog owners. There should be a written test that people should have to take before becoming dog owners or parents. I'm 100% serious.

[@charlottemansfield6916]

It's infuriating, if you know your dog is prone to chase and attack things keep it on a lead or train it. They are lucky the person riding wasn't hurt and also no dog owner should let that happen because a solid kick from that scared pony at the dog could also kill it.

[@Cubpupsmom]

Gross negligence on the part of the dog’s owner. Not the dog’s fault but the irresponsible owner. 😡

[@hanakinsidewalker]

....not only was this dangerous for the rider and horse...but the dog horses can kick out at up to 55mph that’s enough speed to kill a dog in a second if hit at the right angle

[@rikaandrolo8820]

Poor ponies

[@aburaeese]

Really nice how they went and checked on the 9 year old after her fall.

[@cheshirecat920]

Who should have checked? The ones who were filming and collecting evidence or the ones who have to control the horses? She was on her feet a minute later and I am sure that they checked her after the dog was away.

[@theotheseaeagle]

This is the reason you don’t let dogs near horses! The dog can get killed in one kick. One kick that’s all it takes, please if you care about your dog and you see horses/cows put them on the lead and walk the opposite way

[@summerandthe4horses393]

If that was my dog I'd be over there and pick her up and take her away I would never let my dog attack a horse

[@t4hc1cc]

same.

[@nancyjohnson5810]

This kind of behavior is inexcusable for a dog owner. Thank goodness no broken bones for the little girl. I like the second ammendment myself. Oh snap this is across the pond. So much for the second ammendment there.

[@sepnyte9422]

This is the situations where I WISH the horse would have kicked the dog square in the head. Sad for the dog but lesson learned by their irresponsible owners.

[@VergilTheLegendaryDarkSlayer]

That's not necessarily thrown off, she was balancing and fell off, had no leg on whatsoever Also that's a extremely patient pony, my pony would've trampled the dog to death or kicked the dog in the head, especially since he already resents dogs after he had a bad experience as a colt getting bitten on the nose

[@captainmarvel6403]

Who cares if she wasnt thrown off? She still fell off the horse because the dog was panicking the horse. The owner didn’t do anything.

[@lux4785]

Maybe a child with so little experience and level shouldn't be there in the first place But I agree it's still all the dog owner's fault Walking away from his uncontrolled unleached dog attacking horses with children on them... What a stupid owner

[@eviegrace2283]

@@lux4785 it’s a riding school and I go there, they clearly can’t control the horse if a dog is launching at its tail and neck

[@lux4785]

@@eviegrace2283 that why you don't bring a beginner outdoors in the first place Riding schools have special structures to learn how to ride, if they know they cant control their horses then don't put a child on it while hoping to not encounter any dog Though experienced riders actually can control their horse and not fall off when it startles Again the disgusting behavior from the dog's owner is still the main problem.

[@eviegrace2283]

@@lux4785 how do u know they’re a beginner? They say you have to be really confident in canter enough to go into a gallop. Idk what beginners you know that can go into a gallop so don’t assume stuff

[@mdee860]

What about the child that got thrown? S/he could have been hurt. That is insane. Kind of wondering why the adults didn't get off & chase that dog off? Let the child fend for him/herself? 🤯 Shame on the dog owner for being so irresponsible.

[@Pohlmaster]

Trying to chase a dog away from something the dog wants to chase is nearly impossible and would only ad More Chaos and Stress to the Situation, it would frightening the horse even more and a person Running around the horse could geht kicked by the horse. The other riders were keeping their horses calm, which was really important at that point.

[@mdee860]

@@Pohlmaster - all true- the whole situation was insane. I agree, hard enough to keep any horse calm when a barking fury is trying to attack them, let alone multiple horses. Really surprised the horses didn't kick out at that dog!? I guess they are used to barn dogs & wete so confused. As said, an all around horrible, horrible situation. Not sure why that dog owner didn't get fined??

[@cyflym11]

If I got off my horse in that situation I'd never hold him and he might run over someone else so it's a hard choice, especially in the heat of the moment.

[@mdee860]

@@cyflym11 - Yes, I agree. I do realize everyone was doing the best they could whilst worrying about whether their horse was going to be bitten, etc. Just a horrible, sad situation because dog owner let off leash.

[@thecutieandpandafam1650]

Say the people that say Cat kill too much animal Well dog can kill a big animal

[@bibarel4665]

Giovanna Barison this is why cats should not be allowed out side. They kill so many birds and other small animals, not just invasive species like rats.

[@CanIGetTheUhhhhh-]

I Think I Had A Stroke While Reading This- All Jokes Aside, I Don’t Think A Dog Can Do Such Thing. Injure A Big Animal? Sure; but Killing A Big Animal? Pshhhh; not Likely.

[@thecutieandpandafam1650]

@@CanIGetTheUhhhhh- really have you see a dog injured a cow or horse they are the one causing the other animal to endangered

[@mikaelafox6106]

Very bad dog owner. That child could’ve been trampled after being thrown and then what? Blame the horse? No. Blame the dog owner for not knowing their dog and not training it properly.

[@JbirdL2233]

Keep your dogs on a F leash!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@alyssablondin3763]

Well its also just the simple fact that there's leash laws for a reason. Whether a dog is well trained and behaved or not, there's leash laws for a reason (in most places anyways) so keep your dog on a leash. If you have your own property on a farm then that's a totally different story. But if you are in a public area, keep your dog on a leash. Doesn't matter how friendly it may be.

[@mandyaitken3406]

If that was my dog (it wouldn't be, i don't know if mine would chase horses and i dont intend to find out, as soon as i see or hear a horse they are straight on their leads). But if it was my dog I'd be frantically trying to grab it. Was the owner even there. I saw someone on foot but they were just pottering about. Poor kid. Also, what a refreshing change to see a horse rider who isnt a karen, I've never met one of those before

[@Villemey]

That dog could easily have been killed!! What were the owners thinking

[@emmafray5192]

I can understand if your dog has never seen horses, cause it would have never have been trained, how to properly act around them. But still if I was with my dog who never leaves my side who is under a year old. if I saw horses approaching I would lead her as I would not know how she would respond to them, the owner on the beach doesn't seem to care. I hope the little girl is okay

[@AA_Equestrian]

Irresponsible dog owners are the worst 😡 I hope the girl was okay 😅

[@HammyCare1]

Boxer owners especially should know better! As a second time boxer owner I know how high their prey drive is, and how energetic and reactive they can be!

[@dededenver9560]

People need to see for themselves what happens to a dog that's kicked in the head. It drops and seizes with slack jaw because it's broken, and an eye popped out. Dead in a few minutes. Leash your damn dogs!!!

[@bea2307]

I strongly dislike dogs

[@ssorachel357]

If that were my dog and if they caused injuries on other people or animals i would put them down,

[@terryrussel3369]

My Sincere Respect for the trainers and riders of these horses, but as for the dog owner, if the HUMANS aren't trained properly and held responsible for their selfish, stubborn attitude the animals don't stand a chance. You may love your dog but obviously not enough to train yourself and that pet. I've heard stories of adopted and 'tamed' feral Mustangs who are down right intolerant of all dogs and defend themselves with extreme prejudice. Domesticated horses don't get that kind of exposure to danger in our barns and pastures. Neighbors lost a Hafflinger Mare to a pack of coyote last year.

[@callyb54]

I'm glad the little girl and her pony were ok. The dog owner was lucky they weren't carting the dog off to the vets with a broken leg at best and/or internal injuries at worst from a kick from the ponies back legs or a strike from the front legs of the pony. And a law suit for a dangerously out of control dog. That little girl could have been dragged, trodden on etc etc. Dog owners (and I'm one of them)....please....train your dogs.

[@MegaPlexy]

DON'T KEEP YOUR IDIOT AMSTAFF / PITBULL / WAD EVER IDIOT MIX / OFF-LEASH ! If I was there, I'd surely go and ride over any that kind of dog !

[@horseygurl143]

This happened to me once years ago, but I fell onto a gravel road! I did have a hard hat on, however that dog got me beat up! When I hit the road, I splattered and it was a mess. I'm a dog lover but loose dogs don't need to be around horses!!!

[@annieridesagain3867]

Dog owner thought trainers worth more than a child's wellfare and more than his dog's life . Why didn't he just take them off his feet ?

[@helios3217]

Glad the lady speaking isn’t a Karen horse owner. This could’ve ended badly for everyone!

[@crazyhorzegirl5850]

This is one of my biggest fears like if I’m walking my dog and he gets off the leash or sees horses and pulled me down and I would feel so horrible for the writer and it’s one thing if you’ll let your dog off the leash and he don’t have a proper recall like this and that’s another story when it actually happens which both of them suck because the rider in the horse we get home or your dog but yes this is really sad that this happened and that it continues to happen

[@FrOgFrIeND753]

This is why people should be able to carry a weapon to protect their animals from being attacked.

[@Maryam_eqq]

And the owners just stand their, I hate the respect us riders get. I nearly got ran over by a racing car on a tiny road the other day, and they purposely blew they’re engine after and my horse spoked!! If you know your dogs going to affect a horse or is hyper, put it on a lead!!!!

[@serenaspry5575]

Omg how's the young girl and horse going , that bloody dog should get put down - it didn't stop having ago at the poor horse 🐎 it's a pity the horse didn't kick the dog

[@LunaTemari]

if you cant recall your dog, its not supposed to be offlead.. not even in an offlead area. train. your. dog.

[@TheReevessss]

Dogs usually know where to kick a dog. Give warning kick.

[@mace8873]

Had I been one of those people who had to restrain the dog, the dog wouldn't have gotten back up.

[@RowynnM]

IF YOU CANT CONTROL YOUR DOG DONT LET THEM NEAR HORSES.

[@birbsplease3388]

The owner let him continue, he probably didnt realise that the horse can do major damage or end the dog, it puts the child, the horse, and the dog in danger, if you cant contain your dog dont let it off the leash.

[@mariekiraly100]

That's a PIT BULL not a boxer!

[@The-real-Tobias]

Why are people so irresponsible with their dogs if those people ride horses there often someone should of known and also ur not supposed to have dogs off leash in public places for this reason like if u know your dog by be controlled or attacks things like that they should be on leash at all times I just hope that girl was ok