'We heard what can only be described as crunching bones' - man saves dog's life in horrific Fleetwood attack
A man bravely intervened when a dog attacked another in a disturbing incident on Fleetwood promenade.
The man, who didn’t wish to be named - and his partner - tried to open the jaw of what was believed to be a Staffordshire bull terrier when it ‘locked itself’ onto the mouth and head of the other dog, believed to be a toy poodle.
He said: “It was horrific, the Staffy had locked its self on to the other dog and wouldn't let go, blood everywhere.
“The owner of the Staffy tried everything he could to get it off and the lady owner of the other dog was in hysterics.
“My partner had the other dog as I tried to open the jaw of the dog but no joy.
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“With every minute passed we heard what can only be described as the sound of crunching bones as it kept the pressure on.
“Eventually I choked the Staffy making him pass out which in-turn released his bite enough for the other dog to wiggle out.
“We were both covered in blood, the Staffy was fine and the owner said he was taking it to be put down as it was a new rescue dog to him.
“The other dog was wrapped up in a hoodie and the owner was taking it to the emergency vets.
“It was a pretty shocking incident.”
The incident happened on Sunday afternoon near to the boating lake.
People took to social media to praise the man for his bravery.
One person said: “You were both brilliant and so brave! It was absolutely shocking to see. Praying the little dog is ok.”
In a separate post, it appeared that the toy poodle was making a full recovery after its ordeal including emergency surgery.
Wyre Borough Council has been approached for a comment.