Shocking photos show a little girl’s horrific injuries after she was mauled by her family’s dog.
The young child was attacked by a two-year-old Doberman at a house in Sheffield on Friday, October 25.
The dog was placed on the couch and the girl tried to kiss him, but the animal reacted and mauled the child’s head.
Gruesome photos of the little girl after the attack showed the side of her face and ears covered in blood, and she was taken to hospital for surgery.
The dog responsible for causing injury to the child was seized by South Yorkshire Police and will be put to sleep.
Gruesome photos of the little girl after the attack show the side of her face and ears covered in blood
The young girl was taken to hospital where she required surgery for her injuries
As Halloween and Bonfire Night approach again this year, police have warned owners and parents to be alert.
Sergeant Matt Duffy said: “We continue to see children bitten by dogs in South Yorkshire.
‘We are working hard to reduce the risk of dangerous dogs to our communities, but we need your help.
“You know your family, you know your dog.
‘As we approach a time of year when things are a little different, people are dressed up and there may be more visitors to your home, take action.
‘Also keep in mind that when a dog has been exposed to stress or anxiety, it may take a few days for the effects to wear off.
‘It is important that you are vigilant and provide your dog with a safe place.’
South Yorkshire Police said they received 126 reports of dangerous dogs between October 28 and November 8, 34 of which resulted in a person being seriously injured.
A spokesperson for South Yorkshire Police said: ‘As Halloween and Bonfire Night approach, we are releasing images of a child being mauled by a family dog to urge parents to take action.
‘If a busy and ‘other’ period comes around, be aware that any dog can bite and cause serious injury and you are more likely to be bitten by a known dog in your home.
‘We urge parents to take action and share photos of a child recently mauled by a pet; this can happen to anyone, any dog can cause damage.”