Surgery needed after dog attack
A young girl has undergone reconstructive surgery in hospital after being mauled by a bull mastiff in Masterton on Saturday, one of two dog attacks over the weekend which have sparked debate over dog control laws.
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Pitbull victim's face of courage
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A man who went to check on a burglary at his neighbour's house was attacked by a police dog, which bit through a nerve in his little finger.
Police dog bites toddler
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