Resident's Dog Suffers Fatal Hit on Route 31 Sunday Afternoon
The dog belongs to a family in the area, fire officials said. Here’s what happened.
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A dog was hit by a car Sunday afternoon on Route 31 and did not survive, the Geneva Fire Department said.
The crash occurred near North 1st (Route 31) and North streets. Geneva Fire was dispatched to the scene at about 4 p.m., Fire Lt. Fred Tichenor said.
The dog, identified as a pit bull by fire officials, was dead when they arrived to the crash. Tichenor said the dogs' owners live in Geneva. They were at the scene and were obviously upset about what happened.
The crash took place after the dog got loose, Tichenor said.
"The dog ran in the roadway, is my understanding," he said. "It ran towards another dog."
The dog was struck by a Nissan Pathfinder sport-utility vehicle traveling northbound on Route 31. The female driving the SUV is from out of town, Tichenor said. The vehicle was not damaged and the female was unhurt.
Further information on this incident was not immediately available.
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Sal
9:15 pm on Sunday, January 6, 2013
I saw a dead raccoon on Fabyan Parkway.
Holy Moly!!!
12:23 am on Monday, January 7, 2013
Is an animal getting hit by a car really a breaking news event? Or even newsworthy for that matter?
Crystal Louden
6:20 am on Monday, January 7, 2013
I'm happy to live in an area where there so little real crime that this story makes the news!!!! HAHA
marsha engle
6:41 am on Monday, January 7, 2013
You are so wrong here folks. This is a warning to those of us that live around Rt 31 and have dogs. You obviously do not have a dog, or you would understand why this is news. This is news, it is heartbreaking news.
Maggie J
5:14 pm on Monday, January 7, 2013
Irtainally agree. Anyone who has a dog or has d a do will understand how vey sad it is for a family to lose their pet that way.
Rudy
7:15 am on Monday, January 7, 2013
Sounds like a sad story but a pitbull going after another dog? it seems Karma might have interveened! Sorry to its owners.
Kari Fikar
7:48 am on Monday, January 7, 2013
They never said it was going after it aggressively. It could have been a neighbors' dog it was going over to play with. Let's not judge the dog breed please. This is an absolute tragedy. I feel greatly for the family.
Dawn Malone
7:50 am on Monday, January 7, 2013
rudy, don't jump to the conclusion that running towards another dog meant going after it----- could have wanted to play. my deepest condolences to this family for their loss.
Richard
8:16 am on Monday, January 7, 2013
The other dog is very lucky, the SUV saved it from being attacked by the pit bull.
The owner of the pit bull should be fined for not controlling their dog!!
I feel sorry for the driver of the SUV for having to go through this.
Jason
8:41 am on Monday, January 7, 2013
Sounds like a lot of folks on this post have bought into the negative perception of the Pit Bull Terrier. Are you sure the dog was “on the attack” or is it what you think you “know?”
My condolences to the family that lost their pet.
M. Lindborg
9:47 am on Monday, January 7, 2013
My God, stop bitching/complaining about Pit Bull dogs!
When does a car hitting a dog make the news?
Patch--you have lost it!
<3 Geneva
9:55 am on Monday, January 7, 2013
Horrible for the family, but this is why there are leash laws.
joe torre
10:04 am on Monday, January 7, 2013
I agree with you Rudy. When I walk my golden retriever and a pit bull comes by I am very nervous. Say what you want pit bull lovers, but what other breed do you see in the papers when people are seriously injured or in some cases killed. Sorry to the owners,
Julie
11:19 am on Monday, January 7, 2013
The human race is responsible for the pit breed being wrecked. They are extremely strong, smart dogs and it is the humans that made some of them fighting dogs. Please look up the breeds that bite the most, and you won't see Pits in the number one, two or third spot. Poodles are actually more aggresive breeds, but they are weaker and smaller. Either way, ANY dog can be aggressive. On a recent walk, my golden was attacked by a cocker spaniel..viciously. I find it odd that this story made the Patch, but it is a sad situation for sure. Someone most likely lost a much loved pet. Leashes are very important, but I think most pet owners can say there is one time or two when our Fido has gotten away from us unexpectedly. Remember, it's the Michael Vicks of the world who are responsible...not the breeds.
Julie
11:49 am on Monday, January 7, 2013
I stand corrected on my top 3 biters list comment. After looking up several, pit bulls do make it on some of them. Most Pit Bulls I have come across are friendly but one never knows how one will react to certain situations. I think it's normal for most people to be overly cautious of them, just like I'm afraid of cocker spaniels since the one I came in contact with attacked my dog who would only play with others. You've got to use common sense when introducing dogs to each other. This is why I never feel comfortable at a dog park because I've seen many dogs go after each other.
Northwoods03
11:36 am on Monday, January 7, 2013
Our family's dog was just viciously attacked by our neighbor's "very gentile, friendly pit bull", to the tune of more than $1,000.00, for eyelid surgery, and 56 staples to repair 38 wounds. Love them if you will, believe you are the one that can train and control them, but don't trust them.
P. S. I do empathize with the dog's owners and the driver.
joe torre
12:01 pm on Monday, January 7, 2013
Sorry to hear about your dog Northwoods. I hope he will be ok. Who in their right mind would want a Pit bull as a pet. A pet is something you want to hold and pet and have fun with that is good with kids and any other people or other dogs. What ever anyone says about how good pit bulls are you waisting your time trying to convince me. They should ban this breed in this country PERIOD.
Lindsey
1:53 pm on Monday, January 7, 2013
I'm the one the pit bull was coming for. I was walking my lab. I guess I am a whimp, but this was tramatice for me, the driver and the owner of Cooper. Please restrain your pet so, they cannot break loose and be hit. Whether Cooper was coming to play or fight, I do not know, the thought, of fighting is terrifying. But the owner was heart broken, and I may never take my dog for a walk again. So many things can go wrong cars, fights, getting loose, whatever else is out there. Please be careful so no one else has to go through this. I wish I would have left 5 minutes later, earlier or just watched the game.
Julie
2:00 pm on Monday, January 7, 2013
Lindsey, of course you are not a wimp! I'm sure it was an awful situation to be in and I know that I would also be very, very upset if I were involved in it at any level. It wasn't your fault.
Denise
3:10 pm on Monday, January 7, 2013
Lindsey I'm sorry you had to witness such a horrific scene. I witnessed our neighbor's pit bull attack our dog, watching him tearing our dog up. It's been three weeks and the vision hasn't gone away. Somehow I grabbed the pit bull and got him off our dog. I'm very lucky it didn't bite me and our dog is on the mends. My thoughts to all involved.
Lindsey
3:51 pm on Monday, January 7, 2013
That sounds horrible! I am sorry you had that experience. It is amazing what can happen. I am so glad you could save your dog. All my best!
Beth Ritchason
4:48 pm on Monday, January 7, 2013
I am sorry for all involved. But the facts remain: 1) dog off leash, criminal offense. 2) pit bulls statistically have a high attack rate.3) Yes, people are responsible for turning this breed into one to be feared. 4) We have no idea if the dog was going to attack another dog. However, If anyone wants a link to worldwide statistics on dog breeds and number of attacks and deaths, let me know. Numbers tell quite a story.
Beth Ritchason
6:33 pm on Monday, January 7, 2013
Here you go. Look at the numbers. Read to the bottom. Pits are it. Sad but true (and poodles aren't on the list)
Dog bite-related fatalities in the United States
Year Total # Most fatal attacks by # Second-most fatal attacks by
1988 1 Labrador Retriever (2) (100%)
2001 3 Presa canario (1) (33.33%)
Unknown strays (1) (33.33%)
Pit bull (1) (33.33%)
2002 2 German Shepherd (1) (50%) Rottweiler (1) (50%)
2003 8 Pit bull-type (4) (50%)
2004 8 3 Pit bull-type one Pit bull/Labrador Retriever mix (4) (50%)
2005 29 Pit bull (12) (39%) Rottweiler (6) (21%)
2006 29 Pit bull (12) (40%) Rottweiler (9) (31%)
2007 34 Pit bull (15) (41%) Rottweiler (4) (12%)
2008 23 Pit bull (11) (43%) Husky (3) (13%)
2009 30 Pit bull (11) (32%) Rottweiler (4) (13%)
2010 33 Pit bull (19) (57%) Rottweiler (4) (12%)
2011 15 Pit bull or "Pit bull type" (9) (60%) Rottweiler (2) (16.66%)
2012 18 Pit bull or "Pit bull type" (11) (61%)
Julie
7:22 pm on Monday, January 7, 2013
I highlighted ten breeds of dog that have become subject to bans throughout the world for their immensity and aggression. The fact is, big dogs often get a bum rap. Many little dogs bite as much, if not more frequently than their larger brethren. Because of their smaller size, the bites aren’t serious and rarely require medical attention, which skews the statistics unfairly. Below is a list of ten breeds that, while small or not otherwise overtly intimidating, are frequently underestimated. 1. Chihuahua, Beagle, Pekingese, Shar Pei, Bull terrier, Cocker Spaniel, Dalmation, Jack Russell Terrier, Chow Chow and Dashshund. Smaller dog, smaller bite. Again, any dog can bite. I had a pure bred golden that had many bad traits. He had terrible allergies, terrible separation anxiety, and was extremely protective of me. When he bit my daughter in the face because she startled him, I had no choice and had to put him to sleep the same day. I loved him dearly, but he was a risk to others. Never have I had an aggressive lab before, and I've had quite a few.