A two-year-old girl from Zlatoust suffered serious injuries after a dog attack, including multiple bite wounds and a fractured forearm. This incident was reported through REN TV and details are being clarified by local authorities.
The episode took place in a private residential area of Zlatoust. While the mother walked with her daughter along a narrow path between houses, the child noticed a group of dogs resting inside a covered enclosure. Curious, the girl moved closer to the barred enclosure and was bitten through the metal bars by a Rottweiler. The bite occurred while the dogs were secured behind the protective bars, highlighting a dangerous interaction between a child and an unsecured or inadequately secured animal enclosure.
Eyewitnesses described the moment: a bystander said the girl approached the birdcage of a private home and was bitten through the bars by the Rottweiler, emphasizing how quickly a seemingly contained situation can escalate into a serious injury when animals are not properly managed.
Emergency responders transported the child to a medical facility where medical professionals diagnosed multiple bites and a fracture in both bones of the left forearm. The exact sequence of events and contributing factors are still under investigation as authorities review the enclosure, animal control records, and supervision at the time of the incident. Reports indicate that as many as 18 dogs of various breeds were housed in the indoor area near the incident site, suggesting potential concerns about containment, supervision, and risk management in private properties with multiple animals.
Across different regions, similar dog-related incidents have raised questions about safety around pets and multi-dog enclosures. In Uglegorsk, Sakhalin, a separate report noted that a seven-year-old girl was attacked by a pack of dogs, underscoring a broader pattern of risk when children are near groups of canines. Local authorities and animal welfare agencies typically respond with a mix of medical care for injured victims, investigations into enclosure safety, and guidance for families on how to prevent such events in the future. The ongoing inquiry will help determine specific liability and safety measures needed to protect children in residential areas where dogs are present.