American Akita and a French Bulldog seized after dog killed

A five-month-old cavapoo, a crossbreed of a Cavalier King Charles spaniel and a poodle, was “mauled to death” in West Bar Street, Banbury on Good Friday.

Owner Eddie Reeves said the attack happened “in an instant” and described there being “blood all over me and our baby”.

Thames Valley Police were called to the attack and have seized the two dogs part of the attack – including an American Akita and a French Bulldog.

French Bulldog

Mr Reeves, who is also a Cherwell district councillor, warned people with babies or small dogs to stay ‘well away’ from an address in West Bar Street.

He said: “Our darling cavapoo, Coco, has just been mauled to death while walking in town with our five-month-old baby.

“It happened in an instant. There is blood all over me and our baby, neither of whom were bitten.

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“Thames Valley Police are on their way, but the number of young men with dangerous dogs in this country is out of control. The dogs need to be put down.”

Politicians have rallied around Mr Reeves in light of his beloved dog’s death.

Councillor Andrew Crichton said: “Eddie, I am so sorry to read this. Absolutely disgusting that this has happened. May Coco rest in peace. My condolences to you and your family.”

Banbury MP Sean Woodcock said: “This is really awful Eddie. I’m so sorry to read this. My condolences to you and your family.”

A baby American Akita (Image: Wiki)

Councillor Simon Weston added: “That is awful.! So sorry to read this. I hope the police take the appropriate action.”

It is an offence to let a dog be dangerously out of control whether that’s in public or private. This can include making someojne worry they might injure them, according to Thames Valley Police.

A Thames Valley Police spokeswoman said: “At around 9.15am on Friday, April 3, we were called to a dangerous dog incident in West Bar Street, Banbury

“Two dogs attacked a cavapoo dog who was being walked. The cavapoo dog sadly died from its injuries.

“An investigation has since been launched and both other dogs have been seized.

“Anyone with information about this attack is asked to call 101 or make an online report via our website, quoting reference number 43260161850.”

Eddie Reeves (Image: Contributed)

The Royal Canin says the American Akita is a “heavy-boned, muscular dog whose striking, noble looks and somewhat dominant personality” make an impression.

“Renowned for their fearlessness and deep sense of loyalty, American Akitas have a long history as both guardians and sporting dogs,” it says.

Meanwhile, French Bulldogs are described as “stocky and chock full of personality” but make “fantastic” companions.

“Don’t be fooled by that serious look on their face: there’s usually a playful dog hidden within,” it added. “The French Bulldog is an adaptable breed that just wants to have fun.”