December 28, 2007

FLORIDA – An Orange County, Fla. neighborhood is reeling today after a pack of dogs got loose and terrorized their town – killing three cats and attacking onlookers.

Residents say they heard the animals causing a ruckus, and by the time animal control arrived, three cats had been killed and one man was nearly mauled.

The animals' owner is out of town, and the man responsible for their care says someone must have let the dogs loose. Local authorities have not yet determined who will be held responsible. Although, behaviorists say dogs typically form packs when they're searching for food, indicating the canines were hungry when they went on their journey.

Animal services were able to collect six of the dogs. The seventh, a grey pit bull, couldn't be located.

Officials have yet to issue citations, but a dangerous dog inquiry has been launched. That means the owner, who is currently reported to be in Thailand, would have to follow strict rules in caring for the animals or have them surrendered. If surrendered, it is likely the animals could be euthanized.

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