Dogs euthanized after attacking child and parent

Three dogs in Waupun have been euthanized after they attacked and severely injured a child earlier this month.

The attack occurred in the 200 block of Fond du Lac Street and police say the child’s father was also bit while trying to get the dogs away from the child. That child has since returned home after being treated for multiple bites, including a puncture wound to the head.

Police investigating the matter and had the dogs quarantined for 10 days to watch for signs of rabies and after the 10 day period, the dogs were put down.

The dog owner has been issued numerous ordinance citations for Animals at Large, Failure to License Dogs, and Rabies Control. Criminal charges are also being reviewed for a referral to the Fond du Lac County DA’s Office.