On the other hand, some felt that the dog’s owners didn’t deserve sympathy, considering that they let the animal roam free.
“I don’t feel sorry for them one bit. Have the same problem in my neighborhood. Everyone thinks it is free range country for dogs and cats. My dogs do not leave my property without my permission,” one reader commented.
“Keep your dog on a leash! If you cared about your fur friend you would take better care of them,” another wrote.
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“Is it just me or if your dog was controlled you would not have this problem take some blame,” a third added.
“Speeding is bad, but your dog and kids are your responsibility to keep them out of the street,” a fourth chimed in.
“I am sorry for your loss but your dog should be in a fenced yard or on a leash,” another reader wrote.