And send for obedience training...

The incident in Carnikava, when two dogs (a husky and a malamute) bit children, prompted the Ministry of Agriculture to develop a draft Cabinet of Ministers' regulations on how to act in case a pet attacks another animal or a person. "A dog that has attacked another animal or a person is to be removed from the territory used by the owner or keeper while the administrative offense or criminal process is ongoing, in such a way as to prevent any possible risk of the dog attacking again. The dog must be on a strong leash, the length of which ensures effective control of the animal in the specific situation. In places with a high flow of people, the dog should be on a short leash to minimize the risk of threatening surrounding people and animals. In areas where there are few people and no threat to others, a longer leash can be used, allowing the dog to move more freely and exhibit natural behavior, while still maintaining control over the animal. A muzzle with a closed snout prevents the dog from biting a person or another animal. The dog must be walked by a person who is at least 18 years old and capable of controlling the dog's behavior, as an adult is better able to objectively assess the specific situation that may arise during the walk and manage the dog accordingly to prevent it from attacking. During the walk, one person walks one dog at a time, ensuring full attention and control over the specific animal. Joint walks are allowed, where several people each walk their own dog. A dog that has already attacked another animal or a person is not allowed to be left unattended outside the territory owned by the owner or keeper, for example, tied to a bench or in another publicly accessible place. This requirement is established to minimize the risk of the dog attacking again and to ensure the safety of the community and other animals. By leaving such a dog without immediate supervision, the owner or keeper cannot promptly control the dog's actions and prevent a possible threat, therefore, a dog that has previously exhibited aggressive behavior must be under the supervision and control of the owner or keeper to minimize the risk of a repeat incident as much as possible. A dog that has attacked a person or another animal is not allowed to participate in exhibitions and events involving animals. This restriction is a preventive safety measure aimed at reducing the risk to the safety of people and other animals at public events where a large number of people and animals are in one place. Since the dog has already exhibited aggressive behavior, there is an increased risk of a repeated threat, so the ban on participation is intended to prevent this risk. It is necessary to undergo obedience training for the dog with the personal participation of the owner or keeper of the dog. The owner or keeper of the dog— the person who takes care of the dog daily and walks it— must participate in the training," the draft regulations state, which are likely to be adopted at the upcoming government meeting on September 15.