Dog attacks spiked since pandemic, new Ottawa stats show

Ottawa bylaw received 562 reports involving aggressive dogs in 2020. That increased to 845 last year.

Dog attacks spiked since pandemic, new Ottawa stats show
A sign on the fence indicates dogs are allowed in a former baseball field Tuesday March 31, 2020 in Ottawa. The city has closed dog parks and playgrounds to help fight COVD-19.

Ottawa bylaw received 562 reports involving aggressive dogs in 2020. That increased to 845 last year.