[szky]

Having a number of years in law enforcement, whenever we served a warrant, we did our homework and checked out the location. If there was a dog present, we would have Animal Control with us to handle the dog. If it was a fluid situation (like a foot pursuit) an Officer would do what he'd have to do not get hurt. With Tasers being so available, this incident might encourage this Department to buy them.

The suspects I dealt with were not wanted for non-support warrants. But, since the dog would delay and/or distract an Officer, thus allowing the suspect to either arm himself or flee, this must be taken into consideration. Which would not be the dogs fault since the owner was a jerk.