The Brief
- A Milwaukee police officer was bitten by a stray dog last week while responding to a loose animal complaint.
- MADACC’s Kate Hartlund said people should report stray dogs, provide photos and locations, and avoid chasing them.
- The Wisconsin Humane Society said June, July and August bring the highest stray dog and cat intake numbers.
MILWAUKEE – A Milwaukee police officer was bitten by a stray dog last week while responding to a loose animal call, and animal experts say there are steps people can take to keep themselves and strays safe.
What we know:
As temperatures rise, so do the number of stray animals, according to the Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Commission.
“We get stray dogs in, every single day, all day,” said Kate Hartlund, community engagement coordinator for MADACC.…