The Brief
- An 11-month-old Sheltie named Stella was attacked by an unleashed dog in Center City.
- Stella’s owner faces a $9,000 veterinary bill and has started a GoFundMe.
- Philadelphia police are investigating the attack.
PHILADELPHIA – An 11-month-old puppy named Stella is recovering after a violent attack by an unleashed dog in Center City, leaving her with severe injuries.
Puppy attacked near Wanamaker Building
What we know:
Stella was attacked by an unleashed pit bull outside the Wanamaker Building, near Chestnut and Juniper streets.
Her owner, J. Bazzel, was walking her to work when the dog, allegedly owned by a homeless person, lunged at Stella and crushed both bones in her front left leg. …