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Woman nearly loses arm in attack by foster dog she saved from euthanasia
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Mickaela Castillo , as published by Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· August 21, 2026
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Key points Further details about the attack and the woman's condition are available from the source. The woman had worked with the rescue Desert Dog Project to bring Benny into her home.
A woman who had been fostering dogs for nearly five years was severely injured by a dog she had taken in. The dog, named Benny, was brought home after being removed from a euthanasia list. Despite having no prior issues with foster dogs, the woman was attacked and left with serious injuries, including being unable to use her arms months later.
The incident occurred after the woman had the dog for nearly a month. Further details about the attack and the woman's condition are available from the source. The woman had worked with the rescue Desert Dog Project to bring Benny into her home.
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Published: August 21, 2026 ·
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