After the attack on a group of kindergarten children in Carnikava, two dogs that bit six children and a teacher were placed in an animal hotel in Baltezers. According to the owner, they will not return home, reports [TV3 News](https://tv3.lv/zinas/latvija/sabiedriba/nevarejam-iedomaties-ka-tas-notiks-carnikavas-suni-majas-neatgriezisies/). Meanwhile, two of the injured children continue to receive treatment at the Children's Clinical University Hospital. The kindergarten reported that their condition remains stable. "We contacted the parents of the injured. The situation is stable. Both girls are in the hospital. We hope for their speedy recovery," said the head of the kindergarten "Riekstiņš", Baiba Gaidamovicha. ## How the dogs ended up on the street The owner of the animals, Ivo Vasilievskis, stated that, according to his version, the dogs ran out from the territory of a private house due to a combination of circumstances. He said that at that moment, specialists were working on the site, repairing the sewage system. They opened a gate that, according to the owner, should not have been opened, after which the animals ran away. "We could not imagine that this could happen. The territory was equipped so that the dogs could not get out," he stated. Vasilievskis also mentioned that the dogs were brought from Russia four years ago. According to him, they grew up around small children and had not shown aggression before. ## The animals will not return home After the incident, the owners decided to give up further keeping the dogs. The animals are currently in a dog hotel in Baltezers. According to the owner, he intends to find new owners for them, and the dogs are planned to be separated, as the breeder warned of the risk of similar incidents occurring again. "No, they definitely will not return home. We are thinking of finding them a place somewhere in the countryside," said Vasilievskis. ## The police are awaiting the results of examinations The State Police continues the criminal process. For now, forensic examinations are being appointed to determine the severity of the injuries sustained by the children. "When we receive the results of the examinations, it will become clear what the future fate of the dogs will be," said State Police representative Simona Gravite. Until the investigation is completed, the animals remain isolated, and the owner is required to ensure that similar situations do not occur again. ## Problems with vaccination have been revealed During the investigation, another important circumstance became known — the dogs did not receive timely revaccination against rabies. The Food and Veterinary Service reported that no clinical signs of disease were found in the animals. Nevertheless, according to requirements, they will be under veterinary supervision for ten days. ## Veterinarians urge caution in transferring dogs to new owners Lita Konopore, a representative of the Latvian Veterinary Association, believes that after the dog attack, the animals should have been immediately seized and placed under state control. In her opinion, this would allow for a thorough examination of the animals, including vaccination control. The expert also questioned the appropriateness of the idea of finding a new family for the dogs. "It is unacceptable to transfer an animal to a new family if it poses a risk and threat to society. Who will be responsible?" emphasized Konopore. She added that after such an attack, there is a high probability of repeated aggressive behavior. ## Possible criminal liability for the owner The Ministry of Agriculture reminds that Latvian legislation holds animal owners responsible for harm caused by a dog to a person. Depending on the results of the investigation, the owner may be held criminally liable. At the same time, the lawyer for the injured children, Saulvedis Varpinsh, criticized the actions of the police. In his opinion, law enforcement agencies are too slow to document the bodily injuries of the victims, although bruises and hematomas may disappear over time. The investigation into the attack continues, and final decisions regarding the fate of the dogs and the possible liability of their owner will be made after all examinations are completed. The tragedy in Carnikava has already led to discussions not only about the safety of children but also about the need to tighten control over dog ownership and the responsibility of their owners.
