Shots fired at service dog while protecting owner from aggressive pit bull, deputies say

HOUSTON – A gun was pulled during a dog attack Tuesday at an apartment complex in northwest Harris County, according to deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office.

Deputies responded to a disturbance involving a gun after a caller stated they were being attacked by a pit bull while with their service dog at the Venti Apartments in the 14300 block of Ella Boulevard.

The caller told law enforcement their service dog protected them during the attack. During the incident, the owner of the pit bull reportedly pulled out a gun and fired shots at the service dog.

Deputies said they are actively searching for the suspect, who may still be in the area.

EMS was requested to evaluate the complainant as a precaution.