23/10/2024
On Sunday October 20th, around 16 hrs, my dog Barley was attacked by a gigantic Boerboel (see example photo, although this Boerboel was more of a reddish brown). Location was near beach place Nederzandt, in the dunes in Noordwijk. This Boerboel was not on a leash, came running from a distance and immediately attacked Barley, who was resting underneath a bench along the walking path. Boerboels weigh around 80 kilos. This dog went for his throat and tried to kill him. Just in time he let go.
We took Barley to the animal hospital. He survived, but is in a bad state right now, both physically (at least 5 biting wounds, possibly other damage) as well as mentally. He is severely traumatized and is too scared to relax.
The German owner, who called herself Nele, spoke excellent English. She seemed sincerely upset and gave us a mobile number (that doesnt work...). We were too much in shock to ask for other information. Nele was accompanied by a man and 2 children, a boy and a teenage girl.
If you recognize these people please PM me. If you recognize yourself in this story and you are the owner of this Boerboel please PM me to handle this in a decent way.
boerboel Noordwijk from Germany terrier attacked by Boerboel Boerboel