A YOUNG boy was attacked by a dog while he was walking along a footpath in Newtown, police have confirmed.
The child was attacked by a white dog as he walked on a pathway in Newtown.
Dyfed-Powys Police is now warning parents to be on guard after the latest in a spate of vicious attacks by dogs across the region.
The boy has not been named, but was attacked in Lon Gwern, Trehafren, at 12.40pm on Saturday.
It is understood his injuries are not serious.
Meanwhile the police are reminding dog owners to demonstrate responsibility when walking their dogs in public.
The warning follows a spate of incidents in which dogs have bitten or displayed aggression towards other dogs and members of the public.
Powys Superintendent Huw Meredith said: “Members of our communities should be able to walk in public spaces safely.
“The law gives the public protection from any type of dog, which is dangerously out of control in a public place, or in a private place where it has no right to be.
“Dyfed-Powys Police has a team of officers trained to identify illegal dogs, and along with our partner agencies we have procedures in place to respond and take action where appropriate.”
If you suspect that someone owns an illegal dog you should contact the police on 101. Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
In addition, Dyfed-Powys Police and partner agencies will always seize any dog that is believed to be a threat to the owner, their household or the general public.
For further information there are various organisations you can contact for general advice, such as the Kennel Club or the Dog’s Trust.