Glasgow: Two-year-old boy mauled by dog, animal euthanised

In a shocking incident, a two-year-old boy in Glasgow, Scotland, was mauled by a dog inside a property. The incident happened

on Monday, at a residence on Mybster Place in the Govan area at around 9.55 am. The young boy was taken to hospital by ambulance for treatment. Meanwhile, authorities have euthanised the dog even as police enquiries into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

A Police Scotland spokesperson told the Daily Record: "Around 9.55am on Monday, October 26, 2026, we were called to a report of a two-year-old boy being attacked by a dog within a property on Mybster Place in Glasgow. The child was taken to hospital by ambulance for treatment to injuries. The dog was euthanised. Enquiries are ongoing."

Dog attack incidents in Scotland

The incident comes amid concerns over dog attacks and the demands they place on emergency services. As per reports, police recorded 880 call-outs related to dog attacks in 2025, averaging more than two incidents a day.

The figures highlight the importance of responsible dog ownership and appropriate precautions to prevent attacks, particularly when young children are around animals.

Investigation underway

Police Scotland is continuing to investigate the circumstances of the Glasgow attack. Authorities have not disclosed further details about the child's injuries or the circumstances leading up to the incident. It is also not know if the dog belongs to the child's family.

Dog attacks can cause serious injuries, particularly among young children, who may not recognise warning signs or know how to interact safely with animals. Close supervision of children around dogs and responsible pet ownership are important measures to reduce the risk of such incidents.

Further details are awaited as the investigation continues.