Roxy’s Law4Justice
The Issue
Justice for Roxy: Protect Our Community from Dangerous and Aggressive dogs, and their Owners!
On June 18, 2026, while out for a walk, our beloved dog Roxy and I were attacked by two pit bulls in our neighborhood, they jumped through an open window. And were on us in seconds, I was knocked to the ground and Roxy was fighting for her life with one pit bull on her back legs and the other pit bull at her chest and throat, crushing and shaking her, I tried getting them off her and was bit twice! A neighbor ran over to us and hit the biggest dog 4 or 5 times witha shovel before it would release Roxy!
She may be little but she is fierce! She fought with all she had and saved my life, due to her injuries Roxy lost her life the next day!
This neighbor has not even reached out to me, not one time since the attack, take some responsibility, be accountable for the actions of your aggressive dogs! A simple “I’m sorry” or “How are you?” Would have meant a lot! BUT NOTHING AT ALL!?! Wow!
Roxy was more than a pet—she was a cherished member of our family. Losing her in such a violent, tragic, and preventable way has left us devastated and heartbroken.
This should never have happened, and it did happen at 997 East 460 South Provo Utah and Reports indicate these dogs had been seen running loose before, raising serious concerns about responsible ownership and public safety. I think these dogs need to be put down and so does the neighborhood. No family should have to fear walking around the block, letting their children play in the yard, walking to a car parked outside, or riding a bike in their own neighborhood. No one should have to endure the pain of losing a beloved family member because another person failed to properly train, contain, and control their dangerous dogs.
We are asking our local officials to:
Fully investigate this incident, including prior complaints, reports of the dogs running loose, witness statements, and the owners’ history of violations.
Determine whether these dogs should be formally classified as dangerous and require immediate safeguards, and not be returned to the owner.
Consistently enforce leash, fencing, and containment laws, with meaningful penalties for owners who allow dogs to roam or threaten others.
Increase fines for repeat violations, including doubling penalties for owners who have already been warned or cited.
Require owners of dangerous or aggressive dogs to use secure confinement, proper leashing, and any additional safety measures ordered by animal control or the court. People who own this type of animal should have to follow and abide by a whole other set of rules and expectations! MANDATORY LICENCING!!
Hold owners financially accountable for veterinary costs, emergency response costs, emergengcy veterinary cost, paid at the time of the attack,(the ER VET WAS OVER $1000.00 befor they would do anything to help Roxy)and any ongoing medical or mental health therapy that’s GOING to be needed along with ANY other damages caused by their dogs!
Notify nearby residents when a dog has been officially deemed dangerous so families can take appropriate precautions.
**If I would have known these dogs lived on my block, I would have gone the other way, and not walked by their house **
That seems so simple! To prevent what happened to Roxy on June 18th 2026!
Review and strengthen local animal control procedures so future reports of loose or aggressive dogs are handled quickly and thoroughly. Increased penalties, and doubled fines, maybe even jail time for the owner!
This petition is not about attacking a specific breed. It is about responsible ownership and protecting our community from preventable tragedies. This attack was the most terrifying and violent thing I have ever witnessed, and it is something I will carry with me for the rest of my life. And that’s the rest of my life, without Roxy. Why do they get to keep their dogs and I don’t?! It’s not right, it’s not fair!
Roxy deserved to live. She deserved to run through the grass, ride in the car, and get so excited to see us that her whole body wiggled with joy. Her life mattered, and her story should lead to meaningful action. Roxy deserves justice.
Please take action today:
Sign this petition to show your support for Roxy and for stronger protections in our community.
Share this petition with your friends, family, neighbors, and local community groups so more people can stand with us.
Contact local officials, animal control, and city leaders to demand stronger enforcement of leash laws, dangerous dog laws, and owner accountability, and responsibility! PETS ARE NOT PROPERTY, they are family members!
Ask them to investigate this case thoroughly and take the steps needed to help prevent another tragedy like this.
Together, our voices can make a difference. By signing, sharing, and speaking up, we can help protect innocent pets, families, and neighbors from preventable attacks.
Thank you for standing with Roxy and helping us create a safer community for everyone.
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The Issue
Justice for Roxy: Protect Our Community from Dangerous and Aggressive dogs, and their Owners!
On June 18, 2026, while out for a walk, our beloved dog Roxy and I were attacked by two pit bulls in our neighborhood, they jumped through an open window. And were on us in seconds, I was knocked to the ground and Roxy was fighting for her life with one pit bull on her back legs and the other pit bull at her chest and throat, crushing and shaking her, I tried getting them off her and was bit twice! A neighbor ran over to us and hit the biggest dog 4 or 5 times witha shovel before it would release Roxy!
She may be little but she is fierce! She fought with all she had and saved my life, due to her injuries Roxy lost her life the next day!
This neighbor has not even reached out to me, not one time since the attack, take some responsibility, be accountable for the actions of your aggressive dogs! A simple “I’m sorry” or “How are you?” Would have meant a lot! BUT NOTHING AT ALL!?! Wow!
Roxy was more than a pet—she was a cherished member of our family. Losing her in such a violent, tragic, and preventable way has left us devastated and heartbroken.
This should never have happened, and it did happen at 997 East 460 South Provo Utah and Reports indicate these dogs had been seen running loose before, raising serious concerns about responsible ownership and public safety. I think these dogs need to be put down and so does the neighborhood. No family should have to fear walking around the block, letting their children play in the yard, walking to a car parked outside, or riding a bike in their own neighborhood. No one should have to endure the pain of losing a beloved family member because another person failed to properly train, contain, and control their dangerous dogs.
We are asking our local officials to:
Fully investigate this incident, including prior complaints, reports of the dogs running loose, witness statements, and the owners’ history of violations.
Determine whether these dogs should be formally classified as dangerous and require immediate safeguards, and not be returned to the owner.
Consistently enforce leash, fencing, and containment laws, with meaningful penalties for owners who allow dogs to roam or threaten others.
Increase fines for repeat violations, including doubling penalties for owners who have already been warned or cited.
Require owners of dangerous or aggressive dogs to use secure confinement, proper leashing, and any additional safety measures ordered by animal control or the court. People who own this type of animal should have to follow and abide by a whole other set of rules and expectations! MANDATORY LICENCING!!
Hold owners financially accountable for veterinary costs, emergency response costs, emergengcy veterinary cost, paid at the time of the attack,(the ER VET WAS OVER $1000.00 befor they would do anything to help Roxy)and any ongoing medical or mental health therapy that’s GOING to be needed along with ANY other damages caused by their dogs!
Notify nearby residents when a dog has been officially deemed dangerous so families can take appropriate precautions.
**If I would have known these dogs lived on my block, I would have gone the other way, and not walked by their house **
That seems so simple! To prevent what happened to Roxy on June 18th 2026!
Review and strengthen local animal control procedures so future reports of loose or aggressive dogs are handled quickly and thoroughly. Increased penalties, and doubled fines, maybe even jail time for the owner!
This petition is not about attacking a specific breed. It is about responsible ownership and protecting our community from preventable tragedies. This attack was the most terrifying and violent thing I have ever witnessed, and it is something I will carry with me for the rest of my life. And that’s the rest of my life, without Roxy. Why do they get to keep their dogs and I don’t?! It’s not right, it’s not fair!
Roxy deserved to live. She deserved to run through the grass, ride in the car, and get so excited to see us that her whole body wiggled with joy. Her life mattered, and her story should lead to meaningful action. Roxy deserves justice.
Please take action today:
Sign this petition to show your support for Roxy and for stronger protections in our community.
Share this petition with your friends, family, neighbors, and local community groups so more people can stand with us.
Contact local officials, animal control, and city leaders to demand stronger enforcement of leash laws, dangerous dog laws, and owner accountability, and responsibility! PETS ARE NOT PROPERTY, they are family members!
Ask them to investigate this case thoroughly and take the steps needed to help prevent another tragedy like this.
Together, our voices can make a difference. By signing, sharing, and speaking up, we can help protect innocent pets, families, and neighbors from preventable attacks.
Thank you for standing with Roxy and helping us create a safer community for everyone.
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Petition created on July 12, 2026