A quick walk to the mailbox turned into a scare on Hiddenbriar Loop in Tomball, where Harris County Constable Precinct 4 deputies are investigating an aggressive dog attack reported on Thursday. A resident told deputies she was heading to her mailbox with her own dog when another animal charged and bit her pet, leaving her shaken and the dog injured. EMS was notified to check out the victim, and Harris County animal control officers were sent to the scene. Authorities urged neighbors to steer clear of the area while they worked.
What Authorities Say Happened
In a live Facebook update, Constable Mark Herman’s office said deputies were on the scene after a complainant reported that another dog attacked and bit her pet while she was walking to her mailbox. The office said EMS was en route to evaluate the injured victim and that Harris County Animal Control had been notified and was responding, according to Constable Precinct 4. The precinct asked neighbors to avoid the immediate area while deputies investigate.
How County Health and Animal Control Respond
Harris County’s Veterinary Public Health unit typically leads dog bite investigations and can order quarantines or testing when needed, and the county maintains an online “Report An Animal Bite” form so residents can alert authorities. Harris County Pets provides contact information and guidance on what to do after a bite. Local reporting shows that deputies and animal control officers routinely secure animals at the scene while investigators determine whether further action is necessary. A violent park dog case in Humble recently highlighted a similar response.
What Residents Should Do After a Bite
If you or your pet is bitten, officials advise cleaning the wound, seeking medical attention quickly, and holding on to any clothing or other items that might help investigators later. Harris County Public Health urges residents to report bites so animal control staff can assess rabies risk and decide whether quarantine or testing is needed. Victims may also want to document their injuries and consider legal advice, since the Texas Health and Safety Code spells out how a dog can be labeled “dangerous” and what penalties owners can face.
How to Keep Up With Updates
Constable Precinct 4 is encouraging residents to follow its Facebook and Instagram accounts and to download the C4 Now app for live alerts, according to the post from the office. Constable Precinct 4 again asked people to avoid the affected stretch of Hiddenbriar Loop while deputies continue their work at the scene.
