“Officers provided first aid to the dog, on scene, before transporting the animal to a vet clinic for further medical attention.” (980 CJME file photo)

Regina police officer shoots and injures dog while responding to theft call

By CJME News May 15, 2025 | 7:32 AM

A Regina police officer shot and injured a dog while responding to a call on Wednesday.

According to police, officers were dispatched to a home on Athol Street for a report about a theft at around 8:10 a.m.

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“Information received was that two dogs were taken, without permission, from another residence and were believed to be at this address,” the Regina Police Service said in a statement.

After the officers spoke with a person outside of the home, two dogs ran out the front door and towards one of the officers, the police service said.

“The officer discharged their firearm, injuring one of the dogs,” police said.

“Officers provided first aid to the dog, on scene, before transporting the animal to a vet clinic for further medical attention.”

Because a firearm was discharged, the incident will be scrutinized by the Regina Police Service Use of Force Review Board, and reported to the Saskatchewan Police Commission.

“The incident remains under investigation,” the police service added.