Randolph County Dangerous Dog Board Hearing - April 27th, 2026

This was a public hearing held by the Randolph County Dangerous Dog Board on April 27, 2026, to review and appeal a dangerous dog designation involving a dog named Sassy. The hearing included testimony from animal services officers, the dog owner, neighbors, and witnesses regarding two separate dog attack incidents occurring in 2025 and 2026. Detailed veterinary reports and incident documentation were presented, outlining injuries and medical treatment costs estimated around $9,000 to $10,000. The board discussed the circumstances of the attacks, the dog's containment, and the owner's efforts to manage the dog. After deliberation, the board voted to defer the decision on the animal services director's order, indicating the matter would be further reviewed and an official order prepared. No direct procurement, contracting, or budget decisions were made during this hearing.