Hastings woman attacked by Rottweiler while walking her dog

Saturday 15 August 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Sat 15 Aug, 8:49am

Sophie Greer and her 10-month-old cavoodle were attacked by a roaming Rottweiler in a Hastings reserve. The woman reported feeling the dog's teeth sink into her and feared for her life when a second dog approached.

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1. NZ HeraldSat 15 Aug, 7:54am

   Hastings Rottweiler attack: ‘I’m going to die here’ (opens in new tab)

2. 1NewsSat 15 Aug, 8:49am

   'I’m going to die here': Hastings woman recounts Rottweiler attack (opens in new tab)