Ewelina Switaj, 31, had taken Kostek out for a walk on Monday near their home in Humbleyard, Bowthorpe, and after turning her back briefly she heard a “terrible howl”.

The Maltese mix had his pancreas removed following the attack and Miss Switaj is now facing a £7,000 vet bill for the life-saving treatment Kostek needs.

Kostek was attacked by a Staffie while out on a walk (Image: Ewelyn Switaj)........

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