A young boy remains in serious condition in hospital after a vicious attack by a pitbull while he was out playing in a local estate in Enniscorthy.
The dog has since been put down, but the incident has brought to light a conversation over which dogs should be allowed as domestic pets in Ireland.
Although no dog should be trusted alone around a small child - no matter how trained you may think they are - there is a list of breeds that families should avoid and are restricted by law.
