Small dogs like Lola the chihuahua have been targeted by large birds of prey in the past.
Hawks and other birds of prey have been known to target small dogs on occasion.
The Wildlife Center of Texas told KHOU that even though hawk attacks remain relatively rare, owners are not advised to leave their pets outside unattended. "It's a possibility that the hawk could've grabbed the dog and could've done some damage, possibly even killed the dog, but this is a very rare occurrence for hawks," said Brooke Yahney, a spokesperson with the Wildlife Center of Texas.
There are several ways pet owners can protect their furry friends from birds of prey such as maintaining a tidy yard; getting rid of bird feeders; and having a pest-control system that reduces the number of rodents, which are one of the main prey animals of hawks, according to K9 of Mine, a dog care advice website.
Dramatic video captured the moment a hawk attacked a chihuahua puppy. Above, a red-tailed hawk is seen in 2011.containing spikes, which are believed to help deter predators including hawks.
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