As an experienced wildlife advocate and dog owner, I disagree with mayor Nils Jensen that the buck that injured the Lab poses a threat to children.
Dogs can be aggressive predators, especially when a deer enters their back yards. Supervised children are not predatory.
Yes, if attacked or threatened, any animal will defend itself. This does not mean we should eliminate wildlife, at least until one proves a particular problem.
Larri Woodrow
Oak Bay
