i hate it when animals die for an unnessary reason! i know that if an animal of any kind started attacking my dog, i would start to beat the crap out of the animal, no matter what kind of animal it was!!! i know it sounds bad to say that, but i would. and i wouldnt apoligize for it!!! even though my little girl can usually take care of herself, i would jump in and help defend her if nessacary!!!