A Portland woman has been found guilty on all charges following the fatal mauling of a young boy by her dogs, according to the Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office. The case, which drew widespread attention across the Portland metro area, highlights the severe consequences of negligent animal control and the legal accountability that follows.

According to reporting from KOIN, the two dogs — both Great Dane-Mastiff mixes — attacked and killed the child earlier this year. Portland Police Bureau spokesperson Mike Benner confirmed the breed details following the verdict. The boy’s death sent shockwaves through the community, sparking renewed calls for stronger enforcement of animal safety laws and greater awareness of the responsibilities inherent in pet ownership.

The woman was convicted after prosecutors argued that her reckless disregard for basic containment and control standards led directly to the boy’s death. The court’s decision reinforces Oregon’s longstanding legal approach that pet owners bear full liability for harm their animals cause — particularly when prior warnings or violations exist.

For residents across the Columbia region, including here in Cowlitz County, the ruling serves as a sobering reminder of the shared responsibility among all pet owners to ensure safety in their neighborhoods. In many rural and semi-urban areas, where fenced yards and leashed control can be less strictly enforced, the stakes remain high. Upholding community safety is not simply a matter of law — it’s a moral obligation.