Husky Kills Goats in Vermont Town | Burlington News

Burlington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 25, 2026 · 1m

A husky named Shadow has sparked alarm in Waitsfield, Vermont, after fatally attacking three goats—prompting officials to label him a “vicious dog” and raising urgent concerns about rising dog-related incidents across the state. The dog escaped its enclosure, crossed a river, and caused irreversible loss, leaving the owner heartbroken and the goat keeper devastated. The sitter admitted fault for misjudging the risk. Experts link the surge in attacks to overpopulation, poor breeding, and weak enforcement of leash laws, especially on trails. In response, goats are being guarded, and Waitsfield…