Knoxville toddler attacked by family dog ​​– dies – 3B Media News

A six-week-old baby died in Knoxville on Thursday after the family dog ​​attacked the newborn while it was sleeping in its crib.

Chloe Mansoor, Ezra’s mother, said: “Being his mother was the greatest honor and the best thing I have ever done.”

Chloe and Mark Mansoor have become parents for the first time with six-week-old Ezra. This is exactly what they have always wanted.

They loved and cared for their son every day, even though there were two dogs in the house and there was no aggressive past. They never thought they could be afraid for their child’s safety.

While Ezra was napping in his crib, the baby was suddenly attacked by the family’s husky, which they had owned for eight years.

Chloe Mansoor, Ezra’s mother, said: “And to raise awareness that it could happen to any dog ​​at any time. For no reason at all, no matter what the history is.”

In the midst of this tragedy, this family hopes others will think more carefully about how to protect their children – as they now reflect on every precious moment they had with their son.

“Really don’t take anything for granted, even if it’s a moment where you’re upset or frustrated. All those little moments are still so amazing,” said Chloe Mansoor.

This family decided to help other families through organ donation.

As they process this tragedy, they say working to save the lives of others has given them much-needed peace in a time of grief.

Chloe Mansoor said: “Really pray for the whole family, everyone loved him so much. I know everyone is grieving right now, we are grieving right now and it will be a lifelong process to process this.”

The family dog ​​responsible for the attack was taken to a local animal shelter.

The Knox County Sheriff’s Office is investigating this case according to standard protocol.