The lovable pup in question, Blaze, a rottweiler-red heeler cross, has killed two pets and maimed other neighbourhood pets, reports the Canberra Times.

Folklaw wonders if the names of the neighbourhood dogs involved could be argued as a provocation defence for Blaze the bruiser.

In September last year Blaze pounced on Precious, a silky terrier belonging to another resident of the street. Precious died from her wounds.

In April this year there was another attack on a dog living in the street. The schnauzer, called Sunny, survived but has still not recovered from its injuries.

May Sunny and Precious rest in peace.

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In Mr Robertson's appeal to the tribunal, he pledged to upgrade the security of his backyard and wrote of his daughter's affection for Blaze. The case is listed for hearing next month.