Reader: Kyle Dyer made same kind of mistake many dog lovers do when she was bitten

For the better part of a week, our reports about 9News anchor Kyle Dyer being bitten by a rescued Argentine Mastiff on live TV have generated comments aplenty. Here's one that balances compassion for Dyer with some constructive suggestions...
By Michael RobertsFebruary 13, 2012
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For the better part of a week, our reports about 9News anchor Kyle Dyer being bitten by a rescued Argentine Mastiff on live TV have generated comments aplenty.

Here’s one that balances compassion for Dyer with some constructive suggestions.

Paul Satchwell writes:

Wishing you a speedy recovery, Kyle! You did something that I see dog owners do all the time around Denver…with dogs that are not theirs. Nothing new for dog owners, that’s a reason why we are called ‘dog lovers’. Let s/he who is without sin cast the first stone and I wish Channel 9 makes more thoughtful decisions regarding employee safety for all.

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Michael Roberts began his career with Westword in 1990 as music editor. In 1999, he took on a new role, full-time media reporter, as author of a column called The Message. In 2008, he became the lead writer for Westword‘s news blog, The Latest Word, a position he held until January 2023. Michael continues to freelance for Westword, covering everything from business to sports and the media; he also contributes to Jazziz, a national music magazine. He holds a bachelor’s degree from what is now Colorado Mesa University and master’s degrees from the University of California, Los Angeles, and Northwestern University.

michaelrobertscolo@gmail.com

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