Decorated combat dog shot by civilian

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An appalling story. In all of Europe, and almost anywhere except the USA, such an incident would be near impossible. Guns are simply not allowed, except with special permits which are very hard to obtain (e.g. a landowner for use on his own land or registered gun club on its own grounds). Carrying a weapon in a public place would be another offence over here, even if the person did obtain a permit under those strict conditions. We just don't have the frequent shootings which the USA has.

The USA seems to allow people to carry guns anywhere they like. The case you cite above is just one tragic result.