London, April 23: A 45-year-old woman is on the path to recovery after a harrowing dog attack that left her with a facial scar and significant emotional trauma in the UK's Swansea. The incident occurred in March while she was visiting a friend's house. The dog was later euthanised after the police took custody of it. The woman was identified as Kelly Allen.

The Mirror report reported the dachshund, initially friendly, suddenly turned aggressive and attacked her. The dog latched onto her cheek, tearing off a chunk of flesh. Shockingly, it consumed the piece of flesh before releasing its grip. During the struggle, Allen also sustained a bite wound on her arm. UK Dog Attack: Pet American XL Bully Rips Off Man's Genitals in Derbyshire.

She received urgent medical attention at Morriston Hospital in Swansea. A five-and-a-half-hour surgery was performed, involving a skin graft from her neck to repair the facial wound. Authorities removed the dog from the property, and it was later euthanised.

"I can't get out of bed, and I've been crying in my sleep because I feel his teeth in me. I'm left with a hideous scar on my face. It's just ruined my life, because it will never be the same now," Allen said. Dog Attack in UK: Elderly Woman Mauled to Death by XL Bullys As Grandson Watched in Horror.

The emotional toll has been immense. Allen now grapples with post-traumatic stress, anxiety, and difficulty in social interactions due to the facial scarring. Her ability to return to work at a contact centre has also been severely impacted.

"I now have to buy camouflage make-up for people with facial disfigurements—that's something I never thought I would have to do. As a single mother, I can't afford my electric and gas most weeks—it just seems so unfair," she expressed.

Ms Allen is currently pursuing legal action to seek compensation for her injuries and lost income. The process is expected to take several years. In a heartwarming gesture, her sister launched a GoFundMe campaign that has raised over £1,150 to help cover living expenses during this challenging time. Our thoughts are with Ms. Allen as she navigates this difficult journey toward healing and justice.

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