A bloodthirsty dog killed a pregnant Highland cow after biting its face off in a horrifying attack.
Lexi suffered a 'traumatic death' after a rottweiler lunged at 'the soft gentle giant' last week.
Her distraught owners who saw her as a pet then discovered Lexi with her tongue ripped out and face mauled by the beast.
The dog was then shot dead on site, it is currently unknown who its owners were.
The tragic incident happened on Saturday morning in a field in Quaker Bridge in Brierfield on the 9th of January.
Owners of BCS Highland Cattle who also have another 32 cows, are heartbroken.
Lexi was expected to give birth to her healthy baby boy cow who also sadly lost its life in the vicious attack.
Now the owners are hoping to raise money for cremation costs so they can keep her ashes.
Lexi's previous owner Charlotte who started the Gofundme for BCS Highland Cattle said: "Lexi had been horrifically attacked by dog in question and mauled her to death.
"Her poor face and what a horrible traumatic death for such a soft gentle giant.
"Lexi certainly was one of a kind and had a unique personality which many people adored, she would run down the field as soon as she heard your vehicle and was also very vocal.
"She was also one of the most softest, gentle cows she loved nothing more than giving you cuddles and pinching a carrot of you while you wasn't looking.
"Most definitely a well loved pet more than just an animal.
"The funds in which I am hoping to raise are going towards giving Lexi the send of which we think she all deserves and are hoping to get her cremated to be able to keep her ashes.
"We as a family are devastated."
You can donate to the family here.
