A woman has been taken to hospital after she was thrown from a horse when it was attacked by a dog in Richmond Park.

On Saturday, November 4, at 8.25am, a 19-year-old horse named Julie was attacked by a dog near Robin Hood Gate.

Police are appealing for witnesses and the owner of the dog.

The dog was described as a puppy, possibly a bull dog, according to police.

Police say the dog walker had seven dogs with him in total.

He was described as a white male, between 50-60 years old, grey facial hair and glasses.

He was wearing a broad brimmed hat, checked shirt and gilet.

A spokesperson for the Royal Parks: “Witness Appeal On Saturday, 4th November, at about 08:25, near Robin Hood Gate, Richmond Park, Julie, a 19yr old horse, was attacked by a dog.

“The rider was thrown from Julie during the attack and required hospital treatment. We are appealing for the owner of the dog & witnesses.

“The dog was described as a puppy, possibly a bulldog. The dog walker had seven dogs with him in total.

“He was described as a white male, 50-60 years old, grey facial hair and glasses.

“He was wearing a broad brimmed hat, checked shirt and gilet.”