An alligator that attacked and killed a pet dog was captured Thursday.

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Russell "The Snake Chaser" Cavender snared the estimated 10-foot gator in a pond at Blackmoor Golf Course, according to WMBF.

An alligator swimming. (Photo: Warren Little/Getty Images)

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Cavender shared an image of his catch, as well as a message to pet owners:

“Keep them on a leash, people!”

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