Locals said the fatal attack came just six months after Bailey was reported to the city's dog warden and the police after it targeted a collie in the street. Pictured: Michelle walking Bailey close to her home a few months before the tragedy
Michelle McLeod, 41, died at the scene after emergency services attended the incident in the city's Foresterhill Road on Saturday night.
Police said that the dog - which it is understood was registered as an American Bulldog - had since been destroyed.
Ms McLeod's family in a statement: "She was a much-loved mother, daughter and friend to many and will be sorely missed by all who knew her".
Police Scotland said inquiries into the incident were ongoing.
A force spokesperson said: "Police received a report that a woman had been seriously injured by a dog within a flat.
"Emergency services attended but the 41-year-old woman died at the scene."
Ms McLeod's family has asked for privacy following her death.
They added: "We are devastated by the loss of Michelle."
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