Man dies after being attacked by his dog at home

The man suffered serious injuries to his lower legs and was pronounced dead at the scene. 

The woman was taken to the Royal Hobart Hospital with serious injuries to her legs. 

"Our thoughts are with the man's loved ones at this difficult time," Tasmania Police Inspector Colin Riley said in a statement on Monday.

"The dog was euthanased at the scene by an animal management officer from the local council."

A report will be prepared for the coroner.

Allens Rivulet is a rural community about 30 minutes drive south of Hobart.