While most dogs are friendly and excellent companions, any animal can behave unpredictably. Unfortunately, because of their sharp teeth, dogs can inflict serious injuries quickly. In fact, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association, 4.5 million Americans...
Dog Bites
Why do dog bites occur?
Despite public perception, all dogs can and will bite in certain situations. While some breeds may have stronger bites and the potential to cause more harm, any breed can become aggressive or reactive. The American Kennel Club explains biting is a natural form of...
How do dogs show signs of aggression toward humans?
When you are dealing with a dog you are not familiar with, it may become aggressive within a few short minutes. If these dogs do show signs of anger, they are likely not obvious to people around them who are not their owners. Understanding how aggression works in dogs...
How can scarring from a bite impact a person’s life?
After suffering from a dog bite, the physical impact can leave some surprising scars behind. They will often leave literal physical scars on the body, but they can and do leave mental scars, too. In what way do these injuries truly impact a person's life? How does the...
How to recognize a dog bite-related infection
When a dog bites you or someone you care about in Minnesota, you may not notice signs of infection until sometime later. However, infections are a frequent result of dog bites. They often occur when bacteria inside the animal’s mouth makes it way into your body or...
What do you know about keeping your child safe from dog bites?
You want your child to enjoy dogs, but you also know some dogs bite kids who do not know how to behave around them. How do you keep your son or daughter from becoming a dog-bite victim? The American Veterinary Medical Association offers tips for preventing dog bites...
What are the signs a dog may become aggressive?
Not every dog bite occurs because a dog was barking and obviously aggressive. Sometimes, they happen in an instant without a lot of warning. This is especially true if the dog is a known animal. You may think you know your friend’s dog and that it will never bite, but...
What complications can arise after a dog bite?
Following a dog bite, you may reassure the owner that everything is fine, and you may believe that, too. However, if the dog broke skin, you should not just brush off the incident as an innocent mistake that will heal with a good rinse with soap and water, a topical...
Bull breeds continue to cause majority of fatal dog attacks in 2020
Dog attacks caused 46 known human deaths in 2020, according to a recently released report. Of those deaths, only three were not caused by bull breeds or mastiff-type dogs. Dog attacks tend to increase in the summer months as more dog owners bring their dogs on outdoor...
Can you help your child’s psychological healing after a dog bite?
When your child is the victim of a dog attack in Minnesota, you may worry that his or her perceptions of canines will never be the same. Helping your child through the psychological healing process will take time and commitment. Knowing some of the strategies for...
