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...
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...
Is this a Capnocytophaga infection?
Dog bites come with a number of physical risks and health hazards. You may feel tempted to treat it lightly, but the reality is, some of these hazards can put your life in jeopardy. Infections are one of the biggest potential risks you face. Among them, infections...
Can I pursue a dog bite claim if I was partially at fault?
If you have recently suffered a dog bite in Minnesota, you may be able to seek compensation for medical bills, lost wages, potential future wages and even pain and suffering. As the Research Department of the Minnesota House of Representatives explains, the...
Pit bull holds spot as most dangerous dog breed for decades
Over the past few years, many owners of pit bulls have tried to put a more friendly face on the dog breed. They show pictures of pit bulls cuddled up with babies, bunnies and kittens. Without a doubt, pit bulls do exist that bond well with their owners, adjust well in...
Dog bite claims
Accidents tend to happen all the time, but people might rule out a dog bite as an accident that could have legal repercussions for the dog’s owner. A dog bite can lead to serious injuries and the victim has the possibility of pursuing a personal injury settlement. In...
Why dogs bite
Dogs are man’s best friend, but some are more friendly than others. Regardless of the breed, any dog is capable of biting their owner, other people or other dogs. This can be scary for owners and others, and traumatic if the animal causes injury. All children and...
