Dog bites are more than just physical injuries. They often come with profound emotional complications. When someone experiences a dog bite, whether it is a child or adult, the emotional aftermath can be significant and long-lasting. Understanding these emotional...
As your children explore the outdoors and encounter new challenges and opportunities, you may notice that they sometimes deal with angry dogs. Sudden bites can leave them with serious injuries and long-lasting health problems. Knowing more about why children feel...
Dog bites can be scary, especially if you have never had one before. The American Veterinary Medical Association reports that dogs bite over 4.5 million people each year. If you find yourself in this situation in Minnesota, it is important to know the necessary steps...
While dogs can make excellent companions, dog attacks can also cause severe damage. Dogs tend to attack when frightened, confused, hurt or mistreated. While most people fear the initial wound after a dog bite, there are other complications you should look out for if...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
