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...
Dog Bites
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...
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...
