Posted by the Charleston Dog Bite Lawyers at Anderson & Schuster, Attorneys at Law, LLC. If you have been injured by a dog bite or attack, you may have a claim against the pet owner to recover damages caused by the bite or attack. These damages may include money to cover medical bills, money to compensate you for any scarring or permanent disfigurement, and any other form of damages that you may have experienced that resulted from the bite or attack. Call our Charleston dog bite attorneys to discuss your possible claims free of charge.
More than 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs in the U.S. each year, and of those about 1 in 5 receive medical attention for their dog bite injuries. That's approximately 800,000 people each year seeking medical attention. Unfortunately, children are the most common victims of dog bites and are more likely to have severe injuries as a result of a dog bite or attack. Dog bites can be prevented, however, mostly with a little common sense and proactive measures from their owners.
Dogs often bite when they find themselves in a stressful situation, feeling the need to defend themselves or their territory. Therefore, socialization is a good way to help prevent a dog from biting. Introducing the dog to people and other animals while it's a puppy will make it more comfortable in these situations as it ages. Obedience training, regular exercise, and neutering or spaying the dog will also reduce bites. Be sure to obey leash and containment laws as well. By keeping your dog on a leash while in public and properly contained on your property, say by your kennel or fence, will keep your dog out of those potentially stressful situations that may cause it to bite or attack. Furthermore, simply paying attention to your dog, particularly its body language, can go a long way in preventing a bite. Just like people, dogs rely on posture, vocalizations, and body gestures to express themselves, and picking up on these clues in time can avoid that potential bite or attack.
If you or a loved one is a victim of a dog bite or attack, our Charleston Dog Attack Lawyers may be able to help. If you have been injured by a dog bite in Charleston, North Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Summerville, Goose Creek,Hanahan, James Island or the surrounding areas, give our dog bite attorneys a call today to discuss your dog bite case free of charge.
Source: American Veterinary Medical Association – Dog Bite Prevention
