According to DogsBite.org, a national dog bite victim’s group dedicated to reducing serious dog attacks, in 2015 9% (constituting 3 fatal attacks) were caused by dogs re-homed by shelters or rescues. The state of Texas led all states in lethal
Dog Bite Fatalities in 2015
As reported by DogsBite.org, a national dog bite victim’s organization dedicated to reducing or eliminating serious dog attacks, 34 U.S. dog attack fatalities occurred in 2015. Pit bulls contributed to 82% (28) of these deaths. Apparently, pit bulls, while many