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
Have you purchased a license for your dog? There are benefits beyond merely complying with the law…
Many dog owners have never purchased a license for their dog and are oblivious to the legal requirement. After all, unless you “get caught” why should you bother? Your thinking may be that your dog is friendly and basically confined to
How to inadvertently turn your dog into a vicious nightmare
People-look at the YouTube video I have posted here. What is this guy trying to accomplish with his Rottie? As the dog snarls aggressively, the man is rubbing and petting and positively reinforcing the growling. It seems the dog is
Report All Dog Bites and Attacks to the Police to Protect Others
If you or a loved one are attacked by a dog and injured, you need to report the event to the local police. Why? The only way a dog inclined to attack can be kept under the surveillance of the
Socialize your puppy-prevent future lawsuits
When you first bring your puppy home, it is hard to imagine it could ever be the source of a lawsuit. However, if you do not socialize your puppy from a young age with both new people and new dogs,
Dog parks seem like a wonderful idea but are they?
I have heard recent descriptions of attacks by a chocolate lab at the Horsham Dog Park. This dog’s owner needs to be cited for the dog’s behavior and the owner and dog should be banned from the park. If anyone
Dog Bite Prevention Week is Coming Up…
Dog Bite Prevention Week is May 20-26th, 2012. A great chance to create awareness! Click to order my free book on Dog Bite Attacks.
New Superior Court Opinion Regarding Issue of Responsbility of a Landlord as Intertwined with Liability of the Biting Dog’s Owner
I am always searching for new cases describing the PA approach to liability in a dog bite case in which the biting dog lives in a rented property. There is always an issue when there is a severe bite yet
Every Dog Gets “One Free Bite,” Right?
No. Not right. This is one of the most common misconceptions in Pennsylvania law regarding dog bites. I have had seasoned veteran lawyers call to confirm this with me and have had clients come to me after being incorrectly advised