Animal bites

“Isn’t it illegal to walk a dog without a leash in Los Angeles?” you’re probably wondering right now. And if you are, chances are that you or any of your friends or relatives recently got bit by a dog. Dogs bite. There are about 78 million dogs currently owned in the U.S., and some of...

You’ve probably been bitten by a dog at least once in your life (especially in your childhood). And if you have kids, you most likely keep them at a safe distance from dogs, because… well, dogs bite. An estimated 4.5 million Americans get bit by dogs annually. That’s not too bad considering that there are...

If you get bit by someone’s dog, you bite back! Not literally though. With dog bites on the rise all across the United States, and billions of dollars spent by Los Angeles residents to recover from dog bites every year, what should you do if you get it? A few days ago, a dog – German shepherd,...

In a society where there are various natural disasters befalling more often than not, it is sad to see that dog bites are also causing havoc and animosity amongst neighbors. However, it is more saddening to see dog bite victims being neglected and deprived of the justice the incident deserves. This is wrong in all...

Your furry pet quickly becomes part of the family and you could never imagine them harming someone. However, strangers and police officers do not share the same view. They can see your lovable pet as a ferocious monster. That is why it is imperative to follow all dog laws to avoid any legal repercussions or...

Animal bites are scary, especially for children. Being bitten by an animal at a young age, no matter how minor or severe the bite is, can scar a child for life. When you talk with adults who are scared of dogs, or who do not have an affinity for dogs, they were likely attacked by...

One of the best ways to avoid a dog bite is simply to know when there is an elevated risk and seek to take yourself out of that situation. Many bites occur because people don’t see the warning signs fast enough. This is why children are especially at risk, as they may think they’re just...

With Halloween just around the corner, many individuals here in the San Fernando Valley are getting ready for the trick-or-treaters that may be visiting their house on Halloween night. For homeowners with dogs, the important preparations can go far beyond just stocking up on treats for the trick-or-treaters and getting their home decorated to match...

Most of the animal bites suffered in the United States today are from domestic animals. Dogs cause more injuries, but infections occur in more cat bites. According to the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, dog bites become infected about 1 percent of the time and cat bites become infected between 5 to 10...

After a dog bite or attack from another animal, the most important thing to do is to seek medical attention. Even if the bite seems minor, failure to treat the wound could result in serious infection. Additionally, California law requires that you report the incident to the city or county authorities. To do so effectively, you...