Dog Bites

A dog bite is often an upsetting experience. The attack can leave long-lasting physical, mental and emotional scars. The confusion of the moment can overwhelm the bitten person and onlookers. However, neglecting certain actions can worsen the aftereffects of the...

Suffering from a dog bite is a big potential issue that can affect a dog bite victim's health in many ways. One of those potential ways is through the avenue of infection, which can easily occur when a dog's teeth inject bacteria into the victim's skin or blood....

A scary encounter with a dog can scar your child both physically and emotionally. Despite the unfortunate circumstances, you may want to help your child feel comfortable around dogs again. It is not unlikely for your child to feel fearful and anxious around canines...

Not every New Jersey dog bite leads to a serious injury or dangerous complications. Yet, sometimes, what seems at first like a relatively minor dog bite may progress into something far more serious. Capnocytophaga is one such complication linked to dog bites, and in...

A dog attack can be a scary situation, but the law has your back. You may want to hold someone responsible for the accident. The law dictates exactly who that is. The New Jersey Certified Officer Association explains state law makes the owner liable for any actions of...

Like many humans, animals not feeling well may wish to recover without socializing. According to the American Kennel Club, signs of an unwell dog may include limping, bleeding or labored breathing. Canines with red eyes or signs of confusion may have symptoms of a...

New Jersey’s statutes regarding dog bites allow municipal courts to classify canine pets. Dogs may fall into a legal category based on their potential to attack or for their history of biting. A pet that is not yet known to have a disposition prone to biting is...

Suffering from a dog bite can cause more problems than you may anticipate. Of course, you have to deal with the immediate issue of the physical damage that a dog's bite can do, which can cause excessive bleeding, tissue damage and scarring. But there is a smaller and...

Dogs that seem gentle and mild-mannered may suddenly lash out and bite children. Knowing how to respond to a dog bite may help keep infection and worsening wounds at bay. Texas Children's Hospital gives parents tips on how to respond when a dog bites their child....

When a dog bites you or someone you love, your first concern may be seeking medical attention. Once the dust settles and you secure treatment for you or your loved one’s wound, you may start wondering who is going to foot the bill for the treatment received. Unlike...