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What to Do If a Police Dog Bites You
Police dogs, also known as K9s, are part of law enforcement in Texas. Police dogs are legally considered police officers, which provides them with legal protections in the event of a dog bite injury. However, this does not mean there are no legal remedies available when an on-duty K9 officer bites unjustly or with…
10 Signs a Dog Is Deemed Vicious
A dog that is deemed “vicious” has been given this designation by animal control authorities. In San Antonio, a dangerous dog is one that commits an unprovoked attack on a person that causes bodily injury. Recognizing the signs of a vicious dog can help you take action to prevent an attack. If you were…
What to Do if a Dog Runs at You?
A serious dog attack can send a victim to the hospital with life-changing or even fatal injuries. Many reported dog bite injuries each year stem from encounters with stray dogs or dogs running at large. If a dog runs at you, you will only have a few seconds to react. Learn what to do…
Common Dangerous Dog Breeds in Texas
Every year, thousands of individuals visit emergency rooms in Texas because of serious dog bites. While virtually any breed of dog can inflict injury, certain breeds are statistically involved in catastrophic and fatal dog bite incidents more often than others. Knowing what to do if you get bitten by a dangerous dog breed can…
Who Is Liable for a Dog Bite From a Stray Dog?
Texas is home to hundreds of stray dogs – animals without collars who may or may not belong to someone. If a stray dog bites or injures you, it can be difficult to seek financial compensation for your related medical bills and losses. Without a clear pet owner available to absorb liability, you may…
Are Rottweilers Dangerous?
Rottweilers are consistently at the top of the list of dog breeds that are responsible for fatal dog bite injuries in the U.S. While this designation has given rottweilers a reputation for being a dangerous dog, whether or not a rottweiler is aggressive depends on the dog and the circumstances. Contact a Texas dog…
Understanding Dog Bites and PTSD in Texas
A dog attack can be a violent and traumatic event that results in post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, in the injured victim. PTSD from a dog bite injury is most common if the incident is severe or causes catastrophic damage. Individuals who witnessed a gruesome dog attack can also suffer PTSD and emotional trauma….
Pit Bull Attacks: Must Know Facts
Pit bulls have a reputation for being the most dangerous dog breed – but is this an accurate representation? Analyzing the facts and figures around pit bull attacks can shed light on the aggressive tendencies of this breed and the outcome of pit bull attacks, which is often catastrophic. If you get attacked by…
Can I File a Claim if My Dog Got Attacked By Another Dog in Texas?
Dog attacks in Texas do not only affect humans; there are many cases reported each year of dogs attacking other dogs, as well. If your beloved pet was attacked by a dog and sustained serious injuries, you can take steps to pursue financial compensation for losses caused by the incident, including veterinary bills and…