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Girl Seriously Injured by Dog Bite in Onancock

A young girl was attacked by a pit bull in Onancock, WAVY.com reports. Though details are scarce about the events leading up to the attack, one fact is clear: the dog bit the 11-year-old on the calf, sending her to the hospital. The dog remains at the Health Department while it is checked for rabies.

It's not clear whether this dog was a stranger to the girl or simply a family pet. Often, children approach dogs who seem friendly at first but can quickly turn temperamental. Children are some of the most frequent dog bite victims. Hugs, kisses and friendly petting can sometimes be misinterpreted by even the gentlest of family pets.

Talk with your kids about preventing dog bites. Remind them to never touch a dog without permission from the owner, and avoid approaching dogs tied up on leashes or behind fences. Once you have permission from an owner, allow the dog to sniff you before you touch it. Should a strange dog off-leash approach you, don't run away. Chances are, they can easily outrun you and might even see you as prey if you begin running.

Teach children to stay away from the dog when it is eating, injured or if it has puppy - they're more likely to lash out violently in these circumstances. For homes with dogs, take them to obedience school and master commands like "sit," "stay" and "come." Your pet's ability to follow such commands could mean the difference between a scare and a serious injury.

Virginia Dog Bite Lawyers

A dog bite is a devastating experience, especially when the victim is a small child. Sadly, we see too many incidents involving innocent children. If you or a loved one has been injured in a dog attacked that was caused by someone else’s negligence, we may be able to help you. Contact us today at 877-544-5323 to setup a free consultation to discuss your situation.

 

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