A fatal dog attack in Virginia Beach may lead to new legislation surrounding the adoption of pets in the state of Virginia. A new proposal from a Virginia Beach lawmaker would require animal shelters and other agencies to alert potential adopting families of the pet’s bite history. Any organization that fails to do so would … Read more
A preteen from Indiana is recovering after a terrifying attack from a neighborhood dog. The incident occurred November 10th in Michigan City, Indiana. Authorities say the girl had been walking to school when a bullmastiff attacked. The girl ran inside a neighbor’s home, but the dog followed her inside and continued to attack. The dog … Read more
Dog repellent isn’t something most of us have much use for. For most people, dogs are beloved family pets or adorable neighbors. For postal workers, though, dogs can be more than a nuisance. More than 3,000 postal workers are involved in dog attacks each year. For that reason, dog repellent has become a popular option … Read more
When a community has been affected by a dog attack, breed bans are a go-to strategy to combat fears among locals. But are breed bans effective? Some say no. Dog breeds are constantly up for debate. Even veterinarians struggle to determine what breed a dog may or may not be. Given the mixing between breeds … Read more
Newport News police are on the lookout for a dangerous dog and his owner. They say a dog named Brody viciously attacked last month. It is said to be the dog’s second serious attack in nine months. The previous incident occurred in December 2016. After the initial incident, the animal was declared a dangerous dog … Read more
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