A 21-year-old Norfolk State University student is recovering following a vicious bite from a police dog. An Army reservist, was attending an off-campus party when police arrived to break up a fight important link. When she tried to walk away from the incident, police restrained her. She refused to answer questions and was attacked by … Read more
In modern society, we don’t often think of the dangers posed by animals. This is particularly true of the domestic sort. We often trust that our neighbors are acting responsibly when they keep an animal in their home. Most of the time, our trust is justified. Unfortunately, sometimes owners don’t exhibit the level of care … Read more
A new study has revealed surprising results about the kinds of dogs who most frequently bite humans. The study, conducted by two Denver area news agencies, lists the top five breeds that most frequently bite. The top spot, surprisingly, did not go to pit bulls, a breed that has faced much scrutiny through the years. … Read more
As dog bite incidents occur more and more frequently, insurance companies are upping their game to when it comes to homeowners insurance policies. According to dailyfinance.com, dog bite claims rose by over five percent last year. A study found that this amounted to $483 million dollars in payouts to victims. The study, conducted by the … Read more
A new report from businessweek.com shows that dog bite claims are at an all time high. Dog bite claims are up six percent in the last year, indicating a trend of increasingly violent dogs and potentially negligent pet owners. Who is most likely to be the victim of a dog bite? According to the Center for Disease … Read more
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