An Infographic on Dog Attacks
Dog Bite Attacks (beware of dogs)
They say dogs are a man’s best friend, but dogs can be a bit temperamental like humans. When they get a bit frustrated, they may resort to violence. Dog bite attacks can happen due to several factors. Owners especially must control their pets and keep them calm. They should also keep their dogs restrained if they have any temperamental tendencies.
Why Owners Have a Duty to Keep Control Over Their Animals
Common Area for Bites
- Face
- Nose
- Lips
- Hands
- Arms
Dog Bites Fact Sheet
- An estimated 4.7 million dog bites occur in the U.S. each year
- Approximately 25% of fatal dog attacks involved chained dogs
- 71% of bites occured to the extremities (arms, legs, hands, feet)
- 800,000 dog bites require medical attention
- 24% of human deaths involved unrestrained dogs off their owners’ property
- 92% of fatal dog attacks involve male dogs, 94% of which not neutered
- The insurance industry pays more than $1billion in dog bite claimed each year
- 25 different breeds have been involved in the 238 dog bite-related fatalities in the U.S.
8 Breeds Most Common to Attack & Cause Injury
- Pit Bull Terrier
- Rottweiler
- Huskey
- Bullmastiff
- German Shepherd
- Akita
- Chow
- Doberman
Tips to Prevent Dog Attacks
- Don’t run past a dog
- If a dog threatens you, don’t scream
- Avoid eye contact
- Try to remain motionless until the dog leaves, then back away slowly until the dog is out of sight
- Don’t approach a strange dog, especially one that is tethered or confined
- People who choose to pet dogs should let the dog see and sniff them before petting the animal
- If you believe a dog is about to attack you, try to place something between yourself and the dog, such as a backpack or bicycle
Sources: USPS.com / DogsBite.org / ChicagoDogBiteInjuryLawyers.com / AmericanHumane.org
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