Dog And Animal Bites

The CDC reports that dogs bite over 4.5 million people every year. Dog bites are not only painful, but they can also pose a risk to your health. While some might dismiss a minor nip or scratch as harmless, there is more to consider than just the immediate physical...

Interacting with dogs can bring immense joy and companionship, but it is crucial to remember that they are animals with certain instincts and behaviors. Knowing how to interpret a dog's body language can help prevent potential aggressive incidents such as bites....

Even if a dog is comparatively small, its bite may leave you with injuries that are both catastrophic and life-changing. Furthermore, in addition to suffering physical wounds, you may be vulnerable to post-traumatic stress disorder or other psychological injuries....

If you have survived a vicious dog attack, you know just how traumatic the experience can be. After all, not only do you have the stress that comes with the initial attack, but you also may experience extreme anxiety from medical procedures, rehabilitation and even...

If a dog bites you or a loved one, there is a strong likelihood that bacteria from the canine’s mouth will enter your body and, eventually, your bloodstream, which could put you at risk of developing an infection Though washing the wound thoroughly immediately after...

Dog attacks are some of the more frightening and painful experiences a person can go through. In the roughly 4.5 million dog bites that occur each year, around 800,000 victims require medical attention. Going to the emergency room or your primary doctor’s office may...

Dog attacks are probably more common than you think. In fact, dogs bite roughly five million Americans every single year. If an animal attacks you, you may expect to suffer lacerations, broken bones or psychological trauma. You should also be on high alert for a...

Dogs can make great pets and many people in Maryland own dogs. Each dog is unique though regardless of their breed or size. Some are very gentle, some are calm, some are very active, some listen well and others do not. Some dogs are also more aggressive towards other...

Most people in Maryland feel relatively safe while walking near their homes. Unfortunately, such a task can prove dangerous if there are aggressive dogs in the area, as one woman in another state recently discovered. Reports indicate that she was hospitalized...

To many pet owners in Maryland and across the country, their pets are important members of their family. Despite this attitude, pet owners must also keep in mind that any animal could act unpredictably, and they could hold responsibility for pets' actions. In fact,...