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How To Protect Children From Dog Bites

Fort Worth Dog Bite LawyerAn estimated 68 million dogs are kept as pets in the United States, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, so it no surprise that more than one million dog bites are reported each year, with an estimated equal number going as unreported. In Texas alone, there are thousands of violent dog attacks each year. Children make up 60% of the dog bite injuries reported. As a Fort Worth personal injury lawyer, I find this is completely unacceptable. Don't get me wrong; I love animals and I am a dog owner myself - but if you are going to keep animals as pets then you have a responsibility not just to their safety but to every person they might come in contact with.

More than half of the dog bites occur in the home of the dog owner, and contrary to popular myth, there is no such thing as a child-friendly breed. Although some breeds may be more suitable for children, a dog's natural instinct to bite is influenced by numerous factors including the dog's inherited traits, environment, training and socialization. Studies show that by introducing a positive interaction with children when the dog is a young puppy, the higher the probability that the dog will remain comfortable around children in later years.

Children should be involved in the training of dogs, so the dog can see that the child is an authoritative figure. Parents should never leave young children alone with a dog, and should remember to set good examples of how to treat a dog. Children tend to imitate their parents' behavior, which includes their interaction with animals. Getting attacked by a dog, especially one that's a member of the family can be a traumatic experience for both the child and the parents.

If your child has been bitten by a dog, it is important that you consult with an attorney experienced in handling child injury and dog bite cases. Mark Anderson is a board-certified child injury attorney that has been serving families in and around the Fort Worth area since 1991. For a free no obligation consultation to discuss your personal situation and rights, call 817-294-1900.


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