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Athens Boy Mauled in Dog Attack | Athens Dog Attack Lawyer
An Athens teen was severly injured in a dog attack while walking home last Friday afternoon. The boy was on his way home from the Willow Mist basketball courts when three dogs descended upon him. The boy tried to outrun them, but was caught from behind.The dogs were described as pit bulls. And the attack was described as the worst that Senior Police Officer Snyder had seen in his 26 years on the police force. "They just mauled him," said Lt. Morris.
The dogs' owner was not home at the time, but said her door was locked. However, officers discovered an open window in her house that the dogs apparently pushed through. Authorities have yet to decide if they will file criminal charges against the dogs' owner.
U.S. Dog Bite Fatality Statistics | Marietta Dog Bite Lawyer
23 people were killed by dog attacks in the United States in 2008. Here is an amazing statistic underscoring how dangerous pit bulls are - Pit bull type dogs are responsible for 65% of fatal dog attacks despite only making up 2% of the dog population.In 2008 only one U.S. citizen over the age of three was killed by something other than a pit bull. 70% of fatal dog attacks involved children under the age of 11.
78% of fatal dog attacks occured on owner property. Conversely 22% occured off owner property. On owner property attacks are attacks that occured on the property where the dog lived. Off owner property attacks occur on other people's property.
National Dog Bite Prevention Week | Georgia Dog Bite Lawyer
May 17 began National Dog Bite Prevention Week as announced by the Center for Disease Control in Atlanta, Georgia. An astonishing 4.5 million dog bites occur each year. Of those bitten, one in five will require medical attention.
The trauma and scaring can be significant and life altering. In 2006 approximately 31,000 people underwent cosmetic or reconstructive surgery stemming from dog bite wounds.
Children and adult males are the most likely to be attacked by a dog. Children are most likely to need medical attention. Furthermore dog owners are more likely to be bitten than non-dog owners.
Dog bites are a largely preventable public health problem, and adults and children can learn to reduce their chances of being bitten.
Preventative Measures
Before you bring a dog into your household:
- Consult with a professional (e.g., veterinarian, animal behaviorist, or responsible breeder) to learn what breeds of dogs are the best fit for your household.
-Dogs with histories of aggression are not suitable for households with children.
-Be sensitive to cues that a child is fearful or apprehensive about a dog. If a child seems frightened by dogs, wait before bringing a dog into your household.
-Spend time with a dog before buying or adopting it. Use caution when bringing a dog into a household with an infant or toddler.
If you decide to bring a dog into your home:
Spay/neuter your dog (this often reduces aggressive tendencies).
Never leave infants or young children alone with a dog.
Don’t play aggressive games with your dog (e.g., wrestling).
Properly socialize and train any dog entering your household. Teach the dog submissive behaviors (e.g., rolling over to expose the abdomen and giving up food without growling).
Immediately seek professional advice (e.g., from veterinarians, animal behaviorists, or responsible breeders) if the dog develops aggressive or undesirable behaviors.
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