Dog Bite Takes Off Woman’s Finger Tip in Kearns
September 3, 2009 by admin
Two Bull Mastiffs broke through a neighborhood fence in Kearns, Utah on February 26, 2009. The dogs bit a woman’s finger off above the last knuckle. The Utah dog bite took place at 6085 South and 5185 West. KSL news reports that the woman was attempting to repair her fence when she was attacked. The woman was taken to the hospital for treatment. Salt Lake County Animal Control officers were able to locate the finger and rushed it to the hospital hoping that doctors would be able to reattach it.... [Read more of this post]
Kearns, Utah Girt Bit by a Pit Bull
September 3, 2009 by admin
A 4-year-old girl was attacked by a pit bull while walking past a home near 4100 West and 500 South on Monday, April 13, 2009. The dog came out from behind the bushes and the adults at the scene attempted to protect the 4-year old but dog still latched on to the girls leg. The pit bull’s owner came outside and was fortunately able to get the dog away from the girl, but the damage was already done. The 4-year-old was taken to hospital with a large wound to her upper thigh. Salt Lake animal control... [Read more of this post]
Salt Lake Dog Bite Attorney gives Free Advice to Utah Dog Bite Victims
September 3, 2009 by admin
If you have been the victim of a Utah dog bite, claims against the dog owner is covered by Utah Code section 18-1-1 which states that the owner or handler of a dog is responsible for damages caused by their animal. Utah law also imposes “strict liability” on owners of dogs who bite another person. Also implied under “strict liability” is the owner does not have to be given advance notice to be responsible for its actions. In fact, the dog doesn’t have to break the skin during a bite to... [Read more of this post]
Utah Celebrates National Dog Bite Prevention Week
September 3, 2009 by admin
The Center for Disease Control is celebrating National Dog Bite Week (May 17-23) in an effort to increase awareness for dog bites. The CDC estimates that 4.5 million dog bites take place every year and the person most likely to be a Utah dog bite victim is a child. The CDC is trying to promote awareness through educating citizens on the warning signs of a dog bite. The CDC gleaned its information from famous veterinarian, Dr. Ian Dunbar. He developed a categorization of dog bites: Level 1: Displays... [Read more of this post]
Provo Dog Bite Attorney Gives Warning Signs to Dog Owners to Prevent a Utah Dog Bite
September 3, 2009 by admin
Don’t wait until you get bit to spot warning sings of a dog’s aggression. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), dogs display warning signs that they may bite far before the bite actually takes place. Dog’s growing up thinking that growling and biting at humans is acceptable conduct present a future danger for Utah dog bite victims. Dog owners should curb aggression before it develops. Experts recommended that owners take their dog to the veterinarian for a complete medical check,... [Read more of this post]
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