Dogs are becoming increasingly accepted in public spaces. In addition to places like public parks and downtown urban centers, they’re also allowed in many restaurants, shops, and even workplaces. While most dogs are friendly, some dogs can bite without … [Read more...]
Dog Bites Cause 1,000 Emergency Room Visits Per Day
Recently, a pest control worker in North Las Vegas entered the back yard of client’s house to spray. The gate to the backyard was unlocked and he heard no dogs. He relates that after entering the back yard, two pit bulls, “…came around and they just … [Read more...]
Dog Bite Injury Statistics in Nevada
Nearly 4.7 million people in the U.S. are bitten by dogs each year. One out of five dog bites are serious enough to require medical care, with nearly 1,000 people a day requiring emergency room treatment for the injuries. In 2012, 27,000 people … [Read more...]