Dog Bites

Dog bites are a significant problem when they happen. Even seemingly minor puncture wounds could cause life-threatening infections. That’s why these bites should always be taken seriously. There is a reason why dogs often cause catastrophic injuries when they attack....

Dogs are normally friendly, loving animals. Unfortunately, even the most docile pet can become aggressive when it is sick or injured, scared or upset. This year, as you’re traveling for the holidays, it’s important to remember how you can avoid dog bites when you’re...

As someone who has dealt with a dog bite in the past, something that you should be aware of is the risk of a life-threatening infection called sepsis. Sepsis can be a result of even seemingly minor dog bites and puncture wounds, which is why it’s so important to seek...

A large majority of the population in the Des Moines area own a dog. Dogs are like family for many people and are treated well. Most of the time dogs and people get along just fine but occasionally an unexpected dog bite injury occurs. Some dogs can be aggressive and...

Dogs bite more than 4.5 million of people each year in the United States, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC). About one out of every five of those people end up with wounds so serious that they require medical attention. These statistics can seem...

Although adults can be bitten by dogs, children tend to be bitten more often than adults are. To make things worse, the injuries children receive from dog bites are often more severe than the injuries adults sustain. Many times, children are bitten by dogs that are...

While many people in Iowa look forward to a fun day playing outside for themselves and their children, the fun can be disrupted in the case of an animal bite or attack. Dog bites aren't just painful. They can also spread dangerous germs that can lead to serious...

When a dog attacks a human, tragedy can result. Certain breeds of dogs have very strong jaws and may be capable of inflicting severe damage on the human body. Even small dogs can cause pain and disfiguring injuries, depending on where they bite their victim. Some dog...

Dogs make great pets, service animals and companion animals. They are clever, strong and typically friendly. However, not all dogs tolerate people the same way. Some animals quickly become aggressive in a variety of situations. That leaves people, especially younger...

Dogs typically bite for a reason. It may feel like it happens suddenly and without warning, but that could be because the reason was not obvious to a person, even if it was to the dog. For instance, many young children suffer bites to the face and/or neck because they...