Dogs living in Iowa or any other state can be prone to biting. Statistically, about one in every five bites requires medical attention, and infection can be just as big of a concern as the pain a bit can cause. To reduce the odds of a dog biting someone, a prospective...
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Dog Bites
It’s important to understand why dogs bite
Like most people, there's a good chance you have a soft spot in your heart for dogs (and many other types of animals). Unfortunately, man's best friend is not always as friendly as you expect. And this is why dog bites happen. Big or small, young or old, there is no...
What to do in case of dog bites
Anyone in Iowa who has been bitten by a dog knows from experience that dogs are not always man's best friend. In fact, 4.7 million Americans are bitten by dogs each year, with one out of every five requiring medical attention afterwards. In the majority of cases, the...
Determining liability in a dog bite case
If an Iowa resident is bitten by an animal, the owner of that animal may be liable for any damages that a victim incurs. For instance, the animal's owner may have to pay a victim's medical bills or reimburse a victim for property damage. Punitive damages may also be a...