Dog bites are a national epidemic. Many law makers have developed with various methods to deal with this problem. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate the number of dog-bite-related emergency room visits at 300,000 per year, with approximately 17 deaths and 6,000 hospitalizations per year. Many solutions have been sought, including the banning of certain breeds, and even fines for the owners of dogs who have bitten.
Dogs who have bitten may face euthanization. Owners of these dogs may face complaints. They may also be held responsible for medical bills of the victim and compensation for painThere are many communities that have a one-bite rule, meaning that if the dog was gentle in the past, the owner will not be held cvilly able for the dog’s first bite. The dog will also be exempted from the consequences for the first bite. If the bite is too violent, there will be exceptions.
If a first time dog bite has drawn blood but is not too severe, the owner of that dog may receive a fine. There are times when the dogs are quarantined, especially if the bite was serious. The second bite will result in additional fines, and the dog will be quarantined. If the bite was really severe, the dog will be destroyed. There are also cases where the owner may be asked to provide additional security to make sure that the dog will not be coming into contact with people. In the case of severe or multiple dog bites, most of the time the dog will be euthanized. As for the owner, if there was intention shown, they will be facing criminal prosecution.
Dog bite laws are not just for attacks on other dogs. If a dog attacks another dog or other domestic animal, and causes injury or death, it is subject to euthanization. The owner may be held criminally liable for both. Sara is the News editor for the Animal Shelter, The Animal Shelter is a nation wide resource for dog rescues and private citizens. You can use our shelter directory to find a local shelter, or our pet search to adopt a dg
