St. Petersburg Accident Blog

How to Avoid a Florida Dog Attack

Every year, there are millions of victims of dog bites across the country.  Children, ages 5 to 9, are the ones who are most often attacked by dogs and as a result, they sustain the highest number of dog bite injuries.  When a dog bite occurs, the dog owner can be held liable for injuries under Florida law.

People frequently bring their dogs to parks and other public locations, which increase the odds of a serious dog attack.  Even though dogs are domesticated, they are still animals and their behavior can be unpredictable.  Family dogs have even been known to violently attack.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has created a list of safety tips to help avoid dog bites.  According to the CDC, you should never approach an unfamiliar dog and should always ask the dog’s owner before petting the animal.  If you are approached by an unfamiliar dog, do not move and avoid running or screaming.  Children should never be allowed to play with a dog unsupervised and should be taught the proper way to treat animals.

If you or your child has been attacked by a dog, which resulted in serious injuries, contact the Law Offices of William K. Saron at (866) 836-4947 or (727) 345-4566 for legal advice.  You may be entitled to compensation for the dog bite injuries.

The article, “Avoiding Dog Bites & Vicious Canine Attacks in Florida,” has more information on this topic.