Preventing Dog Bites

Dogs are a man’s best friend, but they are not always friendly. Each year, as many as 4.7 million people are bitten by dogs, and these injuries vary widely in severity. Many families have pets, and dogs are an extremely popular addition to a household.

The vast majority of bite victims are children under 12 years of age, and many of those injuries are bites to the face. Although children are the most likely to be injured, adults are still at risk of dog attacks. It is important to do everything you can to protect yourself.

Defending Yourself from a Dog Bite

If you think a dog may bite you, it is important not to incite the animal to attack. Standing still, with your hands at your sides, will help ensure that the dog does not feel threatened. It is also important to deflect attention from yourself as much as possible. Do not scream or run away, as this can scare the dog and make him attack out of self-defense.

If the dog does attack you, put anything you can in between yourself and the dog. A purse, a jacket, a shoe, or anything that is not directly injuring you is a great thing to have the dog bite instead of biting you. It is important to seek medical attention after having been attacked by a dog.

Contact Us

If you have been the victim of an animal attack, contact the Houston personal injury attorneys of Williams Kherkher today at 832-369-8296.