Massachusetts Personal Injury Library
Are Certain Dog Breeds More Prone to Bite Children in Massachusetts?
Dog bites are a major problem in the United States, as over 4 million people are bitten every year.
Children tend to make up the largest percentage of dog bite victims and they most often sustain the worst dog bite injuries.
Why Do Dogs Attack?
Dogs attack for many reasons including when they are sick, afraid, territorial or just plain aggressive. Some dog breeds have been associated with a higher rate of dog attacks and these animals have been known to cause serious injuries and death.
Dog Breed or Dog Owner?
There has been a difference of opinion over the years regarding whether the tendency to bite has more to do with the dog breed or the dog's owner.
Insurance companies lean on the side that certain dog breeds can be dangerous and have shown this belief by excluding dog breeds that have a history of aggression from the owner's policy.
Child Victims of Dog Attacks
Children are usually hurt the greatest in dog attacks due to a child's trusting nature.
- Most children are not afraid of dogs and do not hesitate to try and pet a canine.
- They are also not able to read the warning signs that a dog will give letting the victim know of an impending attack.
Therefore, children sustain serious dog bite injuries and are sometimes killed in vicious dog attacks.
Dangerous Dog Breeds
Pit Bulls
Pit bulls are notorious for their tendency to attack.
These animals will lock their jaws on their victims, causing severe injury. They have also been known to maul people to death.
Other Dangerous Dogs
Other dangerous dog breeds include:
- Rottweilers,
- Doberman Pinschers,
- German Shepherds,
- Huskies,
- Alaskan Malamutes,
- Chow Chows,
- Presa Canarios,
- Boxers, and
- Dalmatians.
The majority of these dog breeds have a history of aggression and violent behavior.
Seeking the Help of a Personal Injury Lawyer
If your child has been the victim of a vicious dog attack in Massachusetts, you need to contact a Boston dog bite injury lawyer at Kiley Law Group to advise you on the best way to seek rightful compensation for your child’s injuries.
Call 1-888-208-1695 for a FREE Consultation.
The dog's owner can be held responsible for the dog bite injury.
