Friday, December 20, 2013

Dog Bite Epidemic Haunts Gurgaon Residents As Hospital Reports 92 Attacks In Just One Day

Dauphin County PA Dog Bite Lawsuit Filed After Alleged Attack by 3 Boxers

The Gurgaon Civil Hospital has witnessed a large number of patients reporting dog bites in the last 10 days. On average, 40-50 dog bite patients come in for treatment each day. The patient count on Monday was 92. These are just the figures from the civil hospital. Gurgaon residents are increasingly under attack from stray dogs, with an average of 50 going to the area's civil hospital for bites every day Sunny Singh (27), a resident of Gurgaon's Sector 12, said: "I was on way to my office in Udyog Vihar on Wednesday when stray dogs attacked me." Principle medical officer of the hospital Dr. Ashrudin said: "We have made special arrangements in the form of efficient doctors and support staff We have also arranged for adequate amount of antirabies vaccination. We have been sending weekly reports to the health department to intimate the civic agencies about this menace." The seriously injured patients are referred to Safdarjung Hospital in Delhi as one of its vaccinations is quite expensive and usually not available in the hospital, said a medical staff member.
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Ministry wants to bite into dog food bill

Activities such as pulling it by the collar, manipulating it in a way the dog doesnt want, walking too close to its bed, toys or food, being too obnoxious or hyper, or even being spoken to by the dog owner or parent in a certain way can elicit a response. "Dogs can only behave like dogs and treat people the way they treat other dogs." Since a dog can't talk, when a behavior occurs that it doesn't like it will growl, snap and bite. It is in a dogs nature to discipline subordinates to teach them rules and manners. Dogs can only behave like dogs and treat people the way they treat other dogs, says Berryman. In fact, in a dog's mind, they are teaching you manners as they would teach their own puppies. Dog social order is not meant to hurt, but to teach boundaries and limits.
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Dog bite highlights responsible dog ownership

Before she was able to safely reach her truck, the unchained and unsupervised dogs surrounded her and bit her multiple times throughout her body, including her left calf, left thigh and buttocks. The Defendant then came running out of his house to stop this unprovoked attack. This court document identifies charges filed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania versus the Defendant for violating the Pennsylvania Dog Law and the Pennsylvania Rabies Prevention and Control in Domestic Animals and Wildlife Act. The Hearing on those charges took place on January 10, 2013 in Dauphin County before The Honorable Rebecca Jo Margerum. At the Hearing, the Plaintiff, the Defendant and the Pennsylvania Dog Warden, Michael Zeigler testified.
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Gurgaon residents are increasingly under attack from stray dogs, with an average of 50 going to the area Ministry of Primary Industries chief financial officer Tony Murray said it had about 70 dogs and puppies on its books and was spending about $30,000 a year on dog food, and $150,000 on other related services such as vets and kennels. But he declined to provide comparable details for all the other civil and military service canines, as that could be divulging state secrets. "While MPI is happy to provide details about its own information, not all parties . . . wish to make detailed volume or spend information public because of the classified sensitive or top-secret nature of some of the dog work involved." Police, with one of the biggest packs of dogs, have about 220. These - including working stock, breeding stock, training stock and puppy development stock - chewed through about $250,000 of dog food a year, a spokeswoman said. Landcorp's farm dogs have the largest appetite - they chew through about 90 tonnes of dry food and 3.5 tonnes of puppy food each year.
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How to treat a dog bite

Treating a dog bite The house at 1841 Liddell Road in Deep Run was quiet Wednesday morning, except for the barking of one or two small dogs inside. At the back steps, there lay a vinyl-coated cable dog lead about 40 feet and attached to the porch. But there was no dog. The dog is quarantined at the Lenoir County SPCA, awaiting its fate at the end of 10 days after having bit a 9-year-old boy in front of the next door neighbors house a house about 50 feet from where the dog was tied up. The leash appeared to be able to reach as far as the end of a white picket fence where the two neighbors driveways merged into one and ran alongside the yard where seven youth were playing ball on Saturday. The dogs owner let the pit bull out and attached its leash to the dog when the children were outside playing. The dog, more than a year old, ran toward the neighbors front yard and arrived without its collar. And it wasnt the first time the dog had gotten loose.
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Bridgeport Might Settle Dog-bite Suit

Dauphin County PA Dog Bite Lawsuit Filed After Alleged Attack by 3 Boxers

Diaz was standing with one of the car's passengers when Sampson struck, leaving a 10-centimeter wound, according to the suit, "between the middle fingers" on the back of the trooper's left hand. Diaz was rushed to St. Vincent 's Medical Center . He recovered and is back on the job, but the lawsuit was seeking damages for treatment, disfigurement and permanent partial impairment of his left hand. If the City Council does not agree to the settlement, the case has been scheduled for trial early next year. At the time of the incident, Rodriguez, who is still a member of the department, and Sampson had been on the beat for less than two years.
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Nationally, about 5,600 U.S. Postal Service letter carriers were attacked by dogs each of the last two years, said Los Angeles spokesman Richard Maher. In California, a carrier was attacked in March and died of complications four days later after she suffered a stroke likely caused by trauma, Maher said. Los Angeles carriers recorded the most bites with 83; San Diego was second with 68; followed by Houston at 47; and Cleveland at 44. Medical expenses from dog attacks cost the Postal Service just over $1 million last year, officials said. The third full week each May is National Dog Bite Prevention Week and State Farm, the U.S.
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Dog bites can leave a parting shot

This type of injury needs treatment and cleaning by a health care practitioner. According to the MedicineNet article on dog bite treatment, wounds should be kept elevated and, if possible, washing the wound with tap water may be attempted. Information should be obtained from the dog's owner about the dogs rabies immunization status. In many cases the dog runs away or you can't find the dog owner. If this is the case, law enforcement and animal control centers can be of help to find out more information. Frequently after a person is bitten by a dog that can't be found or the owner leaves the scene with the dog without leaving information, newspapers print a story asking for people to help identify the dog, if seen again.
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Treating dog bites

Moving tips 13, Lisa Searcy's son, Dylan Henkel, 19, was working at Fareway grocery story when he helped a customer carry her groceries to her car. When Henkel went to pet the dog inside the customer's car, Searcy said it snapped at her son, "piercing his finger." "He didn't understand the importance of getting information," Searcy said. Searcy said they've filed a report with police but since her son didn't get much information other than a description of a tan, possible Labrador mix with "zebra stripes" he's had to get rabies shots as a precautionary measure. "We want to find the woman to find out if the dog is up-to-date on its shots," Searcy said, adding that so far, her son has had two rabies shots, with three more to follow if they don't find the woman. "The doctor said rabies are rare, but if you get it, it's fatal. We just don't want to have to worry about anything." Chris McGinnis, director of the Muscatine Humane Society, said seeking medical attention was the correct thing to do because, "even if it's a minor bite, it does require medical attention." McGinnis offered advice to those who do suffer a dog bite: get a good look at the dog for any identifiable marks to better help animal control. Steve McGivern, the animal control officer for Muscatine, agreed, saying that seeking medical attention was the correct thing to do.
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Dog bite claims cost insurers $497M in 2011, insurance group says

The Defendant did not file an appeal from the Judge's ruling. In addition to a claim for personal injury damages, my Complaint requests an award of punitive damages versus this dog owner, said Attorney Newell. I have alleged in my Complaint three separate occasions where this dog owner acted recklessly by failing to meet his obligations under the Pennsylvania Dog Law and the Pennsylvania Rabies Prevention and Control in Domestic Animals and Wildlife Act, thereby putting delivery personnel, such as my client, in physical danger. This is a situation that could have easily been avoided had the Defendant complied with the requirements of Pennsylvania Law as the vast majority of responsible dog owners do each and every day here in Pennsylvania. PA dog bite lawyer , Thomas J. Newell, has successfully resolved numerous dog attack cases throughout Central Pennsylvania. On November 05, 2013, Judge Thomas R. Campbell of the Adams County Court of Common Pleas approved Attorney Newell's Petition for Minor's Compromise for a $300,000.00 settlement for an Adams County pit bull attack victim in Case #13-S-392.
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Thursday, December 19, 2013

Dog Bites Can Leave A Parting Shot

Titusville dog bite victim released from hospital and recovering from attack

We just don't want to have to worry about anything." Chris McGinnis, director of the Muscatine Humane Society, said seeking medical attention was the correct thing to do because, "even if it's a minor bite, it does require medical attention." McGinnis offered advice to those who do suffer a dog bite: get a good look at the dog for any identifiable marks to better help animal control. Steve McGivern, the animal control officer for Muscatine, agreed, saying that seeking medical attention was the correct thing to do. If a report is filed, McGivern saidthat if the owner can be identified, he'll contact the person, investigate what happened and look into the animal's medical history. The animal's owner could be subject to fines ranging from $50 to $100 and the animal may be quarantined inside its home until it's examined by a veterinarian. If the diagnosis is rabies, the outcome is more serious than a fine. In fact, it's final. According to city code, if the city is forced to impound an animal that's bitten a person or another animal and determines that it's rabid, the animal will be put down.
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Dog bite highlights responsible dog ownership

The dog, since dubbed "Tiny Tim," was picked up and taken to the Emergency Veterinary Hospital in Ann Arbor where the full extent of his maladies were assessed. Tiny Tim, estimated to be less than a year of age, was emaciated and covered with infected bite wounds, with the majority of the injuries concentrated around his head and ears. Judging by the pup's body, he was on the receiving end of a horrible dog attack; whether or not it was an intentional act (bait dog has been suggested), or a random attack on a defenseless, peaceful pup, is unknown. The rescue agency, Providing for Paws, has taken responsibility for the injured dog; the following information was shared by Providing Paws about his condition: Initial blood work shows Tiny Tim to be very anemic, white blood count elevated because of the infection. Both of those were to be expected with the blood loss from his wounds, as well as infection. However, his liver is showing some higher levels then they should and our veterinarian is concerned he may have Lepto.
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Battered dog, covered in bite wounds, rescued from the streets in Michigan

Animals in need following death of sanctuary owner At the back steps, there lay a vinyl-coated cable dog lead about 40 feet and attached to the porch. But there was no dog. The dog is quarantined at the Lenoir County SPCA, awaiting its fate at the end of 10 days after having bit a 9-year-old boy in front of the next door neighbors house a house about 50 feet from where the dog was tied up. The leash appeared to be able to reach as far as the end of a white picket fence where the two neighbors driveways merged into one and ran alongside the yard where seven youth were playing ball on Saturday. The dogs owner let the pit bull out and attached its leash to the dog when the children were outside playing. The dog, more than a year old, ran toward the neighbors front yard and arrived without its collar. And it wasnt the first time the dog had gotten loose.
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Rabid dog bites Conway resident; Stray dog lived in backyard

"It was a very short message that said, 'Please come, I've been bit by three dogs and it's bad.' That's all she get out before I said, 'Okay, I'll be there as soon as I can," England said. England said she didn't realized how bad Snowden's injuries were, until she arrived at her friend's home. "When I got there, and I saw there was a big puddle of blood in the kitchen and she was sitting in the bathtub, hanging in the bathtub with trying to wash the blood off of her legs Lake Elsinore Dog Bite Lawyer and stuff, I said, 'Don't move, I'll be right back' and that's when I went to the phone and called," England said. Snowden suffered injuries to her thighs, shin, hand and buttocks, she's received several stitches and is now under the watchful care of her friends. "She's doing very well she's resting taking her antibiotic and her pain medicine, just relaxing," Snowden said. Police say the attack happened in front of Snowden's Titusville home as she was checking the mail. Investigators say a neighbors' mixed breed dogs managed to get loose and attacked her, Animal Services took custody of all three dogs and the owners were fined and cited.
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This is very expensive and time consuming. In Arkansas, rabies occurs in the wild in skunks and bats. Rabies is a virus that attacks the brain and spinal cord and is a fatal disease. It is most often seen in animals such as skunks, bats and foxes. Cats, dogs, ferrets and livestock can also develop rabies, especially if they are not vaccinated. In 2012, Arkansas had 131 rabies positive animals 101 skunks, 22 bats, three cows, three dogs, one horse and one cat. The rabid cat in 2012 also was from Conway. So far in 2013, the state has had 116 skunks, 26 bats, three cats, one cow, three dogs and one horse test positive for rabies.
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Wednesday, December 18, 2013

Dog Bite Claims Fall, Except For Mail Carriers

Dog owners' new policy: Bite back

One is, "The check's in the mail," and two is, "My dog won't bite,' " says Mark Saunders, USPS spokesman. He adds that it's almost never the postal service's fault that you haven't received your check, and usually the person who owes you just hasn't sent it yet. Leading the list of dog bite claims were California, coming in first, with 451 claims costing $17.1 million; Illinois at 337 claims costing $9 million at second; and Texas with 236 claims costing $4.3 million at third. Six states on State Farm's Top 10 states for dog bite claims list had improved from the year before; four Illinois, Texas, Indiana, and Georgia reported more claims. Avoid dog bites: Get sniffed. Always let a dog see and sniff you before petting, says the USPS Consult a trainer.
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Dog bite highlights responsible dog ownership

Spay/neuter your dog. Source: USA TODAY research So far, only Pennsylvania prohibits "breed discrimination" by insurers. Similar legislation also is pending in Massachusetts, New Hampshire and New York. "None of these has passed so far this year, but this is just the start of a campaign," says Lisa Weisberg, vice president of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Safety concerns about certain breeds often arise after high-profile dog attacks such as the fatal mauling in 2001 of a San Francisco woman by two Presa Canarios, says Stephanie Pier of the American Kennel Club, a non-profit group that promotes purebred dogs. Some cities have banned ownership of particular breeds or required owners to carry minimum liability coverage.
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Rabid dog bites Conway resident; Stray dog lived in backyard

State officials describe the dog as a stray that had been living in someones backyard for six to seven months and had not been vaccinated against rabies. The dog was unable to be caught in order to have Conway Animal Services take the dog, but during the ice storm last week, the dog was finally caught and placed in a pet cage. An individual was bitten by the dog before animal services could get to the home to pick it up. This serves to remind everyone that every animal bite should be taken seriously, even very minor ones, which this one was, according to a spokesman. Because the dog had rabies, the person who was bitten will receive preventive vaccines as a life-saving measure. No other human exposures are confirmed. 2 cases: Boone County 1 skunk, 1 cat; Carroll County 2 skunks; Arkansas state law requires all dogs and cats to be vaccinated against rabies by a licensed veterinarian.
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Dog bites drive up insurance payouts; premiums could be next

High payouts on dog bites are happening because more people own dogs, they live closer to one another, and parents are more likely to get advanced medical care for their children after a bite, said Bob Skow, CEO of the Independent Insurance Agents of Iowa. "Forty years ago, a kid got bit, Mom and Dad didn't take him to a plastic surgeon," he said. "Nowadays they do." Most often, kids are the bite victims. Skow said people should own dogs appropriate for where they live and train them properly, and parents should teach children how to avoid provoking dogs. There are 78.2 million dogs in the U.S., according to the American Pet Products Association, one dog for every four people. "Statistically, the numbers have gone up at the same time that we've become more of an urban society," Skow said. Laws in 18 states let dog owners off on liability for the dog's first bite, but in others, including Iowa, an owner is liable for all damages caused by his dog, unless the person injured was committing a crime or trespassing, or unless the dog had rabies and the owner didn't know it.
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dog bites The dog is quarantined at the Lenoir County SPCA, awaiting its fate at the end of 10 days after having bit a 9-year-old boy in front of the next door neighbors house a house about 50 feet from where the dog was tied up. The leash appeared to be able to reach as far as the end of a white picket fence where the two neighbors driveways merged into one and ran alongside the yard where seven youth were playing ball on Saturday. The dogs owner let the pit bull out and attached its leash to the dog when Menifee Dog Bite Attorney the children were outside playing. The dog, more than a year old, ran toward the neighbors front yard and arrived without its collar. And it wasnt the first time the dog had gotten loose.
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Most Dog Bites In Core City Areas

Dogs Put $489M Bite on Home Insurance Industry

Leftover food is dumped in the open in some parts where dogs flock in large number," said S T Pardeshi, medical officer of health (MoH), Pune Municipal Corporation. The PMC has assigned the task of sterilisation and vaccination of stray dogs to two non-governmental organizations (NGO). "The city's four zones have been divided between the two NGOs. Their representatives work in tandem with our zonal medical officers. We have already finished 100% vaccination and sterilisation work in three of the 15 medical wards.
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Dog Bites Insurance Companies: Man's Best Friend Behind One-Third of All Homeowner Claims

The low over the past decade occurred in 2005, when 14,295 dog bite claims were recorded. While the number of dog bite claims has fluctuated a bit up and down, the value of claims has gone in one direction : upward. In the 2012, dog bite claims accounted for $489.7 million, which is more than one-third of all homeowners liability claims paid in the year, according to the III. Compare that to 2003, when there were a few hundred more dog bite claims, and yet the claim payouts totaled $324.2 million. From 2003 to 2012, the value of dog bite claims increased 51%, a rate that far outpaces inflation. The average dog bite claim payout rose from $19,162 in 2003 to $29,752 last year, an increase of 55%. (MORE: Millions on Pet Halloween Costumes?
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Autopsy shows baby died from dog-bite wounds

Tell your child to avoid giving direct eye contact to a dog showing these signs and slowly back away from the dog. Counsel your child to never scream or run away from a dog that shows these signs as this may trigger the dogs prey instinct to bite the child. Some of the best tips for treating dog bites are on the Dog Bite Treatment site at Medicine.net, ASHP: Animal Bites Often Given Wrong Treatment . Also see the site, Treatment For Dog Bites . Check out the December 8, 2011 article, by Nancy Walsh, MedPage Today, " Medical News: ASHP: Animal Bites Often Given Wrong Treatment ," by Nancy Walsh, Staff Writer, MedPage Today. That article has been reviewed by Robert Jasmer, MD ; Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine, University of California, San Francisco and Dorothy Caputo, MA, RN, BC-ADM, CDE, Nurse Planner. According to the article, more than a third of patients presenting to the emergency department with animal bites received inappropriate treatment, that small study found. Among 98 patients seen with bites over the course of a year, only 63 (64%) were discharged on the appropriate antibiotic, according to Stephanie Fenwick, PharmD, of the Christ Hospital in Cincinnati, and Sarah Rotman, PharmD, of the University of Cincinnati.
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Treating dog bites

Christmas cake Oh, sweetheart. Oh, my sweet baby. Mia died about 7:45 a.m. at Nationwide Childrens Hospital. Sgt. Steven Little of the first-shift homicide squad said the dogs, two Shiba Inus, didnt seem to have attacked the baby but were playing roughly with her.
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Getty Images How costly are dog bites? The cost to the insurance industry last year was $489 million--about one-third of all the money paid out for homeowners' liability claims overall. That figure, says the Insurance Information Institute , is up more than 50 percent since 2003. The number of bite claims last year topped 16,500. Half a billion dollars, though, does not begin to quantify the harm Lake Elsinore Dog Bite Lawyer done by bites from Fifi, Rex, Laverne, Princess, Laddie-Boy and Busterin other words, from dogs in toto. Toto, too? Yes, even from Toto.
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Tuesday, December 17, 2013

Dog Bite Claims Fall, Except For Mail Carriers

Dog owners' new policy: Bite back

John, USA TODAY 6:53 p.m. EDT May 16, 2013 Dog bite claims were down by 2.1% in 2012 from 2011, State Farm reports (Photo: Thinkstock) Dog bite claims were down by 2.1% in 2012 from 2011, State Farm reports The U.S. Postal Service reported 5,879 bites last year, 274 more than in 2011 California is the top state in claims SHARE 111 CONNECT 38 TWEET 4 COMMENTEMAILMORE Last year, dogs were slightly less bitey, but they made an exception for mail carriers. Who's a good dog? The ones responsible for the 2.1% decrease in insurance claims for dog bites in 2012 are good dogs, says a report released Wednesday by State Farm, which covers dog bites under renters and homeowners insurance policies. But the insurer still cited 3,670 dog bite claims, costing an average of $29,522 for everything from stitches and shots to lawsuits and reconstructive surgery. Fido's lenience was not extended to the U.S. Postal Service, which reported 5,879 bites and attacks last year, 274 more than in 2011.
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Dog bites can leave a parting shot

Searcy said they've filed a report with police but since her son didn't get much information other than a description of a tan, possible Labrador mix with "zebra stripes" he's had to get rabies shots as a precautionary measure. "We want to find the woman to find out if the dog is up-to-date on its shots," Searcy said, adding that so far, her son has had two rabies shots, with three more to follow if they don't find the woman. "The doctor said rabies are rare, but if you get it, it's fatal. We just don't want to have to worry about anything." Chris McGinnis, director of the Muscatine Humane Society, said seeking medical attention was the correct thing to do because, "even if it's a minor bite, it does require medical attention." McGinnis offered advice to those who do suffer a dog bite: get a good look at the dog for any identifiable marks to better help animal control. Steve McGivern, the animal control officer for Muscatine, agreed, saying that seeking medical attention was the correct thing to do. If a report is filed, McGivern saidthat if the owner can be identified, he'll contact the person, investigate what happened and look into the animal's medical history.
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Good Dogs Do Bite: Training Advice from the *Real* Dog Whisperer

Whenever a cat or dog gets rabies, there are always people exposed to the animal, and individuals must have a series of preventive shots so that they do not get rabies, according to Susan Weinstein, DVM, state public health veterinarian. This is very expensive and time consuming. In Arkansas, rabies occurs in the wild in skunks and bats. Rabies is a virus that attacks the brain and spinal cord and is a fatal disease. It is most often seen in animals such as skunks, bats and foxes. Cats, dogs, ferrets and livestock can also develop rabies, especially if they are not vaccinated. In 2012, Arkansas had 131 rabies positive animals 101 skunks, 22 bats, three cows, three dogs, one horse and one cat. The rabid cat in 2012 also was from dog bite lawyer Conway.
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Rabid dog bites Conway resident; Stray dog lived in backyard

The reason: Bukarus, their 12-year-old Rottweiler. Some insurers refuse to cover certain dog breeds, including Rottweilers and pit bulls. By Bob Riha, Jr., USA TODAY Bukarus has never bitten anyone, but if he did, the Craanens' insurance policy typically would cover medical costs and claims for damages by the victim. Hit by increased costs from such claims, some insurance companies are refusing to sell or renew policies to homeowners like the Craanens who own Rottweilers, pit bulls, Doberman Pinschers, Siberian huskies and certain other breeds. The trend is prompting dog owners to fight back and demand an end to what they call "canine profiling." "We feel we are being discriminated against," says Chris Craanen, who scrambled and found a new policy.
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Dogs Put $489M Bite on Home Insurance Industry

Children are easy to injure, she notes. They tend to do "surprising things." And dogs, she noteseven the nicest and most loving onesdo not always respond well to surprises. Somebody pulls your tail while you're asleep? You bite. The Insurance Information Institute says the most expensive claims are ones involving young children disfigured by a bite: Your neighbor's child comes over to your house to play, is bitten, and needs reconstructive surgery.
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dog bites ID: You have a broad spectrum of trainers. You have some brilliant ones and some real dunces. When interviewing a trainer I would start by going to the website. Again, common sense prevails. Are they using methods that seem okay with you? If you like what you see, call them up and see what theyre trying to teach.
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Dog Bites Drive Up Insurance Payouts; Premiums Could Be Next

Dog Bites Rise During Holiday Season

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According to the U.S. Postal Service, December is a peak time for dog bites and dog-related injuries, with children out of school for winter break and mail carriers delivering a higher volume of mail and holiday packages. Nearly 2,700 dog bites occurred between July 1, 2012 and June 30 of this year. The 92113 zip code -- which encompasses areas like downtown, Barrio Logan and Logan Heights -- had the most dog bites in San Diego with 113 reported incidents. In the 2012 calendar year, San Diego County letter carriers experienced 75 dog bites/attacks. So far this year, dog bites/attacks on letter carriers are at 89.
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Treating dog bites

Germ-free makeup From 2003 to 2012, the value of dog bite claims increased 51%, a rate that far outpaces inflation. The average dog bite claim payout rose from $19,162 in 2003 to $29,752 last year, an increase of 55%. (MORE: Millions on Pet Halloween Costumes? Why We Spend More and More on Pets ) Insurers take notice of such data, and yes, owning a dogespecially one that has bitten someonecan affect your policy. In general, the fact that you have a dog doesnt factor into what rate you pay for homeowners insurance. But as the New York Times noted , once a dog bite takes place at your home, the insurer could raise the premium or even exclude dog-related injuries from coverage. Some animal cruelty prevention societies report that homeowners have been denied insurance because they own certain high-risk breeds of dogs, including Pit Bulls and Rottweilers. A couple of states outlaw breed profiling, but most states allow insurance companies to deny or cancel coverage if a certain breed of dog is living at the home.
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How to treat a dog bite

Treating a dog bite If the skin is not disturbed, or if there is a minimal abrasion present, it may be reasonable to watch for signs of infection (pain, redness, warmth, swelling, and drainage of pus or fluid) before seeking medical care. Many people refuse medical treatment for dog bites. If no treatment is requested, the rabies immunization status of the dog needs to be determined immediately. Rabies therapy , if necessary, must begin as soon as possible. As well, the victim's tetanus status needs to be current.
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Autopsy shows baby died from dog-bite wounds

The scenario is a common one. A 6-year-old girl loves to hug and play with the family dog, so while visiting at a friends house she runs up and hugs and squeezes their dog like she does with her own pet Fido and gets bitten. "Dogs dont actually like to be hugged by someone they dont know," shares Berryman, who says that dogs actually see it as threat. Dogs dont hug each other to show love or affection. The only action where a dog grabs another is when it is showing dominance, she says.
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Dog Bites Insurance Companies: Man's Best Friend Behind One-Third of All Homeowner Claims

Oh, my sweet baby. Mia died about 7:45 a.m. at Nationwide Childrens Hospital. Sgt. Steven Little of the first-shift homicide squad said the dogs, two Shiba Inus, didnt seem to have attacked the baby but were playing roughly with her. The dogs were being held by Franklin County animal control at the request of police.
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Monday, December 16, 2013

Dog Owners' New Policy: Bite Back

Dog Bites Rise During Holiday Season

Similar legislation also is pending in Massachusetts, New Hampshire and New York. "None of these has passed so far this year, but this is just the start of a campaign," says Lisa Weisberg, vice president of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Safety concerns about certain breeds often arise after high-profile dog attacks such as the fatal mauling in 2001 of a San Francisco woman by two Presa Canarios, says Stephanie Pier of the American Kennel Club, a non-profit group that promotes purebred dogs. Some cities have banned ownership of particular breeds or required owners to carry minimum liability coverage. "The first instinct is always to ban the breed," she says. "But people soon realize that it's an individual dog not the breed that's responsible." Dogs bite about 4.7 million Americans a year, and about 800,000 require medical treatment. About 25 breeds of dogs were involved in 238 fatal dog bites during the 20 years ending in 1999, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported in a 2000 study. Pit-bull type dogs and Rottweilers were involved in more than half of these deaths, the report said.
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Treating dog bites

Germ-free makeup According to the U.S. Postal Service, December is a peak time for dog bites and dog-related injuries, with children out of school for winter break and mail carriers delivering a higher volume of mail and holiday packages. Nearly 2,700 dog bites occurred between July 1, 2012 and June 30 of this year. The 92113 zip code -- which encompasses areas like downtown, Barrio Logan and Logan Heights -- had the most dog bites in San Diego with 113 reported incidents. In the 2012 calendar year, San Diego County letter carriers experienced 75 dog bites/attacks. So far this year, dog bites/attacks on letter carriers are at 89. Letter carriers in San Diego will be wearing Dog Bite Awareness t-shirts on weekends while delivering mail as a reminder to dog owners of the importance of responsible pet ownership.
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Even if she knew the dog, why was she doing it? Where were the parents? What did they know about the dog? I was thinking of all the ways this incident could have been avoided." In the case of the Cocker Spaniel it truly could have been avoided, especially since the dog did already have a history of biting or nipping. Unfortunately owners tend to think that nips are a fluke since they don't occur every time in the given situation.
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Dog bites drive up insurance payouts; premiums could be next

Immediately seek professional advice (e.g., from veterinarians, animal behaviorists, or responsible breeders) if the dog develops aggressive or undesirable behaviors. Are there safety tips for children? To help prevent children from being bitten by dogs, teach the following basic safety tips and review them regularly: Do not approach an unfamiliar dog. Do not run from a dog or scream. Remain motionless (e.g., "be still like a tree") when approached by an unfamiliar dog. If knocked over by a dog, roll into a ball and lie still (e.g., "be still like a log"). Do not play with a dog unless supervised by an adult.
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Dog Bite Prevention Week: A Time to Take Responsibility for Dog Bites

http://freedoghandbook.com/treating-dog-bites-12/ width='200px' style='float:left;padding:5px' /> There are 78.2 million dogs in the U.S., according to the American Pet Products Association, one dog for every four people. "Statistically, the numbers have gone up at the same time that we've become more of an urban society," Skow said. Laws in 18 states let dog owners off on liability for the dog's first bite, but in others, including Iowa, an owner is liable for all damages caused by his dog, unless the person injured was committing a crime or trespassing, or unless the dog had rabies and the owner didn't know it. "Most insurance policies are going to put in their underwriting provisions that they're not going to cover vicious dogs," said Tom Alger, Iowa Insurance Division spokesman. Contributing: Belz also reports for The Des Moines Register.
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Dog Bite Claims Fall, Except For Mail Carriers

Dog owners' new policy: Bite back

"The most dangerous dogs are http://dogfriendlydirectory.com/?p=223 dogs that fall victim to human shortcomings such as poor training and irresponsible ownership." Avoid angry dogs. When dogs are angry, they stand forward on their haunches, with ears forward, face tense, teeth showing, hair bristling, and tail stiff and twitching, says Kathy Voigt, founder of nonprofit Prevent the Bite. Watch those kids. Because they're closer to mouth level, children are much more likely to be injured, and much more likely to be bitten in the face or head, says Worters. Don't run way. "Dogs naturally love to chase after things and catch things like balls or Frisbees, so you don't want to give them a reason to get excited and start chasing you," says State Farm Agent Tawana Mensah.
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Dog bites drive up insurance payouts; premiums could be next

State Farm, the largest writer of homeowners insurance in the U.S., paid more than $109 million on nearly 3,800 dog bite claims in 2011. The Insurance Information Institute's analysis of homeowners insurance data found that the average cost of dog bite claims in the U.S. was $29,396 in 2011, up 53.4% from $19,162 in 2004. Medical costs and the sizes of settlements, judgments and jury awards given to plaintiffs have all outpaced inflation, the organization said. High payouts on dog bites are happening because more people own dogs, they live closer to one another, and parents are more likely to get advanced medical care for their children after a bite, said Bob Skow, CEO of the Independent Insurance Agents of Iowa. "Forty years ago, a kid got bit, Mom and Dad didn't take him to a plastic surgeon," he said. "Nowadays they do." Most often, kids are the bite victims. Skow said people should own dogs appropriate for where they live and train them properly, and parents should teach children how to avoid provoking dogs.
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Autopsy shows baby died from dog-bite wounds

Some insurers refuse to cover certain dog breeds, including Rottweilers and pit bulls. By Bob Riha, Jr., USA TODAY Bukarus has never bitten anyone, but if he did, the Craanens' insurance policy typically would cover medical costs and claims for damages by the victim. Hit by increased costs from such claims, some insurance companies are refusing to sell or renew policies to homeowners like the Craanens who own Rottweilers, pit bulls, Doberman Pinschers, Siberian huskies and certain other breeds. The trend is prompting dog owners to fight back and demand an end to what they call "canine profiling." "We feel we are being discriminated against," says Chris Craanen, who scrambled and found a new policy. "Bukarus is arthritic.
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dog bites My husband fell asleep and my baby fell onto the ground, and shes just a preemie, she told the dispatcher, over what sounded like a babys cry. Oh, sweetheart. Oh, my sweet baby. Mia died about 7:45 a.m. at Nationwide Childrens Hospital. Sgt. Steven Little of the first-shift homicide squad said the dogs, two Shiba Inus, didnt seem to have attacked the baby but were playing roughly with her.
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Sunday, December 15, 2013

Dog Owners' New Policy: Bite Back

She and her husband adopted a mixed-breed pit bull named Emily two years ago. "What really gets me mad is that they would insure me if I had a registered firearm in the house, but not if I have a dog," she says. "Does that make sense?" Animal shelters are seeing a big increase in drop-offs from owners "who choose their insurance policy over their dog," says Brian Sodergren of the Humane Society. Homeowner's insurance typically pays for damage, theft and legal liability for injuries to others, including those caused by pets. Dog bites represent about a third of all homeowners' liability claims but only 10% to 15% of the amount companies pay each year. The cost has grown, however, from $250 million in 1996 to $310 million in 2001, the Insurance Information Institute, an industry group, reports. The total was "up slightly in 2002," spokeswoman Alejandra Soto says. After a dog bite claim, insurers typically raise the premium, cancel the policy or rewrite it to exclude the dog.
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Dog Bites Rise During Holiday Season

Activities such as pulling it by the collar, manipulating it in a way the dog doesnt want, walking too close to its bed, toys or food, being too obnoxious or hyper, or even being spoken to by the dog owner or parent in a certain way can elicit a response. "Dogs can only behave like dogs and treat people the way they treat other dogs." Since a dog can't talk, when a behavior occurs that it doesn't like it will growl, snap and bite. It is in a dogs nature to discipline subordinates to teach them rules and manners. Dogs can only behave like dogs and treat people the way they treat other dogs, says Berryman. In fact, in a dog's mind, they are teaching you manners as they would teach their own puppies. Dog social order is not meant to hurt, but to teach boundaries and limits. The discipline technique of dogs is quick, startling and meant so that they dont have to tell the pup not to do something ever again," she says.
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Dog Bite Prevention Week: A Time to Take Responsibility for Dog Bites

Hernandez also stresses that the dog owner has to take responsibility. "With dog owners I'm hearing [them say] that it's someone else's fault. 'This is my dog and how dare the child ride a skateboard on the sidewalk or how dare these kids scream and run like kids do in the front of my house' " he states. What they should be asking according to Hernandez, is "What am I going to do to get my dog accustomed to the normalcies of life." Because children and people just walking, doing their own thing is very different from those who interact with the pet inappropriately. Both dog owners and people interacting with dogs should take responsibility, realistically it goes both ways because, no matter what, the consequence is bad for the dog. "Any time a person is bit even if the dog is reacting [fearfully] to something the person did, people think the animal is dangerous and aggressive regardless of the circumstances. Most of the time they say it's out of the blue or uncharacteristic of the animal but when you delve further and ask about the type of interactions and training [and socialization] you find that there's a huge void between having an animal and having it be accustomed to being around new people and new situations. That is, most of these animals are fearful because they did not receive enough positive experiences around many people, environments, and animals during their early puppy sensitive period of socialization and through adulthood.
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Dog Bites Insurance Companies: Man's Best Friend Behind One-Third of All Homeowner Claims

According to the U.S. Postal Service, December is a peak time for dog bites and dog-related injuries, with children out of school for winter break and mail carriers delivering a higher volume of mail and holiday packages. Nearly 2,700 dog bites occurred between July 1, 2012 and June 30 of this year. The 92113 zip code -- which encompasses areas like downtown, Barrio Logan and Logan Heights -- had the most dog bites in San Diego with 113 reported incidents. In the 2012 calendar year, San Diego County letter carriers experienced 75 dog bites/attacks.
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How to treat a dog bite

Treating a dog bite From 2003 to 2012, the value of dog bite claims increased 51%, a rate that far outpaces inflation. The average dog bite claim payout rose from $19,162 in 2003 to $29,752 last year, an increase of 55%. (MORE: Millions on Pet Halloween Costumes? Why We Spend More and More on Pets ) Insurers take notice of such data, and yes, owning a dogespecially one that has bitten someonecan affect your policy. In general, the fact that you have a dog doesnt factor into what rate you pay for homeowners insurance. But as the New York Times noted , once a dog bite takes place at your home, the insurer could raise the premium or even exclude dog-related injuries from coverage.
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