Dog Bites in Staten Island

Dog attacks are all too common.  It has been estimated that 4.7 million people are bitten by dogs each year in the United States.  That means that every year, 2 percent of the total population are dog attack victims.  On average, 26 Americans are killed each year by dog attacks.

Some people believe that dog bites are so prevalent because of the close proximity of dogs to people.  It is not uncommon to see dogs at parks, sporting events, outdoor shopping malls and even on the beaches.

There have been some heated debates regarding whether or not certain dog breeds are more dangerous and prone to attack.  Some animal advocates argue that a dog’s behavior is linked to the actions or inactions of the canine’s owner.

Human behavior is thought to be a major factor in dog bites.  For example, if a dog feels that a human is challenging for food or water by removing food from the canine, the animal may become aggressive.  Also, if a dog feels that someone is threatening its territory, it may attack.

Dogs have also been known to attack when they are injured or sick, become fearful or interpret body language to be threatening.

Children are most often the victims of dog bites and frequently suffer the greatest injuries when compared to adult victims.  A child may develop scarring on the face or other parts of the body from a serious dog attack.

If you have been attacked by a dog in New York or New Jersey, contact a dog bite lawyer from the law office of Decker, Decker, Dito & Internicola at (718) 979-4300 or (800) 976-4904.