February 22
We all know that dog bites can be painful, but did you know that they can also lead to long-term physical and emotional damage?
This blog explores the possible injuries a dog bite could inflict, and it discusses prevention against these accidents. It’s important to understand the potential risks when interacting with dogs, even when they seem friendly and docile.
Dog bites can be very dangerous, causing both pain and potentially life-threatening complications.
Commonly seen injuries include:
All of these injuries pose serious medical concerns, and they require immediate medical attention to prevent infection or other long-term risks. All dog bites are serious, as their severity may not always be immediately apparent.
Dog bites can lead to a more serious problem than just what you see on the outside. Bacteria or parasites in an animal’s mouth can transfer to your wounds, leading to infection.
Common dog bite infections include:
Seek immediate medical attention if you see any symptoms associated with infections. Left unchecked, infections can cause severe internal damage. Rabies, for instance, can result in cognitive disorders if not handled early.
Dog bites can lead to serious, genuine psychological issues, especially in children.
Dog bites can lead to chronic feelings of:
These traumatic effects can cause nightmares, flashbacks, and triggers, symptoms common to anyone who suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Some traumatized by a dog bite may become anxious around all types of pets or animals. Children can develop agoraphobia, or a fear of going outside. They may associate the outdoors with danger and would rather stay safe at home.
Educate yourself about canine body language. Doing so can help keep you safe from aggressive dogs. Learn how to identify signs of aggression, anxiety, or discomfort in a canine.
Read up when it’s time to move away or otherwise separate yourself from a situation before it escalates. Also, learn how to do so without aggravating the animal.
When meeting strange dogs, remember not to be too aggressive or invasive. Allow the dog to approach on its own terms and become comfortable with its surroundings first.
Finally, teach your children the basics of how to interact with these animals. Kids get excited when they see dogs. They must understand that they cannot run toward a strange dog, back it into a corner, try to pet it without allowing it to sniff them first, and so on.
To receive proper compensation for dog bite injuries, it is often necessary to file a lawsuit. If you choose to do this, act quickly. The statute of limitations for such a suit is four years. This may seem like a long duration, but your recovery and financial loss will take up a lot of time. Distracted, you may find that your window of opportunity has passed.
To begin the process, speak with an experienced attorney who can guide you through the claim and provide advice on how to receive the highest amount of financial relief. Moreover, they can advise you on other forms of legal action. You have a right to hold a negligent dog owner responsible for their negligent behavior.
Our team can help represent you if you’ve suffered from a pet attack. Schedule time with Problems? Pick Porter!™ today by reaching out online or calling (904) 858-3211.
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