Preventing Dog Bites

Children are the most likely to become the victim of a dog bite or attack. This can lead to serious dog bite injuries or even death, in extreme cases. 

There are some things you can do to help prevent dog bites from happening to your child. If your child has already been injured because of a dog bite, you should immediately contact a dog bite lawyer in Chicago who can work with you to establish liability and build a credible and comprehensive dog bite claim.

Listed below are important things you can teach your child in the interest of preventing dog bites: 

• Never approach a dog that is eating, sleeping or taking care of its puppies;
• Always ask permission before petting a dog;
• Don't tease dogs;
• Never run from a dog;
• If a dog approaches, stop and stand still, keeping your arms at your side. Don't make noise; walk away slowly while still facing the dog;
• Never stare into a dog's eyes;
• In a dog attack the best position to take is to curl up in a ball and cover your head with hands and arms; and
• Don't scream or make a lot of noise around a dog. 

These tips can help prevent dog bites in more controlled environments. Unfortunately, there is never a guarantee that your child won't be a victim of an animal attack, particularly if a pet owner neglects to properly leash and fence their dangerous dog.

If your child was injured by someone else's dog in a dog attack, you should contact a Chicago dog bite lawyer who can help you to determine issues of negligence and liability. To learn more about the connection between children and dog bite injuries, visit our article library. 

Contacting a Chicago Dog Bite Lawyer

Dog bite injuries can leave psychological and physical scars.  At the Law Offices of Barry G. Doyle, P.C, a Chicago dog bite lawyer will examine all aspects of your dog bite case, determine liability, and aggressively pursue the full amount of compensation due to you for any injuries or loss you may have suffered as a result of your dog bite incident. Contact us today for a free case evaluation - 312-263-1080.