Pit Bull Attack Leaves Escondido Man Seriously Injured
The dogs pounced on Atkinson as he jogged, and continued to attack him even after Atkinson began punching and hitting the dogs, during which time he broke away only to be chased by the dogs and attacked again.
Animal control officers retrieved the dogs, which have since been euthanized with permission from the owner.
One of the dogs had a history of attacks according to animal control officers, and had been involved in another attack just a few months prior.
Most animal attacks go unreported, and there are approximately 4 million cases that take place each year according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Many people who are victims of bites do not require medical treatment, so it's easy to see that the figures above are most likely very inaccurate.
Most likely, the number of dog bites that actually take place in the country is much higher than 4 million.
The majority of animal victims are young children, which are usually more trusting of animals.
This makes them more susceptible to an attack.
Children may be considered prey to some breeds of dogs, which puts them at an increased risk of being viciously attacked.
Children between the ages of five and nine years old are the most likely to be involved in an attack.
Some dog attacks leave the victim with only minor scratches or abrasions, so some dog bites do not require immediate medical attention.
Those who are attacked by a dog should seek medical attention immediately if the skin is broken or punctured.
When you have been attacked by a strange dog, you have no idea about the immunization history of the animal.
Precautions should be taken by victims at once to protect against rabies and tetanus.
California dog bite lawyers advise taking precautions when you are bitten or attacked by a dog: * Seek medical treatment for injuries you may receive during the attack * Report any animal attack as soon as possible.
Animal control officers may know of other attacks involving the same animal that attacked you * Make notes about the appearance of the dog.
After you are able to get safely away, write down any small details about the dog before they are forgotten.
This information may be helpful in identifying a stray dog.
* California has strict laws protecting victims of dog bite attacks; it is recommended you consult with an experienced dog bite attorney in California.
Even if a dog has not attacked anyone prior to you, the owner may be held responsible for the attack under California's strict liability laws.
Animal control officers retrieved the dogs, which have since been euthanized with permission from the owner.
One of the dogs had a history of attacks according to animal control officers, and had been involved in another attack just a few months prior.
Most animal attacks go unreported, and there are approximately 4 million cases that take place each year according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Many people who are victims of bites do not require medical treatment, so it's easy to see that the figures above are most likely very inaccurate.
Most likely, the number of dog bites that actually take place in the country is much higher than 4 million.
The majority of animal victims are young children, which are usually more trusting of animals.
This makes them more susceptible to an attack.
Children may be considered prey to some breeds of dogs, which puts them at an increased risk of being viciously attacked.
Children between the ages of five and nine years old are the most likely to be involved in an attack.
Some dog attacks leave the victim with only minor scratches or abrasions, so some dog bites do not require immediate medical attention.
Those who are attacked by a dog should seek medical attention immediately if the skin is broken or punctured.
When you have been attacked by a strange dog, you have no idea about the immunization history of the animal.
Precautions should be taken by victims at once to protect against rabies and tetanus.
California dog bite lawyers advise taking precautions when you are bitten or attacked by a dog: * Seek medical treatment for injuries you may receive during the attack * Report any animal attack as soon as possible.
Animal control officers may know of other attacks involving the same animal that attacked you * Make notes about the appearance of the dog.
After you are able to get safely away, write down any small details about the dog before they are forgotten.
This information may be helpful in identifying a stray dog.
* California has strict laws protecting victims of dog bite attacks; it is recommended you consult with an experienced dog bite attorney in California.
Even if a dog has not attacked anyone prior to you, the owner may be held responsible for the attack under California's strict liability laws.
