Dogsbites.Org Says 319 Pit Bulls Shot in 2008 for Public Safety Reasons
According to a report released by DogsBite.org, there were 373 incidents in the US last year involving citizens and police shooting a pit bull in order to stop or prevent a dog attack. 23 of these shooting incidents occurred in Illinois, with 7 of them taking place in Chicago.
Nationally, 319 pit bulls died from the 626 bullets that were fired. 148 people sustained dog bite injuries. 3 of the dog bite injuries were serious enough to require amputations. 6 of the dog bite victims died.
In Lake County, Will County, DuPage County, and Cook County, our Chicago dog bite lawyers are committed to making sure that our clients that are injured in Illinois dog attacks receive the compensation that they are owed. Even if this is the first time a dog has attacked someone, an Illinois dog owner can still be held liable.
Why dogs might attack a person:
• To “protect” itself
• To "protect" its territory or the dog owner’s home
• The animal is in pain
• As an act of self-defense
• To assert dominance
• To retaliate against abusive behavior
According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, factors that are linked to dog bites include:
• Poor socialization
• The dog breed and the characteristics of the dog’s parents
• The victim’s behavior toward the dog prior to the attack
• Lack of training
• The dog’s health
Unfortunately, a Chicago dog mauling incident can result in catastrophic injuries for the victim. These injuries may require multiple surgeries and the victim may suffer from emotional trauma for life. An experienced Chicago dog bite law firm can help you explore your legal options.
Dogsbite.org releases report: US police and citizens shootings of pit bulls 2008, PR-USA.net
Read the Report, Dogsbite.Org, June 1, 2009 (PDF)
Related Web Resources:
Dog Bite Prevention, CDC
Top Ten (10) Most Dangerous Dog Breeds, PetsDo.com
