Dog bites can have numerous negative impacts on the health of the sufferer. Infection after a bite is just one potential issue, but it is one that often ends up overlooked. Despite that, it could cause some of the most severe repercussions of any bite effect. Early...
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Signs of canine aggression may be the owner’s responsibility
When you visit someone's property, you expect the property owner to take necessary precautions to keep you and the other guests safe from harm. Safety precautions include ensuring that the household dog does not harm you or anyone else. Owners should supervise their...
Is it true that a cat bite is worse than one from a dog?
Dog bites get a lot of attention because they are often tragic and serious. But they are not the only animals that can attack a human. Cats are just as likely to cause harm, and the American Society for Surgery of the Hand explains a bite from a cat could be more...
Can landlords be held responsible when their tenant’s dog attacks?
Alabama law states that owners are responsible for their dogs and that owners are legally required to provide confinement and training as necessary to ensure the safety of the public. However, in certain circumstances, the courts have determined that landlords are...
What is a capnocytophaga infection?
After suffering from a dog bite, it is important to get immediate medical attention. Some people may feel it is not necessary because the bite does not look "that bad", but they may find themselves unpleasantly surprised in a few days when an infection blooms....
What diseases can people get from a dog bite?
A bite from a dog causes an immediate puncture or open wound and makes a person susceptible to infection and disease. Understanding the risks associated with dog bites may encourage people to seek medical attention sooner than later. The most common diseases from dog...
What are the complications of capnocytophaga infection?
When you think about complications from cat or dog bites, you may be thinking about the puncture wound itself. Realistically, you may want to worry about other types of infection, such as Capnocytophaga. Capnocytophaga is a bacteria found in the mouths of humans and...
What are the legal risks of owning a wolf hybrid dog?
Living in Alabama gives you the right to own a wolf hybrid dog, and these beautiful animals can be a source of companionship and fascination. Some dogs have only a small percentage of wolf in them, while others were mated directly with a wolf to give them a 50-50 mix....
The myth of the stranger’s dog
When someone suffers from a dog bite in Alabama, the way that you imagine it may be all wrong. Often, people have difficulty imagining their own dogs biting another person or biting someone in their family. In reality, more than half of all dog bites occur due to an...
The health implications of a cat bite
When residents of Alabama experience a cat bite, they may not think it’s severe enough to require the attention of a doctor. Unfortunately, the dangers related to cat bites can be hugely underestimated, leading to serious or even life-threatening infections. Mayo...
