Understanding the “one bite rule”

A common response heard from dog owners in Spokane after their pets have been involved in attacks is that the animals never displayed any sort of aggressive tendencies before. This is likely done in hopes of earning leniency on both themselves and their dogs....

Rental property and dog attacks

We have gone over some of the consequences that dog bite victims may endure after they are attacked, from scars and physical pain to medical costs. If you were attacked by a dog, you may have many questions and could be struggling to work through a variety of issues....

What are some other types of animal attacks?

Many people recognize the potential dangers that viscous dogs pose, especially if they bite someone. Unfortunately, this happens to an unacceptable number of people each year, whether they were walking down the beach or passing their neighbor’s house on the way...

Is the dog that bit you dangerous?

When a dog attacks, it can change your life in Washington forever. Canines and the damage they inflict must be assessed for your benefit, and the prevention of future bites. The Association of Professional Dog Trainers provides an official dog bite scale for this...

Pit bull charges, bites 9-year-old boy

While the following story isn’t from Spokane or anywhere in the state of Washington, it does exemplify many of the issues that surround any dog bite case. Today’s story is from Iowa, where a 9-year-old boy was at a park with his father. While skating...