Dog lovers in Texas and elsewhere consider their pets to be members of their families. Dog owners are obligated, however, to ensure the safety of anyone who is exposed to their dog’s presence. Whether a person has hired a pet sitter or encounters a stranger at a park,...
In Texas or elsewhere, there’s no way to predict with near certainty which dogs might bite and which won’t. Nevertheless, studies have documented that there are certain breeds of dogs with more bite incidents attributed to them than others. Awareness may be a key to...
Whether you love dogs, own a dog or are afraid of dogs and try to steer clear of them at all times, you have a right to reasonably expect safety if you visit someone who owns a dog or encounter such animals in public. A dog can cause substantial property damage or...