As a law firm that represents many dog bite victims, one common question we get asked is “What are some tips to avoid getting bitten by a dog?” One of the best ways to avoid a dog attack is to be nice and respectful of the dogs personal space. This is especially true if you are not familiar with the dog or its owner.

As with humans, a dogs behavior is often dictated by its environment. So if a dog owner is abusive or facilitates aggressive behavior in their animal, a dog may be more prone to attack or bite. Similarly, a dog may also bite or attack if it feels threatened.

Here are some helpful tips and signs to watch for in dogs that may attack:

• Dog barks, growls or snarls
• Dog slowly backs away
• Dog pulls back lips and shows teeth
• Dog has a stiff and tensed body
• Dog has a stiff/straightened tail and pulled back ears
• Dog is giving you an intense stare

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If you approach a dog or the dog approaches you the best thing you can do is to slowly put space between you and the dog. Never turn you back to the dog or run. As you may know, a dogs natural instinct is to chase.

​Have you been bitten by a dog in Utah?

If you or someone you know has been injured by a dog it is important that you consult with a Utah dog bite attorney as soon as possible. A dog bite victim may eligible for compensation, including: medical bills, scarring, time off work, and pain and suffering. At McMullin Legal Group we have helped hundreds of injured victims get the compensation they deserve.

Call 435.673.9990 immediately for your free no obligation consultation.