Summer months are ripe for a dog bite injury: hot and humid weather and people gathering. Connecticut dog bites happen more frequently over the summer months and mostly with children. While anyone is certainly susceptible to a dog bite, this research shows that certain people are at a higher risk.  Children between the ages of … Keep reading…

With more Connecticut residents shopping online during this pandemic, postal workers and other shipping companies are delivering more packages and are coming into contact with more of our canine family members as people are out and about getting exercise and fresh air. The USPS defines a dog attack as anytime a postal worker is injured … Keep reading…

Dog bites can happen more often when we are indoors. When we’re inside, dogs are usually inside, too. If Fido is outdoors during spring/summer celebrations, injuries can still happen. In the state of Connecticut, the dog bite law is strict liability. This means that when the dog you care for harms another, you are responsible … Keep reading…

Summer is here and we aren’t the only ones outdoors enjoying the warm weather. Our canine friends are also visiting parks, walking streets, and hanging outdoors with their owners. Even the most mild-mannered can be aggravated enough to bite. The Humane Society advises keeping a safe distance between yourself and the dog and keep an … Keep reading…

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), one in five people who are bitten by a dog will require medical treatment. There are laws in place that protect dog owners from people who are tormenting their dogs and get bitten. However, there are exceptions made for children. If your child is under the age … Keep reading…

From time to time, even the best trained canine friends can run away from home. It is nerve-wracking for owners on the search for their canine companions, but it can also pose a threat to the public. Dogs who are away from their environment may get agitated more easily and pose a risk for a … Keep reading…

Dog bites are more likely to occur when the weather is nice and mild as many dog owners take their dogs along with them to do outdoor activities. This increases the likelihood that the dog will be exposed to people and other dogs that it does not know along with new and unfamiliar places. These … Keep reading…

Recently in New Britain, a woman was placed under arrest after her dog attacked four family members. Dog bites can happen more often over the winter season. During these months, we keep our celebrations indoors; and that typically includes Fido, too. In the state of Connecticut, the dog bite law is strict liability. This means … Keep reading…

When you are a Connecticut homeowner, it is important to have adequate coverage on your homeowners policy. Your homeowners policy does not just protect against damage to your house, but it also covers you for liability should your pet injure another person. Some folks are refusing to vaccinate their pets, but this could pose a … Keep reading…