Invest in professional behavior training for your dog. If your dog is properly trained, listens to commands and knows how to act in certain situations, he or she will be less likely to act aggressively regardless of the situation.
If your dog bites another person, can you be held liable? Liability Statute New York does not have a Dog Bite Statute that outlines when an owner will be subject to statutory liability, except in cases involving dangerous dogs.
If the judge is satisfied that the dog is dangerous, the judge must order neutering or spaying of the dog, microchipping of the dog, and one or more of the following, as deemed appropriate under the circumstances and as deemed necessary to protect the public: Consultation of the dog by a certified applied behaviorist, a board certified veterinary behaviorist, or another recognized expert in the field and completion of training or other treatment deemed appropriate by the expert.
The dog owner will be responsible for all costs associated with consultations and training. Secure, humane confinement of the dog for a period of time and in a manner deemed appropriate by the judge, but in all instances, the confinement must prevent the escape of the dog, protect the public from unauthorized contact with the dog, and protect the dog from the elements.
Restraint of the dog on a leash by an adult 21 years of age or older whenever the dog is on public property. Muzzling the dog whenever it is on public property in a manner that will prevent it from biting any person or animal.
Most dogs are friendly, loving members of the family, but even normally docile dogs may bite when they are frightened or when protecting their puppies, owners or food. Dog owners are liable for any injuries their pets cause in the following instances: if the owner knew the dog had a tendency to cause that kind of injury; if a state statute makes the owner liable, whether or not the owner knew the dog had a tendency to cause that kind of injury; or if the injury was caused by unreasonable carelessness on the part of the owner.
Homeowners and renters insurance policies typically cover dog bite liability. If the claim exceeds the limit, the dog owner is personally responsible for all damages above that amount, including legal expenses. Most insurance companies will insure homeowners with dogs. However, once a dog has bitten someone, it poses an increased risk.
In such a case, the insurance company may charge a higher premium or exclude the dog from coverage altogether. Some companies will require dog owners to sign liability waivers for dog bites. Some will cover a pet if the owner takes the dog to classes aimed at modifying its behavior. Report the incident to animal control authorities. This is especially important if the dog wasn't wearing a license tag and you don't know who owns it. Many cities and some states require that a dog be quarantined after it bites someone, to see if it's rabid, so authorities may try to pick up the dog for that purpose.
You'll also want to check records at the animal control department to find out if the dog has attacked someone before. That could help you negotiate with the owner or the insurance adjuster — or win a case in court if it goes that far. Speaking With a Lawyer Whether you've been hurt by someone else's dog or you're the animal's owner, consider talking with a personal injury attorney to find out how local laws apply in your situation and how best to proceed.
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