Dog Bite Statistics

The statistics surrounding dog bites are astonishing and show just how common dog bite injuries are.

• It has been estimated for every animal attack reported, three go unreported.
• As many as one million people nationwide require medical treatment for dog bites every year.
• More than 334,000 victims end up in the emergency room.
• More than 4 million people are bitten by dogs each year.
• More than half of all the animal attack victims are children.
• National figures estimate that 60% of dog bite injuries happen in the home, either by the family or a friend's dog.
• It is estimated that about 12-15 people die each year, because of various problems and infections from dog bites.
• Overwhelmingly, male dogs that have not been fixed are more likely to bite.

Where do dogs attack?

• 25% chained dogs
• 25% dogs loose in their yard
• 23% occurred inside the home
• 17% dogs roaming off their property
• 10% leashed dogs or miscellaneous circumstances

Who is attacked?

• 79% of all fatal attacks - children under the age of 12
• 12% elderly, aged 65 – 94
• 9% 13 - 64 years old

If you or a loved one has suffered a dog bite or you have a question that has not been answered, call us now at 1-800-483-2050 or contact us by clicking on Buffalo / Rochester Dog Bite Attorney .

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