Category Archives: Dog Bite
Dog Bites Among Mail Carriers on the Rise in Florida
Florida is home to alligators, sharks, and other dangerous animals, including some pet dogs. Dog bite incidents are on the rise in the Sunshine State, particularly among mail carriers. Dog bite incidents remain a growing concern in Florida, with Jacksonville ranking among the top cities in the state when it comes to dog bites…. Read More »
Florida Woman Killed After Being Mauled by 2 Dogs
Dogs are not always sweet and friendly. Some attack other people, causing fatal injuries. Sadly, this was recently the case in Florida. A 50-year-old woman from Cocoa died after a devastating dog attack while walking her small dog near her home in the early morning hours of May 19. Two larger dogs, identified as… Read More »
Toddler Survives Being Mauled by Family Dog; Dog Euthanized
Nobody wants to hear that a child got bitten by their own dog, but it happens often, unfortunately. This recently happened in Florida. While the dog had to be euthanized, the child is expected to make a full recovery. The 1-year-old child was mauled by a family dog in Hallandale Beach. The incident happened… Read More »
Florida Dog Attack Injures 3 People
When dogs escape, they can wreak a lot of havoc. Some may even attack people, causing serious injuries. This recently happened in Florida. A dog escaped in Riviera Beach, attacking three people. The 1-year-old dog, named Enzo, escaped from his owner’s garage and ran up the street. It then proceeded to attack three people…. Read More »
3-Year-Old Attacked by Dog on Marco Island
Dogs are not always man’s best friend. Even service dogs, who are trained to help people, can attack others. This recently happened in Florida. A 3-year-old girl was hospitalized after she was bitten by a dog at their family’s restaurant on Marco Island. On the afternoon of November 2, Marco Island police officers responded… Read More »
4 Dogs Possibly Involved in Fatal Mauling of Florida Woman
Dog attacks are common in Florida, which is actually one of the top states for such incidents. A dog attack happened in Miami Gardens several months ago and police are still investigating, piecing together clues and trying to determine which dogs were involved in the fatal mauling. Authorities in Miami Gardens have released photographs… Read More »
Toddler Mauled by Rottweiler in Florida Home
Unfortunately, dog attacks are common in Florida. Young children are often victims of these incidents. In August, a 2-year-old girl was allegedly mauled by a dog in Fort Lauderdale. Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue responded to 911 calls regarding a dog bite at a home near 1700 SW 24th Street. The young girl suffered numerous… Read More »
Dangerous Dogs Bill Now in Effect in Florida
The U.S. Postal Service sees its share of dog attacks. In 2024, mail carriers across the United States were involved in more than 6,000 dog-related incidents. Many of these dog bites occurred in Florida. The top cities were: Miami: 17 Petersburg: 15 Jacksonville: 10 Tampa: 9 Pensacola: 8 Orlando: 7 Hialeah: 6 Clearwater: 5… Read More »
Boy’s Family Suing Sheriff’s Office After Dog Attack
A dog attack can cause serious injuries to a person, even to a teen boy. Some police officers overuse their power. They abuse the use of their K-9 units and use them to attack others. This happened in May 2023. A deputy from the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office allegedly allowed a K-9 to attack… Read More »
2 Children Injured in Dog Attack
The family dog is not always man’s best friend. Sometimes dogs attack children and other household members. These attacks can result in serious injuries. Two children from Lauderhill were hospitalized after they were bitten by the family dog on the morning of April 1. Police received a call and arrived at the home, located… Read More »
