Dogs are popular pets throughout Georgia. While most people will treat these animals well and make certain they are well-trained and will not bite people, there are still a significant number of incidents in which there are dog bite injuries. Researchers assess the...

Dogs are considered man's best friend and many people in Georgia have a dog as a pet. While most dogs are friendly, approachable and respond well to people, others are dangerous and can cause injuries and even death if they bite. In some instances, even friendly dogs...

In Georgia, people are responsible for their dogs. When a dog is allowed out without a leash, is not properly vaccinated and bites someone, it can cause serious injuries. This is especially dangerous when there is the possibility that the dog is rabid or has other...

Many breeds of dogs have gotten such a reputation that an average Augusta, Georgia, resident might assume that a dog of that breed is always a bite risk. Pit Bulls, Rottweilers, Dobermans and German Shepherds all have the reputation of being dogs that humans may...

Dogs may be man's best friend, but they are still animals and are capable of being dangerous or vicious. Georgia law recognizes that some dogs pose a threat to public safety. Therefore, dangerous or vicious dogs must be registered. Georgia Code §4-8-27 covers the...

Dogs may be "man's best friend," but in the end, they are animals who are capable of biting people in Georgia and elsewhere. Dog bite injuries can be very painful and can cause scars and disfigurement. Therefore, it is important to have a general understanding what a...