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Dog Bites

How many instances of violence by a dog would have to occur before it was order to be destroyed? In both instances there was only a single bite however the skin was broken and stiches were needed.

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Re: Dog Bites The old rule used to be that every dog got one free bite, on the theory that he had to bite someone before...

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David Kelly-952-544-6356

Re: Dog Bites

The old rule used to be that every dog got one free bite, on the theory that he had to bite someone before one knew it was a vicious dog. That was tort law.

When a dog is to be destroyed, however, is a matter usually of local city animal ordinances. Call the animal control officers in the city or county where you reside. It may be a division within the local police department or sheriff's department. They will let you know what their rules are.

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