They say a dog's bark is worse than his bite, but most of us would rather not find out. According to the Center for Disease Control, more than 4.7 million Americans are bitten by dogs every year, with 880,000 requiring emergency medical treatment. In fact, more than 30,000 victims of dog bites undergo reconstructive surgery each year, and 15-20 people die from dog bites yearly.
Who Is At Risk?
With more than 70 million dogs in the U.S. and multi-dog households, it's important to do everything you can to safeguard your loved ones. Children between the ages of 5 - 9 are the most vulnerable, and dog bites, visit our Bark Busters website.