If you see a stray dog call Animal Care and Control: there are already too many Florida pit bull attacks
A good samaritan became another Florida dog attack victim in Okaloosa County this past week.
The attack occurred at about 10 a.m. Monday. The victim told the deputy that he was taking out his garbage when he saw his neighbor's pit bull. The dog was initially friendly and the victim walked him next door to try and return the dog. There was no answer at the neighbor's house and when he walked back to his own house, the dog followed.
Then the dog began to get "very aggressive," jumping at his chest and snapping at his face. When the man pushed the dog off, the dog jumped up, grabbed his arm and refused to let go. The man called for help and his wife responded, attempting to pry the dog loose. All three fell to the ground, as the dog continued to bite the victim.
After representing victims of dog bites and animal attacks for 15 years I can tell you that the proper thing to do when you see a stray dog is to call your local Animal Care and Control. These city workers are trained to deal with vicious animals. If you are the victim of a dog attack you should call a Florida injury attorney who has experience in this area.
