Bite by three dogs...what to do?

[vintagetoppsguy]

An animal control issue? I've never heard of that. Sounds like the police just didn't want to get involved.

Here in Houston, the pit bull would probably be euthanized. I don't know about the collies.

I would confront the dogs owner and politely ask him to pay for your medical bills and other costs. If he refuses, maybe small claims court?

[bouncer]

If it was one bite, I would try and work it out with the dog owners. However, you were bit 17 times and imo that deserves some compensation. Once the wounds start to heal, what type of scarring will you have? Will it be short term or lifelong scars? You may want to contact a lawyer just to protect to see what your options are.

[Econteachert205]

Take pictures now, call lawyer tomorrow.

[D.P.Johnson]

I love dogs more than I love most people, but I've got no use for any dog that would just randomly attack someone like that...If one of my dogs ever did something like that, I'd get rid of them immediately...What if the next time it was a old lady or small child that couldn't defend themselves??? "F" that...Can't say I'd personally sue the guy because that's really not in my nature, but if someone sued me because my dog did something like that I'd certainly understand it...Good luck...

[bnorth]

Originally Posted by D.P.Johnson

I love dogs more than I love most people, but I've got no use for any dog that would just randomly attack someone like that...If one of my dogs ever did something like that, I'd get rid of them immediately...What if the next time it was a old lady or small child that couldn't defend themselves??? "F" that...Can't say I'd personally sue the guy because that's really not in my nature, but if someone sued me because my dog did something like that I'd certainly understand it...Good luck...

+1 perfectly said.

[packs]

Tough situation. I'm not really for getting rid of dogs. Often their behavior is a reflection of their owner, just like children. There are lots of dogs in need of good homes, so I wouldn't advocate their being taken away and euthanized.

On the other hand it's not in my nature to sue somebody either. I think a fair compromise could be sought for bills and expenses and ask that they leash their dogs at all times, or else you'll be forced to call the police / animal control.

Lastly though, I think you should document the incident in some way via law enforcement or animal control agencies. That way if this happens again there is a precedent.

[EvilKing00]

Originally Posted by Econteachert205

Take pictures now, call lawyer tomorrow.

^^^^^do this now!