According to the Humane Society of the United States, 1 in every 3 homes has at least one pet cat and nearly 2 in 5 homes have at least one dog.
When taken together, these two kinds of pets alone number approximately 180 million, which is an absolutely massive population that does not even begin to take into account other small pets, exotic pets, zoo animals, and other creatures that are kept by individuals or business enterprises in this country.
Animal owners are legally liable for the actions of their pets, and if you have been the victim of a dog bite or other animal attack it may be in your best interest to file a civil lawsuit seeking financial compensation for your injuries.
Though we tend to be drawn in by curiosity and familiarity with some animals, it is important to remember at all times that even though a species may have been domesticated for hundreds or even thousands of years, it is still possessed of many of the instincts that would have been vital to its survival in the wild.
Subtle things like smiling, moving suddenly, or a particular scent can trigger swift, violent, and unpredictable reactions that may result in serious injury to an unsuspecting person.
Coping with Injuries Due to Animal Attack Without question, the most common injuries associated with animal attacks are dog bites.
With more than 75 million dogs in the homes of private individuals, there is a distinct likelihood that you pass or encounter at least one dog on a daily basis.
If a dog's owner fails to properly secure his or her pet whether on a leash or in a yard with an adequate height and strength of fencing, then a stroll through your own neighborhood can become a horrifying and scarring experience.
The specific threats posed by an animal attack obviously depend on several different factors.
The type and size of an animal, for example, and the manner in which it assaults a person all have some bearing on the outcome.
Typically, however, dog bite or animal attack injuries are likely to include or lead to:

• Severe lacerations
• Puncture wounds
• Fractured bones
• Neurological damage
• Dangerous infections
• Scarring and disfigurement
• Psychological trauma

Understanding Your Legal Rights It can be hard to come to grips with the sudden change in your perspective and experience as what would once have been deemed someone else's trusted companion has become a fixture in your nightmares.
Contact the Des Moines personal injury lawyers of LaMarca & Landry, P.
C.
to learn more about your legal rights.