It is quoted that dogs are a man's best friend, but that isn't always true. While some dogs are friendly and happy pets, others are vicious and protective. These violent animals can lash out at people that they perceive to be intruders and cause serious flesh wounds. Dog bites are a serious injury that should be treated immediately. The bacteria in a dog's mouth can cause serious diseases and infections within the wounds, and they should be cleaned and stitched as needed. Depending on the severity of the attack, the victim may need a surgery to save vital organs that were damaged.

In some cases, a dog attack can actually result in death. According to one source, there have been 5 dog attacks resulting in death so far in 2012. Most recently, a 17-month old boy wandered across the street to a neighbor's house to pet their Rottweiler, which was chained in the front yard. While his mother was busy putting groceries in the house, to toddler was bit by the guard dog, and then mauled to death. Only about a week before this incident in March, a 59-year-old postal worker was delivering mail on her daily route when she was attacked by a pit bull. She died three days later from her injuries.

Allegedly, Pit Bulls are the most aggressive domestic dog. "Pit Bull" is actually an umbrella term which encompasses various species of aggressive guard dogs. These dogs were bred in Ireland, England, and Scotland and then taken to the USA. In a study done by the Center for Disease Control, Pit Bulls contributed to 60 fatalities in 18 years, and a countless amount of injuries. These dogs are incredibly protective and prone to lash out without warning. They have incredibly strong jaws, and attack with a "hold and shake" method which inflicts deep and painful bite wounds. Their strong bites tear tissues and Pit Bull bites are often likened to shark wounds.

The second most dangerous dog breed is the Rottweiler. These black and brown dogs are strong and bulky, giving the force to knock a person to the ground and the stamina to prolong an attack. Though they were originally bred as sheepherding dogs, Rottweiler's have since developed a very possessive nature. They respond violently to intruders, and tend to be unfriendly when strangers approach their premises. If these dogs are abused, neglected, or isolated from people and other dogs, it can heighten their possibility to attack. Properly trained Rottweilers will normally be reliable with their owners, but may try to "protect" their humans from intruders and charge after visitors.

German Shepherds are also a dangerous breed of dog. While many Americans have a German Shepherd as a pet, untrained or abused Shepherds often retaliate against humans with violence. These dogs are fast and have a lot of adrenaline. Because of this, they are one of the primary choices for police, and are used as search and attack dogs. They are normally smart and protective, which is why many people employ a German Shepherd as a property guard dog. Huskies and Alaskan Malamutes are the fourth and fifth most dangerous dogs in America. Both of these breeds were originally bred as sled dogs. They get irritated easily, and are very possessive of food, toys, and anything that they deem is "theirs." These dogs can be lovable if trained correctly, but if you fail to give your sled dog attention he or she may respond with violence.

Under the dog bite law, the owner of the dog is responsible for any attacks. This means that any incurred medical expenses, lost wages because of recovery, or other costs that a victim accumulates because of the dog bite are the dog owner's liability. If you have been attacked by a dog and suffered serious damages, then you deserve compensation for your pain and suffering, as well as reimbursement for the finances that you lost because of the attack. Contact a personal injury attorney to talk about your case and get the justice you deserve.