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What to do at the scene of the attack
If your dog bites someone, and the victim was not committing a crime at the time of the attack, there are a few things that you should do:
- Stay calm. Don't argue. Don't accuse. Be nice to the victim because he or she will have to make a decision about hiring a lawyer and pursuing you for damages. If you are nice, the victim may decide to go easy on both you and your dog.
- Make sure the victim gets medical attention. Take him or her to the hospital or to a doctor. Be considerate.
- Whether or not you have insurance, if you have any money or credit at all, you should offer to pay for the victim's medical bills. Be a hero.
- Take steps to protect others from your dog.
- Obtain the name, address and phone number of every witness.
- Avoid making statements because there are possible criminal consequences when a dog bites or injures someone. See Dangerous and Vicious Dogs.
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