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Common Dangerous Dog Breeds

It is important to remember that there is no such thing as a "safe" dog breed. All dogs can become dangerous at any point in time. The following list is based on breed reputation and the number of attacks that have been reported throughout the past.

Top Dangerous Dog Breeds: (alphabetical order)

To see photos and more information about each breed, click on a breed name from the following list:

Akitas

Alaskan Malamutes

American Staffordshire Terriers

Boxers

Chow Chows

Doberman Pinschers

German Shepherds

Great Danes

Perro de Presa Canarios

Pit Bulls

Rottweilers

Siberian Huskies

Wolf-hybrids

ANY dog that has any of the above breeds in their blood line.

Over a 20 year span, the CDC (Center for Disease Control and Prevention) conducted a study and collected data on dog bite and attack related fatalities. The following illustrates their findings.

1979 - 1998 CDC FATAL DOG ATTACK STUDY - RESULTS:

It is important to remember that these are only dog bites and attacks which resulted in death. The number of attacks for which an injury occurred are unknown and will remain that way. The CDC does not track these types of attacks, as they are mostly based on eye-witness and cannot be deemed accurate.

Other studies have been conducted to provide a list of "safe" dogs. That is, dogs which are best for those choosing a child's or family pet. The dogs on the following list have been deemed "safest" for having around small children and families. They have a good temperament, which means less aggression and little chance of attack.

Dogs with family friendly reputations: (alphabetical order)

To see photos of each breed, click on the breed name from the following list:

Beagle

Border Terrier

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Cocker Spaniel

Labrador Retriever

Golden Retriever

Pug

Shih-Tzu

Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Remember, to always use caution when approaching ANY dog, regardless of size or breed, as it is their temperament which determines their attitude and likelihood to bite or attack.

If you have been bitten or attacked by any kind of dog, it is important to seek medical treatment immediately following the attack. Afterwards, it is your priority to contact a dog bite lawyer at our law firm. Our Attorneys will fight your case to win you the monetary compensation you deserve for your injuries.

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