It Takes Training and Genes to Make a Mean Dog Mean (NYTimes.com) - http://www.nytimes.com/2001/02/06/science/06DOGS.html The fatal mauling of a San Francisco woman by her neighbors' dog on Jan. 26 revives the question of whether some dog breeds are more inherently violent than others and should be banned as pets. [Access requires free registration at nytimes.com]
Pediatrics: Which Dogs Bite? - http://www.cdc.gov/ncipc/duip/dog3.pdf A case-control study comparing biting and non-biting dogs in Denver. Biting dogs were more likely to be male, unneutered, and chained.
Kenneth Phillips - http://www.dogbitelaw.com/ Los Angeles attorney providing information about dog bite incidents, laws, and injury prevention for victims, parents, and dog owners.
Doggone Safe - http://doggonesafe.com Dog bite prevention organization. Includes articles and support group for bite victims. [English/French]
HSUS: Stay Dog Bite Free - http://www.hsus.org/pets/pet_care/dog_care/stay_dog_bite_free/ Dog bite prevention tips including bite-proofing yourself and your dog, facts, and safety tips for children.
CHIRPP: Injuries Associated with Dog Bites and Dog Attacks - http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/injury-bles/chirpp/injrep-rapbles/dogbit_e.html Canadian statistics for 1996, with breakdowns by age and sex of victim, time of day, day of the week, season, location, relationship of victim to dog, and circumstances contributing to the injury.
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