A dog bite, whether from a stray or household pet, poses a serious risk of rabies, a deadly viral infection that attacks the nervous system. Rabies spreads through the saliva of infected animals and ...

In honor of Dog Bite Prevention Week, Dr. Michael Q. Bailey, president of the American Veterinary Medical Association, shares tips for keeping children and dogs safe.

Dog bites are more common than people realize, even among people who love and understand dogs. In fact, in the United States, an estimated 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs every year, and nearly ...

Dogs are cherished members of American family life, offering companionship, emotional support and opportunities for children to learn responsibility and empathy. As dog ownership reaches new highs, ...

More than two million children are bitten by dogs in the U.S. each year, according to Shriners Children’s Boston.

As warmer weather encourages families to spend more time outdoors, Shriners Children’s Boston is cautioning parents to ...