Firefighters who responded to an emergency call in Heath, Ohio, on Dec. 15, were greeted with a horrifying sight: Two pit bulls were attacking a woman on the ground outside of a home on Conn Way Drive.
3 Ohio residents injured in Ohio pit bull attack
Don't end Thanksgiving with a dog bite injury
Heading to a relative's house for Thanksgiving is ultimately rewarding for a lot of people -- but for family pets, the holiday can turn into a stressful nightmare. The stress and excitement can easily overwhelm family pets. Cats are likely to hide, but an unrestrained dog might actually attack.
Avoid a dog bite incident this Halloween
Everybody seems to love Halloween -- but dogs may not appreciate all of the little ghosts and ghouls (or their parents) showing up at the door trick-or-treating. Here are some of the most important tips you can use to keep everyone safe this holiday season.
What types of dogs bite the most?
If the first thing you think when you think about "dogs that bite" is "pit bull," you probably aren't alone. Indeed, Ohio State University (OSU) researchers say that your instincts are likely correct -- although not everyone agrees with their conclusions.
Welcome to dog-bite season!
Just about the time that the leaves start to turn, and the warm scent of pumpkin spice fills the air everywhere you go, insurance companies report an increase in dog bite claims.
Study on dog bites involving children makes waves
Fans of "pitties" or pit bulls aren't going to like the newest information in a joint Ohio State University and Nationwide Children's Hospital study.
Study claims pit bulls, mixed breed dogs cause the worst bites
Pit bulls and mixed breed dogs are the most likely to cause severe dog bites, according to a new study by researchers at Ohio State University's Wexler Medical Center. However, some pit bull rescues claim the study is limited and misleading.
Love your dog? Protect your mailman
Mail carriers and pet dogs have a long and sordid history -- to the point where "mailman versus dog" has become a pop culture trope. Unfortunately, Cleveland has a particularly bad problem when it comes to interactions between mail carriers and dogs.
Ohio has a dog bite problem
In general, people are being subjected to fewer dog bites each year -- likely due to educational efforts directed toward owners and legislation on local levels that help keep pets under control.
Akron woman barely survives dog attack
A 57-year-old Akron native is struggling to recover from her injuries after a vicious attack by three pit bulls -- but she considers herself fortunate to even be alive.
