My Dog has been attacked by another dog - what can be done about it?
Unless a member of the public was at risk, this is a civil matter between you and the owner of the other dog concerned.
I've been bitten by a dog - what should I do?
It is important to obtain medical help if the bite is serious, especially if your anti tetanus inoculation is out of date (a booster is normally required every ten years).
Under the 1991 Dangerous Dogs Act, an offence could be committed if a dog is dangerously out of control in a public place. Even if it is not in a public place, but in a place where the dog is not permitted to be and it bites someone, or frightens someone, the owner could still be prosecuted. In this instance you should contact Nuneaton Police.
What is dangerous dog?
The following dogs and also cross-bred pit-bulls, are considered to be dangerous dogs under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991:
- Pit Bull Terrier
- Japanese Tosa
- Dogo Argentino, and
- Fila Braziliero
It is illegal to possess such a dog without a certificate of exemption, which is granted once the dog is neutered, insured, and has a micro-chip implant. These dogs cannot be in public places without being muzzled and being securely kept on a lead by a person who is not less than 16 years old.
