Dog Bite Infection: Signs, Symptoms, and When to Get Help

Key Takeaways Most dog bite infections show up fast. The median time from bite to first symptom is 24 hours, and half of infections appear between 12 and 48 hours. The classic warning signs are spreading redness, swelling, warmth, worsening pain, pus draining from the wound, blisters around the bite, and fever. Pasteurella is the […]

Does Insurance Cover a Dog Bite? Homeowners and Renters

Key Takeaways Yes. Both homeowners and renters policies cover dog bites under the personal liability section, and coverage usually follows the dog whether the bite happened at home, on a walk, or at a park. Typical liability limits run $100,000 to $300,000. Past that, the dog owner pays personally. The average dog-related injury claim was […]