scholarly journals Risk factors for dog bites occurring during and outside of play: Are they different?

2012 ◽  
Vol 107 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 110-120 ◽  
Author(s):  
Locksley L. McV. Messam ◽  
Philip H. Kass ◽  
Bruno B. Chomel ◽  
Lynette A. Hart
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Dog Bites

Modelling risk factors for injuries from dog bites in Greece: a case-only design and analysis

2003 ◽  
Vol 35 (3) ◽  
pp. 435-438 ◽  
Author(s):  
Constantine E Frangakis ◽  
Eleni Petridou
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Dog Bites

Pediatric dog bites: a population-based profile

2018 ◽  
Vol 25 (4) ◽  
pp. 290-294 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jackson Fein ◽  
David Bogumil ◽  
Jeffrey S Upperman ◽  
Rita V Burke
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Data Bank ◽  
Population Based ◽  
The Body ◽  
Body Region ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Dog Bites ◽  
Severity Of Injury ◽  
The Face ◽  
At Home

BackgroundPrevious studies have identified risk factors for dog bites in children, but use data from individual trauma centers, with limited generalizability. This study identifies a population risk profile for pediatric dog bites using the National Trauma Data Bank. We hypothesized that the population at risk was younger boys, that such bites occur at home, are moderately severe, and are on the face or neck.MethodsFor this retrospective cross-sectional study, a sample of 7912 children 17 years old and younger with International Classification of Diseases (ICD)-9 event code E906.0, for dog bites, were identified. Datasets from 2007 to 2014 were used. Data included patient’s gender, age, ICD-9 primary and location E-codes, AIS body region and AIS severity.ResultsMost children were 6–12 years old and female, but a similar number fell into the narrower range of 0–2 years old. Injuries in the younger group frequently occurred at home, on the face and head, and with minor severity. Age of the child predicts the location of incident (P<0.001), the severity of injury (P<0.001) and the body region of the injury (P<0.001). Body region of the injury predicted its severity (P<0.001).DiscussionYounger children are more likely to receive dog bites, and bites incurred are likely of greater severity. Children this young cannot yet be taught how to properly interact with a dog.ConclusionsDog bites are a significant source of morbidity for children. Based on the population risk factors profile generated, this study recommends targeting live dog education towards the parents of young children.

scholarly journals How many people have been bitten by dogs? A cross-sectional survey of prevalence, incidence and factors associated with dog bites in a UK community

2018 ◽  
Vol 72 (4) ◽  
pp. 331-336 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carri Westgarth ◽  
Megan Brooke ◽  
Robert M Christley
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Medical Treatment ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Dog Bite ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Point Change ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Hospital Records ◽  
Dog Bites ◽  
Related Risk

BackgroundDog bite studies are typically based on hospital records and may be biased towards bites requiring significant medical treatment. This study investigated true dog bite prevalence and incidence at a community-level and victim-related risk factors, in order to inform policy and prevention.MethodsA cross-sectional study of a community of 1280 households in Cheshire, UK, surveyed 694 respondents in 385 households. Data included dog ownership and bite history, demographics, health and personality (Ten Item Personality Inventory (TIPI) brief measure). Multivariable logistic regression modelled risk factors for having ever been bitten by a dog, accounting for clustering of individuals within households.ResultsA quarter of participants (24.78%, 95% CI 21.72 to 28.13) reported having ever been bitten by a dog during their lifetime, with only a third of bites described requiring further medical treatment and 0.6% hospital admission. Incidence of dog bites was 18.7 (11.0–31.8) per 1000 population per year. Males were 1.81 times more likely to have been bitten in their lifetime than females (95% CI 1.20 to 2.72, P=0.005). Current owners of multiple dogs were 3.3 times more likely (95% CI 1.13 to 9.69, P=0.03) to report having been bitten than people not currently owning a dog. Regarding all bites described, most commonly people were bitten by a dog that they had never met before the incident (54.7%). Individuals scoring higher in emotional stability had a lower risk of having ever been bitten (OR=0.77 for 1 point change in scale between 1 and 7, 95% CI 0.66 to 0.9, P=0.001).ConclusionThis study suggests that the real burden of dog bites is considerably larger than those estimated from hospital records. Further, many bites do not require medical treatment and hospital-based bite data are not representative of bites within the wider population. Victim personality requires further investigation and potential consideration in the design of bite prevention schemes.

scholarly journals A look at the incidence and risk factors for dog bites in unincorporated Harris County, Texas, USA

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 419-425
Author(s):  
Bonnie C. Hasoon ◽  
Alyssa E. Shipp ◽  
Jamal Hasoon
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Retrospective Cohort ◽  
Human Population ◽  
Geographic Location ◽  
Incidence Rates ◽  
Harris County ◽  
Dog Bite ◽  
Dog Bites ◽  
Choropleth Maps ◽  
Labrador Retrievers

Aim: This study examined the incidence, demographic predictors, and map patterns of dog bites to humans in unincorporated Harris County, Texas, USA. Materials and Methods: Dog bites reported to Harris County Veterinary Public Health (HCVPH) between January 1, 2013, and December 31, 2016, were analyzed in this retrospective cohort study. Canine and victim characteristics and bite circumstances were evaluated to establish risk factors for bites. Geographic location was used to produce choropleth maps. Results: There were 6683 dog bites reported to HCVPH between the years of 2013 and 2016, with stable incidence rates over time. The incidence was highest for both children and older adults. Dogs with the primary breed of Pit Bull had the greatest frequency of bites (25.07%), with the second highest breed being Labrador Retrievers (13.72%). Bites were more common from intact dogs of both genders, especially from intact males. Persons aged 70+ had the greatest incidence of severe injury (14.09/100,000). A strong correlation between dog bite incidences and stray dogs was found after controlling for the human population and income. Conclusion: Dog bites remain a largely preventable issue, and risk factors identified in this study can help direct preventative efforts to reduce the incidence of dog bites.

Risk factors for dog bites to owners in a general veterinary caseload

2001 ◽  
Vol 74 (1) ◽  
pp. 29-42 ◽  
Author(s):  
N.C Guy ◽  
U.A Luescher ◽  
S.E Dohoo ◽  
E Spangler ◽  
J.B Miller ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Dog Bites

Prevalence of Dog Bites and Risk Factors Among Residents of Maramag, Bukidnon

2020 ◽  
Vol 24 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jose Jr Obedencio ◽  
◽  
Ted Aries Daguro ◽  
Alan Dargantes ◽  
Hannah Charmaign Leonoa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Dog Bite ◽  
Dog Bites

dog bite, prevalence, risk factors

Preventing dog bites: Risk factors in different cultural settings

2008 ◽  
Vol 177 (2) ◽  
pp. 155-156 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tiny de Keuster ◽  
Ray Butcher
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Dog Bites

Factors Affecting Human-Directed Aggression Resulting in Dog Bites: Contextual Aspects of the Biting Incidents

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-20
Author(s):  
Elena Gobbo ◽  
Manja Zupan Šemrov
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Aggressive Interactions ◽  
Dog Bites ◽  
Close Proximity ◽  
History Of ◽  
Purebred Dogs

Abstract Using a web-based questionnaire with 29 close- and open-ended questions about 400 self-reported dog-biting incidents in Slovenia, this research investigated the contexts of dog bites, focusing on characteristics of the dogs and the descriptions of the situations to identify the main risk factors for the occurrence of dog bites. Even though it has been suggested that most dog bites occur during initially non-aggressive interactions with the dog (e.g., during petting, playing), in our study we discerned a wide variety of contexts, including those in which the person did not intend to interact with the dog. Most victims reported unprovoked bites during fast movements near the dog, while coming into close proximity, and during incidents without a reason. These incidents more likely occurred in public than private places and were associated with purebred dogs with a history of aggression.

scholarly journals Risk factors for dog bites in Moiben Sub-county, Uasin Gishu county, Kenya

2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (12) ◽  
pp. 4401
Author(s):  
Philip Kipchoge Tuwei ◽  
Stephen Mwaura Kariuki
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Cell Damage ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Human Rabies ◽  
Systematic Sampling ◽  
P Value ◽  
Wet Season ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Dog Bites ◽  
Chi Square Test

Background: Rabies virus still causes human and animal deaths around the world. Human rabies is transmitted by an infected canine. If rabies-infected person is not treated within 48 hours, the virus could move to the central nervous system and cause irreversible cell damage that could be fatal. The aim of this study was to establish risk factors for dog bites in Moiben Sub-county, and whether there is a significant association between dog bite frequency and those risk factors.Methods: A total of 339 respondents were selected from a total of 1152 households using multistage sampling, simple random sampling and systematic sampling methods. The head of the household responded to interviewer-administered questionnaires. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 22 of 2013. Associations were tested using chi square test and any associations reported at critical p-value of 0.05 and 95% confidence interval. Results: This Study found more children <15 years bitten by dogs (351/643, 54.6%, X²=26.3, p<0.01) than any other age bracket. There were significantly more males bitten compared with female victims (334/643, 51.9%, X²=10.3, p=0.03). Strangers were bitten in larger numbers than family members (512/643, 79.6%, X²= 7.11, p=0.03). The unconfined dogs bit people than the partially confined dogs (487/643, 75.7%, X²=12.9, p=0.01). Most people were bitten during the wet season than in dry season (437/643, 67%, X²=18.8, p=0.01). Conclusions: The risk factors with significant association in dog bites in Moiben Sub-coounty were age and sex of the residents, dog confinement and seasons of the year. We recommend that the County government of Uasin Gishu controls the movement of dogs by enforcing the existing confinement policy and movement permits made mandatory for anyone intending to move a dog from one place to another. Free educational vaccination campaigns should be provided in order to attain 75% dog vaccination coverage. 

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