Changes to PA’s Dog Law in 2024

Many feel that PA’s dog law is too lenient against those who own or harbor a dangerous dog. For example, unlike 36 other states having strict liability for dog bites, PA requires the injured party to prove negligence (in most cases) to get money for a dog attack. The reason?…

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Canine Knocks Over & Drags Dog Walker: Dog Owner Liable PA?

Dog Owner Liable:  Canine Knocks Over and Drags Dog Walker As you might expect, in Pennsylvania, the negligent owner of a dangerous dog can be liable for failing to control the animal or warn others of its dangerous propensities.  You’re thinking – dog bite, right?  Nope. Liability can exist absent…

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The Right (and Wrong) Fence to Contain a Dog

Failure to Contain a Dog – Inadequate Fence  With springtime coming and home improvement projects in planning, many dog owners are shopping for a new fence. Ideally, they want a physical barrier that will contain their dog so it can run freely in the yard.     Just as dogs vary…

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