Anna Dog Bite Lawyer 

What Qualifies as a “Secure Enclosure” in Anna Texas?

According to Texas Health & Safety Code § 822.042, dogs should be kept in secure enclosures, or those featuring locked gates and fencing high enough to prevent escapes. These enclosures should include clearly-marked signage indicating the presence of a dangerous canine, such as a “Beware of Dog” sign. Additional state requirements include enclosed areas that cannot be accessed by anyone but the owner(s) and inspection by a local animal control operator. “Vicious” dogs are typically defined by Texas law as:

• Those that have scratched or bitten residents before
• Those that have killed livestock, fowl, or other domestic pets
• Those that have attacked at least one person to the point of life endangerment
• Those that have maimed other animals, resulting in serious injuries, ongoing impairments, or fatalities

Challenges in a Canine Attack Case

Texas law states that dog bite victims have up to two years to file claims and seek damages for past, current, and future medical costs, lost wages, disfigurement, emotional and psychological trauma, and general pain and suffering. Owners can also claim the attack occurred within the dog’s enclosure, prompting a justified assault. However, by working with an Anna dog bite attorney, victims may be able to fight these allegations that could decrease their financial recovery.