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What are my rights to having a dog destroyed/quarantined/put down after biting/attacking me or my child in Iowa?

A: To have an accurate understanding of your rights to have a dog put down after an attack, you should consult with a Des Moines dog bite lawyer. A lawyer can best explain your legal rights and what options are available if you or your child has been injured in a dog bite attack.

You technically do not have any personal rights to a dog getting put down after an attack. There are some situations where a court may order this but it is not a decision you can make.

According to dog bite laws in Iowa, in most circumstances nothing will happen to a dog after it has bitten or attacked. Sometimes a dog may be quarantined for a few days. This is generally done in the dog owner's home.

However if the dog bite attack was especially vicious and there were severe injuries or even death, the local animal control authority or the court may issue an order that the dog be put down after an attack.

Since each case is unique, it is always best to first seek legal counsel from a Des Moines dog bite lawyer who will work in your best interest.

Although a dog attack can leave you shaken and facing treatment for your injuries, you may only have the right to hold the owner legally liable, not have the dog destroyed. Iowa dog bite law states dog owners are liable for injuries as a result of their dog attempting to attack or actually biting a person.

This means you could recover damages related to your medical expenses, pain and suffering or other losses related to the injuries you sustained in a dog bite. The next step is to speak with a Des Moines dog bite lawyer who can better explain dog bite laws in Iowa.

Contacting a Des Moines Dog Bite Lawyer

The Des Moines dog bite lawyer team at Walker, Billingsley & Bair know the importance of protecting your dog bite injury claim from the get-go. If you've been injured in a dog bite attack, order our FREE dog bite book for victims so you can get a better understanding of your rights. Learn more by calling 1-800-707-2552.

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