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Published: October 14, 2021 | Last Reviewed: August 7, 2026

Each year, hundreds of Canada Post workers across the country are seriously injured by dog bites. Furthermore, dogs that are improperly or insufficiently restrained could attack neighbours, guests, children, passersby, and other unsuspecting community members, causing them to sustain a number of physical and psychological injuries. These injuries often include:

  • Physical disfigurement
  • Scarring
  • Nerve damage
  • Broken or fractured bones
  • Muscular damage
  • Rabies
  • Tetanus
  • Sepsis
  • Endocarditis
  • Meningitis
  • Sprains and strains
  • Musculoskeletal injuries
  • Permanent phobias
  • Sleep disorders
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • And more

Additionally, when bitten by another person’s dog, injured attack victims could become infected with life-threatening diseases. These serious infections often include:

  • Rabies
  • Tetanus
  • Endocarditis
  • Sepsis
  • Meningitis
  • And possibly more

Being bitten, mauled, or otherwise attacked by someone else’s dog can leave long-lasting scars, both physically and psychologically. Injured attack survivors may require reconstructive surgeries, hospitalization, psychological counselling, psychiatric treatment, and other expensive costs related to their recovery. Often, the injured victims of another person’s dog may be forced to pay exorbitant fees out of pocket, all because the dog’s owner failed to keep their pet properly restrained.

Our dog bite lawyers serving Kentville believe that no one should suffer the indignity of sustaining physical injuries, psychological trauma, and financial losses because of a dog owner’s failure to consider the safety of people visiting their property. If you were bitten by someone else’s dog and sustained compensable injuries as a result, our Kentville dog bite lawyers may be able to help you recover compensation for damages you have incurred.

That is because, in accordance with provincial legislation, the owners/occupiers of both commercial and residential properties have a legal obligation to take reasonable measures to protect the physical well-being of people interacting with their premises. A dog owner’s failure to prevent an injurious dog attack from occurring on their property could be considered negligence. If so, the negligent pet owner could be liable for damages incurred by injured victims of the dog attack.

Even if a dog has never shown warning signs of violent behaviour in the past, its owners may be considered negligent if they failed to prevent an injurious attack. That is why, if you were injured in a dog attack, consider scheduling a free initial consultation with our dog bite lawyers serving Kentville.

During a cost-free, no-obligation first meeting with our Kentville dog bite lawyers, you will have the opportunity to review the details of your attack and learn whether you may be entitled to financial compensation. To learn more, contact Preszler Injury Lawyers and receive your free initial consultation today.

Free Consultation for Kentville Residents – We Don’t Get Paid Unless We Win

Dog bites can have profound, far-reaching implications for injured attack victims. In the aftermath of a serious dog attack, it can be difficult to know where to turn for accountability, and whether you might be eligible to recover financial compensation for the injuries you have sustained.

That is why, even if you are unsure of whether you might be eligible to pursue a civil claim for damages you have incurred, booking a free initial consultation with Preszler Injury Lawyers could be beneficial to you. To discuss the manner in which your attack took place, ask important questions, and receive the benefit of personalized legal advice, contact our dog bite lawyers serving Kentville today and receive your free initial consultation.

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Preszler Injury Lawyers represents injured people across Ontario in personal injury matters, including motor vehicle accident claims, slip and fall claims, long-term disability claims, and institutional abuse claims.

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Case Results

dog bite Settlements

Please note that past results are not indicative of future results as each scenario presents itself with its unique set of circumstances. But here are some dog bite related wins we’ve had for our clients.

Settlement

Dog Bite

$900,000

An individual was riding his bicycle in a park where a dog ran towards him and struck him. The individual fell off his bike and sustained serious brain injuries.

Settlement

Dog Bite

$900,000

Dog Attack. Client Injuries: Head injury and cognitive issues

dog bite FAQs

Here are some commonly asked questions for dog bite claims

You may have a claim if a dog owner or another responsible person failed to take reasonable steps to prevent the attack. Liability can depend on factors such as the dog’s previous behaviour, the owner’s knowledge, how the animal was controlled, and the circumstances of the incident. A lawyer can investigate what happened and determine whether you may be entitled to compensation.

Not necessarily. Evidence that a dog previously acted aggressively can help establish that its owner knew about the danger, but a prior bite is not the only way to prove liability. A claim may also be based on negligence—for example, if the owner failed to restrain or supervise the dog when a reasonable person would have done so.

Depending on your injuries and circumstances, compensation may be available for pain and suffering, lost income, treatment expenses, rehabilitation costs, scarring, psychological trauma, and future care needs. The value of a claim depends on the evidence and the attack’s short- and long-term effects.

Nova Scotia’s general limitation period is often two years from the date a claim is discovered, but exceptions and different deadlines may apply. Because evidence can disappear and limitation issues can be complicated, it is important to speak with a lawyer as soon as possible.

Preszler Injury Lawyers handles eligible dog bite claims on a contingency-fee basis. This generally means you do not pay legal fees upfront, and legal fees are collected only if compensation is recovered for you. During a free initial consultation, we can explain the fee arrangement, potential expenses, and how costs would be handled in your case.

A dog bite lawyer can investigate the attack, identify the responsible parties, gather evidence about the dog’s behaviour, obtain medical documentation, and calculate your losses. Your lawyer can also communicate with insurers, negotiate on your behalf, and pursue legal action when necessary—all while protecting your rights and applicable deadlines.

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