Dog bite shock in Draßmarkt: Little boy after attack in the hospital!

Dog bite shock in Draßmarkt: Little boy after attack in the hospital!

A three and a half year old boy was attacked by a mixed breed dog of the family on Sunday afternoon in Draßmarkt, Oberpullendorf district. The incident occurred around 3:45 p.m. in the garden of the house. The boy suffered injuries to an indefinite degree and was flown to Vienna with the rescue helicopter Christophorus 18 to the general hospital (AKH). The state security center and the Burgenland State Police Directorate confirmed the incident on Monday. The dog is currently being examined veterinary, as the police said. kosmo reports that such occurrences in which children are the goal of dog bites are not uncommon.

In Austria there are specific legal regulations regarding liability for dog bite violations. According to § 1320 ABGB, the animal owner is responsible for damage caused by his animal. This applies as long as the pet owner cannot prove that he has ensured the necessary custody and supervision of the animal. It is not enough to be the actual owner of the animal; Carers can also be considered pet owners if they exercise actual control over the dog. The burden of proof lies with the holder, and there is a stricter liability regime with the reversal of the burden of proof. This information could be important for the family of the injured boy if they assert claims for damages, as from Leitinger .

decline in training opportunities for dogs

The increase in dog bites in recent years has been influenced by various factors. During the Corona pandemic, the Lockdown led to an increased interest in pets, especially dogs. However, many dog schools remained closed, which significantly restricted the training of animals and social contacts. This situation could have led to several accidents with dogs, especially since children spent more time at home during this time. According to the accident database, almost 3,900 injuries were taken up in Austria by dog bites who had to be treated in the hospital. Experts therefore warn against further incidents. kfv emphasizes that children are particularly often affected and often suffer serious injuries if there is such an incident.

The numbers for dog bites are alarming, since almost every second bite is caused by a “well -known” dog, for example from animals that live in the circle of friends. This fact underlines the importance of the correct handling of dogs, especially when it comes to supervision of children. The incident in the DRAUSMARD illustrates the urgency of taking preventive measures to prevent such tragic events in the future.