My Dog Will Lick You to Death

My dog will lick you to death. It is an expression used to illustrate that a dog has no aggression. However, a dog licking a stranger can cause accidental injuries.

Scenario

Michelle is hosting a party at her house and has a dog named Trudie by her side. Likewise, she has invited some guests to her home. Most are close friends, but some are casual acquaintances who don’t know her very well. Trudie licks most of Michelle’s guests to say hello. However, she licks one of the acquaintances, and her canine tooth causes a scratch on their skin. The acquaintance cries out in pain, and everyone realizes that Trudie has accidentally injured them. Now, Michelle has an issue on her hands.

The Claim

The acquaintance claims that Trudie bit her maliciously, and Michelle allowed it to happen. Conversely, Michelle contends that Trudie licked everyone, and they did not suffer any bites. Her closer friends also agree with this sentiment. However, the acquaintance is now filming a claim citing neglect. Worse yet, she also places a call to animal control.

Takeaways

The guest called animal control despite the incident happening in a private residence. The scratch may have been minor to Michelle and her close friends, but it was not for the acquaintance. Therefore, they can press charges against Michelle, even in this scenario. Michelle could have prepared her guests for her dog, especially those who did not know her very well. Consequently, her inaction could have devastating effects for her dog, who can potentially be labeled dangerous.

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