How Dog Walking Mishaps Could Land You in the Emergency Room

Emergency room visits due to dog-walking accidents have quadrupled, but experts say better training, leashes, and practical tips could help.
How Dog Walking Mishaps Could Land You in the Emergency Room
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One of Marcia Martin’s clients recently paid her to fly two states over to train her 75-year-old parents’ hyper 80-pound golden retriever—and considered the expense worthwhile.

Her client was thinking ahead to how costly and inconvenient an accident caused by the dog could be for her aging parents—potential hospital bills, surgery, therapy, and immobility.

Amy Denney
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Amy Denney is a health reporter for The Epoch Times. Amy has a master’s degree in public affairs reporting from the University of Illinois Springfield and has won several awards for investigative and health reporting. She covers the microbiome, new treatments, and integrative wellness.