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Dog bite injuries are shockingly common. Approximately four and a half million people are bitten by dogs each year! While there are numerous types of potential dog attack injuries that can occur, certain types of injuries are especially common when one is bitten by a dog. Puncture Wounds: Most dog attack injuries involve puncture wounds. This means that the tooth essentially punches a hole in the skin and underlying tissues. In some cases, the puncture causes serious damage to tissues far below the skin. Additionally, puncture wounds are particularly prone to infection. This risk is compounded by the fact that all animals (including dogs and even humans) have a significant amount of bacteria in their mouths. Infections: Of course, larger dogs have the ability to cause much more dangerous wounds than a small dog. However, even a bite from the smallest dogs could potentially lead to an infection with the potential to become life threatening. This is particularly true, if the dog did ...