Dog Bite Injuries
Attacked By A Dog In Ontario? Or Even Any Pet...
If you’ve been attacked or bitten by a dog, the law is on your side. In Ontario, dog owners are legally responsible for injuries caused by their pets — regardless of the dog’s breed, size, or history of aggression.
Even if your pet is the victim of a dog attack, the owner of the attacking dog is still liable for the injuries and costs that result.
Liability Under the Dog Owners’ Liability Act
Ontario’s Dog Owners’ Liability Act holds dog owners strictly liable for any injuries their dog causes. This means:
Liability is not dependent on whether the owner was negligent
The owner does not need prior knowledge of the dog’s aggressive tendencies
Even if the dog has never shown signs of aggression before, the owner is still legally responsible for the attack.
In other words, a dog owner can be held liable even if the incident was a one-time occurrence or the dog acted out of character.
Attacked By A Dog In Ontario? Or Even Any Pet...
If you’ve been attacked or bitten by a dog, the law is on your side. In Ontario, dog owners are legally responsible for injuries caused by their pets — regardless of the dog’s breed, size, or history of aggression.
Even if your pet is the victim of a dog attack, the owner of the attacking dog is still liable for the injuries and costs that result.
Liability Under the Dog Owners’ Liability Act
Ontario’s Dog Owners’ Liability Act holds dog owners strictly liable for any injuries their dog causes. This means:
Liability is not dependent on whether the owner was negligent
The owner does not need prior knowledge of the dog’s aggressive tendencies
Even if the dog has never shown signs of aggression before, the owner is still legally responsible for the attack.
In other words, a dog owner can be held liable even if the incident was a one-time occurrence or the dog acted out of character.
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Vaughan
4370 Steeles Avenue West, Suite 16
Vaughan, On L4L 4Y4
Toronto
18 King Street East, Suite 1400
Toronto, On M5C 1C418
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341 Talbot St, Suite 333
London, ON N6A 2R5
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This site is not legal advice. We occasionally use content and information that is prepared by AI. Including but not limited to technology from Gemini, Chat GPT, Grok, Canva, and other technologies from Open AI. Always consult with a lawyer regarding specific legal questions and advice. Give us a call at 905-266-2633 to set up a consultation
Copyright © 2025 Pranzitelli Law Firm | All rights reserved
We strive for Customer Satisfaction. Coming from in-depth understanding of the law and the industry, capitalizing on extensive experience, we provide hands-on advice that speaks the language of our client’s needs. No matter if your case is large or small, we treat your matter with importance, integrity and hard work, your success is our satisfaction.
Our Addresses
(Vaughan | Toronto | London)
Vaughan
4370 Steeles Avenue West, Suite 16
Vaughan, On L4L 4Y4
Toronto
18 King Street East, Suite 1400
Toronto, On M5C 1C418
London
341 Talbot St, Suite 333
London, ON N6A 2R5
Contact Us
(Local | Toll Free | Email)
Local
905 - 266 - 2633
Toll Free
1-844-757-HURT
Email
[email protected]
Toronto | Mississauga | Brampton | Vaughan | Hamilton | Markham | Oakville | Burlington | Kitchener | London
This site is not legal advice. We occasionally use content and information that is prepared by AI. Including but not limited to technology from Gemini, Chat GPT, Grok, Canva, and other technologies from Open AI. Always consult with a lawyer regarding specific legal questions and advice. Give us a call at 905-266-2633 to set up a consultation
Copyright © 2025 Pranzitelli Law Firm | All rights reserved
We strive for Customer Satisfaction. Coming from in-depth understanding of the law and the industry, capitalizing on extensive experience, we provide hands-on advice that speaks the language of our client’s needs. No matter if your case is large or small, we treat your matter with importance, integrity and hard work, your success is our satisfaction.
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Our Addresses
18 King Street East, Suite 1400 | Toronto, On M5C 1C4
4370 Steeles Avenue West, Suite 16 | Vaughan, On L4L 4Y4
341 Talbot St, Suite 333 | London, ON N6A 2R5
Toronto | Mississauga | Brampton | Vaughan | Hamilton | Markham | Oakville | Burlington | Kitchener | London
This site is not legal advice. We occasionally use content and information that is prepared by AI. Including but not limited to technology from Gemini, Chat GPT, Grok, Canva, and other technologies from Open AI. Always consult with a lawyer regarding specific legal questions and advice. Give us a call at 905-266-2633 to set up a consultation
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