Working Type of Dogs

The most common breeds of working dogs are Doberman Pinschers, Rottweilers, and German Shepherds, among others. These dogs are all chosen because of the characteristics they possess which make them ideal to serve as working dogs. Most working dog breeds are very large in stature and are seen as very intelligent and protective of their masters.

Types of working dogs

Support Dogs – hearing dogs, guiding dogs, psychiatric service dogs, guard dog

Service Dog – therapy dogs that help aid dog owners in stressful situations and visit people who may be in a hospital or nursing home.

Labor Dogs – include but not limited to, K-9 police dogs, military dogs, and sheepherder dogs, bomb detection dog.

The Facts

In 2001, an estimated 368,245 victims were treated for dog bite related injuries. Even with proper training it is still possible for a dog that is bred as a working dog to attack you or a loved one, even if the dogs are friendly and do commendable jobs around the community. Since these dogs are typically bred as guard dogs or are trained by their owners, like a police force to work in the K-9 unit and protect, serve and do their job. As a result, they have a tendency to be aggressive.

The owners are legally responsible for any injuries that may occur to you or a loved one as a result of being bitten, even by a working dog. If a dog has injured you or someone you love, the owner is liable for your damages, including medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

General Physical Characteristics of Working Dogs

Rottweilers – between 24 to 27 inches in height at the highest point of the shoulder blade, medium-large build, strong, agile and powerful, always has a black coat with patches of tan or mahogany on its eyes, cheeks, muzzle, legs and chest

German Shepherds – range in size from 22 to 26 inches tall at the highest point of the shoulder blade, direct and fearless temperament, very strong, agile and muscular

Doberman Pinschers – average between 24 to 28 inches in height at the highest point of the shoulder blade, typically watchful, alert, loyal and obedient but can still present vicious behavior.

(Information from the American Kennel Club – www.akc.org)

If they are trained properly, these dogs should not possess any aggressive traits but even well-trained dogs have been known to attack and create dog-bite related injuries and even fatalities to innocent bystanders, especially children.

Contact an Arizona Dog Bite Attorney

If a dog in Phoenix, Tempe, Mesa or elsewhere in Maricopa County has bitten you, you should contact an experienced Arizona dog bite attorney to represent you. Even with prevention, dog bites and attacks occur. If you are unable to prevent a dog bite related injury and as a result, you or a loved one have been the victim of an attack, our Arizona dog bite injury lawyer can help get the compensation you deserve.