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People in deprived areas of Scotland at higher risk of dog bites as numbers rise
The study found that incidents of dog bites and strikes were up to four times higher for individuals in more socially deprived areas.
Read full storyPeople in deprived areas of Scotland at higher risk of dog bites as numbers rise
The study found that incidents of dog bites and strikes were up to four times higher for individuals in more socially deprived areas.
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