Let DoNotPay Help With Bradenton Animal Control

If a friend's dog bites you playfully, it's often not a cause for concern – especially if they didn't break through the skin. If it’s a neighborhood dog on the loose that attacks you, you may be left with a serious wound that requires medical attention. Bradenton residents have access to Manatee County Animal Control – , which should be contacted immediately to get the dog under control.

Then, you should seek the medical attention you need. When you're unable to make immediate contact, utilize DoNotPay instead to make the report.

Bradenton Dog Bite Laws

Whether you're in Bradenton or Miami, the laws are pretty much the same. All Floridians need to know the state's common dog bite laws:

Florida statute 767.04 indicates a dog's owner is held responsible should their pet bite someone. It doesn't matter if that person was on their private property lawfully, or it was in a public place.
Owners are also held responsible for injuries or damage caused to a person or property if they were negligent in their care, such as when a dog is on the loose after not being properly leashed or watched while outdoors.

Dog bite laws like these are pretty similar across the nation. Whether in Texas, Pennsylvania, Ohio, or California, you'll notice similar ordinances.

Making a Bradenton Animal Control Report

Contacting animal control is similar no matter where you go. Whether you're in Los Angeles, Atlanta, or Bradenton, it's wise to make your report promptly by calling the animal control services in your city and seeking assistance.

You'll need to call the to make a report regarding a dog bite or stray animal on the loose. They essentially handle all complaints pertaining to pets in the area.

Reporting With DoNotPay

Don't have the time or patience to wait on the phone? You don't have to. Use DoNotPay to make your report for you. After a few clicks of a button and a couple of quick answers, DoNotPay will go to work generating the appropriate report or creating a demand letter for the pet's owners to provide you with compensation.

The typical steps include:

Searching "animal" on DoNotPay, finding the Animal Control product, and selecting whether you've sustained a physical injury.
Selecting whether you would like to report this incident to your local government agency, or demand compensation from the pet owner.
Telling us more about the incident, including when and where you were injured, a description of the animal that caused the injury, and the contact information for the pet owner (if known).

More About Manatee County Animal Control

Manatee County Animal Control is technically located in Palmetto, but it services Bradenton as well because it's part of the county area. The goal is to maintain the health and safety of the public and promote responsible pet ownership.

Through Manatee County, you can:

Create an online profile
Adopt pets
Become a volunteer
Become an animal foster parent
Submit lost pet reports
Assist with finding other lost pets
and much more

The MCAS Field Officer Operations handle:

Bite cases
Barking complaints
Hoarding animals
Animal neglect
Strays

Bradenton Animal Control Hours, Location, and Contact Details

Field officers are on duty seven days per week. The typical office hours run from 8 am to 5 pm each day, but you can also make contact after hours in the case of an emergency. If you cannot get through to someone, it is best to dial 9-1-1 if you're in a dire situation and need prompt assistance with a wild animal or dangerous pet.

Address	305 25th St W, Palmetto, FL 34221
Phone Number	MCAS Field Officer Operations (941) 742-5933 Ext. 1
Email	animal.services@mymanatee.org
Website	https://www.mymanatee.org/departments/public_safety/animal_services

Is It Possible to Sue for a Dog Bite?

You can sue the dog's owner when it bites you. You just need to be aware that the most you'll often receive is payment for your medical expenses. However, a negligent owner who had a dog on the loose or already knew of their dog's aggressive behavior could be held responsible for many more fees and a bigger payout.

Suing With DoNotPay

Use DoNotPay again to start the suing process. You can easily sue for a dog bite with our help using the Sue Now product.

Select the "Sue Now" product after logging into DoNotPay.
Enter the dollar amount you believe you are owed – typically the amount charged for any hospital bills.
Select between the demand letter or court filing forms.
Describe your reasons for filing the claim and submit any details about your case.

With your information provided, DoNotPay can generate forms on your behalf, start court document procedures, and get things mailed out.

What Else Can DoNotPay Do for Me?

The agency for , FL residents needs to contact is not the only one DoNotPay reports to. We work across the nation to generate reports like these and many more. We also work to help you:

and get the ball rolling on many more additional services you want to accomplish.