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Michigan dog bite resources.

Free guides, checklists, and fillable forms for dog bite situations in Michigan — whether you’ve been bitten, you own a dog, or you run a business that cares for them.

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Know the law

3 guides

Understand how Michigan treats dog bites before you do anything else.

GuideMichigan Dog Bite Law, ExplainedStrict liability, deadlines, and what to proveRead → GuideHomeowners Insurance & DogsWho pays after a bite — and the coverage gapsRead → GuideRenting With a DogLeases, breed limits, and tenant liabilityRead →

If you’ve been bitten

4 tools

Free tools to document your bite and protect your claim.

PDFFirst 24 Hours After a Dog BiteA step-by-step checklist for day oneDownload → PDFDog Bite Incident LogRecord what happened while it’s freshDownload → PDFWitness Statement FormCapture what witnesses sawDownload → PDFInjury & Expense TrackerTrack every injury cost in one placeDownload →

For dog owners

7 resources

Agreements and checklists to keep your dog — and everyone around it — safe.

PDFDog Bite Prevention: Kids & FamiliesKeep kids and dogs safe at homeDownload → PDFNew Dog Owner ChecklistEverything to set up a new dog rightDownload → PDFPet-Sitting AgreementSpell out care, contacts, and costsDownload → PDFDog Walking AgreementTerms for hiring or offering walksDownload → PDFPet Rehoming AgreementTransfer a dog responsibly, in writingDownload → PDFFoster Care AgreementClear terms between foster and rescueDownload → PDFPet Lease AddendumAdd dog terms to a rental leaseDownload →

For dog-care businesses

4 forms

Forms and waivers for trainers, daycares, boarding facilities, and groomers.

PDFTrainer & Daycare WaiverService agreement and liability waiverDownload → PDFBoarding & Daycare IntakeCollect every detail before check-inDownload → PDFGrooming ReleaseAgreement and release for groomersDownload → PDFStaff Bite Incident ReportDocument a bite to an employeeDownload →

Bitten by a dog in Michigan?

These resources are a starting point — they’re not a substitute for legal advice. If a dog injured you, talk to The Michigan Dog Bite Law Firm. The review is free, and you pay nothing unless we win.

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Forms and guides on this page are general templates and information, not legal advice, and do not create an attorney–client relationship. Review and adapt any form for your situation before relying on it.

Resources

Michigan dog bite resources.

Know the law

If you’ve been bitten

For dog owners

For dog-care businesses

Bitten by a dog in Michigan?

Bitten by a dog in Michigan?