Boston Dog Lawyers has been appointed legal counsel for the Dog Writers Association of America, bringing specialized dog law expertise to writers and advocates who shape public understanding of pet ownership, liability, and the human-animal bond.

Learn about Massachusetts dog bite liability, dangerous dog hearings, and your legal rights. Boston Dog Lawyers' Attorney Jeremy Cohen explains the law.

This past year brought meaningful progress for pet owners, including steps toward courts considering what’s in the best interest of the pet in certain cases. It also reminded us that real change doesn’t happen overnight—it happens because pet owners are willing to stand up, even when the law hasn’t fully caught up yet.