Preventing Dog Bites
Did you know that more than one million North Americans will be bitten by dogs this year, and about one million dog bites will go unreported? It’s sad but most of the victims will be children.
Most of these dog bites will come from animals that they know. Unleashed dogs will account for most of the bites inflicted.
Pet owners that are not educated on pet safety and who are not committed to training their pet/s are what lead to most dog bites. We must realize that dogs don’t normally become a part of our
families already trained.
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Why Do Dogs Bite?
A dog will bite if scared, angry, or threatened. Even a dog that is friendly might bite.
If he feels he’s cornered or crowded.
They will protect what they think belongs to them, like their food, toys, etc.
Dogs will protect their space, including their sleeping area, yard, porch, cars and home.
Dogs are predatory by nature and love to chase and attack.
A stray dog may feel upset at being lost or might be hurt, in this situation, the dog may bite with less provocation.
A startled dog may lash out and bite.
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How to Prevent Bites
Teach young children to be careful around pets. Don’t allow children to play rough with dogs and do not allow puppies to bite, not even play biting.
Teach your children never get close to strange dogs.
Do not touch items that belong to a dog, like their food, bones and toys.
Refrain from running past a dog. They love to chase. Avoid getting a dog excited or aggressive, by yelling and screaming.
You never want to pet a dog who is eating, sleeping or caring for its puppies.
Stay away from dogs that are tied up or in cars.
You should always ask permission from a pet owner to pet his dog. Even if he’s present and the dog is on a leash.
Refrain from swinging your arms or other things at a dog. The dog might deem this play and see it as an invitation to bite.
You should never pet stray dogs or ones that are running loose.
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Remember to teach your children how act around dogs, it will keep them safe.
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About the Author - Val and Robin Shortt are experienced campers and own three outdoor websites For more tips like these and to register for their Free newsletter visit: Good Night Camping Equipment
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