10 Things We Can Teach Our Children to Prevent Dog Bites
*** I was not compensated for this post. With all the recent videos of dogs biting - there needs to be a bit of teaching from the adults in a kids life as well. I thought this was a great list and I wanted to share. May 18-24 is National Dog Bite Prevention Week and the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has great ways to help parents and their children understand how they can prevent dog bites, so you can help your kids - and dogs-stay safe and happy! 10 Things We Can Teach Our Children to Prevent Dog Bites Avoid dogs you don't know. If you see an unknown dog wandering loose and unsupervised, avoid the dog. Ask before petting! When the owner is with their dog, always ask the owner for permission to pet their pup. Even if it's a dog you know, asking first can help prevent sudden movements that may startle the dog. When confronted, don't panic. If a dog confronts you, walk confidently and quietly away. If a dog goes after you, sta...