Preventing Dog Attacks - Protecting Yourself
Reducing your risk
Dogs are highly territorial animals who feel a strong instinct to defend their territory. A dog will usually see its owner’s house and yard as its territory. When a dog is in a car, that car becomes part of its territory. Many dog attacks occur when a dog feels threatened on its territory. The Humane Society of the US makes these recommendations for avoiding dog attacks:
- Never approach a strange dog, especially one who’s tied or confined behind a fence or in a car.
- If a dog is with its owner, always check with that person before approaching the dog
- Don’t pet a dog-even your own-without letting him see you and sniff you first.
- Never turn your back to a dog and run away. Dogs are hunters, and their instinct will be to chase and catch you.
- Don’t disturb a dog while she’s sleeping, eating, chewing on a toy, or especially, when she’s taking care of her puppies.
- Be cautious around dogs you don’t know. Always assume that a dog who doesn’t know you may see you as an intruder or a threat.
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Nov 07, 2008 | 0 | Problem Solving