Bite Prevention
How many people are bitten by dogs every year?
4.5 million people
When a dog is happy, what is it's tail doing?
Wagging
Can I pet your dog?
What a dog is stressed, what is it's tail doing?
straight in the air or tucked between the legs
When a strange dog approaches when you are standing up, what should you do?
Pretend to be a tree
What is the chance someone will get bitten by a dog each year?
1 in 50 chance
When a dog is happy, what is it's mouth doing?
Tongue may be out
What should you let the dog do before you pet the dog?
Let the dog sniff the back of your hand
Mouth and lips are pulled back to show teeth or it may be growling
When a strange dog approaches when you are sitting down, what should you do?
Curl up like a rock
Who is more likely to be bitten by a dog: kids or adults?
kids
What is a good sign that a dog is ready to be pet: sitting or standing?
Sitting
Where is the best place to pet a dog?
Under the chin or on the chest
If a dog is alone and chained up, should you approach it?
NO!
In the community, if a dog is off leash should you approach it?
NO!