Dog Bite Prevention and Dog Bite Treatment Information
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Dog Bite Prevention Tips
Statistics have shown that dogs bite approximately 4.7 million people every year. These dog bites range from minor nips to major attacks. Dogs are supposed to be a man's best friend not his worst enemy... and with this idea in mind here are some tips to prevent being bitten by a dog.
Dog Bite Prevention:
- Never Approach a Strange Dog. Don't go near just any dog you find cute or
adorable especially when that dog is tied or fenced-in or in a car. A new or strange dog might think that you are threatening him or you that are an intruder.
- Don't Pet a Strange Dog. Since we’ve already established that you shouldn’t approach a strange
dog this one should be clearly understood. It is not advisable for anyone to pet strange
dogs (or even his or her own dog) without letting him sniff and recognize you first.
- Never Turn Your Back and Run from a Dog. This act plays into the dog's instinct to chase and catch you; once caught he may very well attack harshly. Running away is not a good option.
- Don't Disturb a Dog - or Startle a Dog. When a dog is sleeping or chewing on a bone or
caring for her puppies or eating it is bad idea to startle or disturb it.
Again instinct will be to attack.
Other Safety measures to Prevent a Dog Bite:
- Neuter or spay your dog to decrease its inclination to roam and fight with other dogs.
- Socialize your dog to decrease its nervousness when a lot of people are around.
- Train your dog to not chase anyone even when it's just for fun.
- License your dog and get his/her rabies vaccinations.
- Never let your dog roam the streets alone.
What To Do for Dog Bite Treatment:
- Never Panic. This will only make the situation worse. Stay as calm as you can and stay in control so you can make educated decisions.
- Deal with the Wound Immediately. Wash the wound thoroughly with soap and warm water. This should be done immediately.
Then contact your physician for more care and advice.
- Tell the Animal Care and Control Agency in Your Location about the Dog Bite.
Report to your local animal control personnel any and all the information you can provide regarding the dog. If it is a stray
dog describe the dog also tell them where you saw the dog and the direction with which he went.
Following these simple tips will help you to avoid a dog bite and to receive the proper care if an attack occurs.
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Current Dog Bite Prevention News
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Natalee Holloway's Father Sends Search Dog to Aruba (Fox News)
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Natalee Holloway's dad sends search dog to Aruba (AP via Yahoo! News)
Natalee Holloway's father flew a search dog and handler to Aruba to search for the missing teen's body on Friday, although prosecutors said they have no new leads in the case.
5th dog dies during Iditarod race (MSNBC)
A fifth dog has died during the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. An 8-year-old male named Omen in musher Rick Larson?s team died early Friday on the trail between the Elim and White Mountain checkpoints.
Holloway's dad sends search dog to Aruba (MSNBC)
Aruba prosecutors say Natalee Holloway's father has flown a search dog and a handler to the island to look for the missing teenager's body.
Reworked Monroe dog law goes into effect Sunday (Everett Herald)
MONROE -- Every dog in Monroe -- from the tiniest Chihuahua to the most massive mastiff -- gets the same treatment under a revised animal ordinance that takes effect Sunday.
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