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Dog Bite Settlement - An Ounce Of Prevention Is Worth A Pound Of Bite

Among the most common misconceptions people have is that their own dogs will not bite.

Dogs can inflict potentially life threatening injuries. Luckily, my injuries were just superficial. A few corrective surgery and a few years of healing and the physical evidence have all but gone. Several are not as blessed.

So why do dogs bite? Experts still disagree as to whether or not dogs bite because of human provocation or breeding. Although it's undeniable that certain breeds of dogs do bite more than others, it is also hard to argue with thousands of year's worth of domestication. Individuals have been trying to breed the aggressive out of the dog for the most part anyhow.

There are a few human behaviors that can provoke even docile dogs:
Dog Bite Settlement - An Ounce Of Prevention Is Worth A Pound Of Bite


-Fiddling with their food: do not disturb your dog (or any dog) when they are eating. -Abrupt movements can upset dogs, if a strange dog is growling at you, it is very best to back away slowly. -The old saying "let sleeping dogs lie" is true. Don't startle a dog that's sleeping. -Dogs have a strong sense of territory, and may become displeased when someone unfamiliar threatens their space. -Do not try to interrupt a dog fight. -Dogs have powerful maternal instincts and if there are puppies, you ought to be careful not to startle the mother (or any adult dog in the vicinity). -Dogs can be confused regarding the cause of their own sickness or pain; they may think it was the owner who brought on the pain and bite. -Dogs become afraid just like humans. Any dog can bite if it feels it is in danger. -All dogs experience some form of possessiveness. Tread carefully if a dog is growling at you. Chances are, you're on his turf. -Looking a dog in the eyes is seen as a challenge of dominance. If a dog is growling at you, lower your eyes and back away slowly.

Preventing dog bites begins with the owner. If you have a dog, you can decrease the risk that your dog might attack someone with a few of these suggestions.

-Have your dog spayed or neutered. Not only does it prevent many sorts of health issues later on in life, it significantly reduces the aggression levels in male and female dogs. -Start socializing your pup at a young age. Get your pup used to being in a busy and unfamiliar environment as soon as he is vaccinated. -Invest in some sort of formal training program. This will provide you an immense faith in your dog and improve the relationship between you two. -Take your dog to the veterinarian regularly and make sure all his vaccinations are always up to date. Get your dog licensed and keep up to date on all his paperwork. -Never let your dog wander freely. Your dog ought to be contained on your property and you ought to be able to control his access to the street.

By following these very few and common sense steps, you can decrease an attack or bites by a wide margin. Be a responsible owner and start working with your pup or dog right now.

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by: Mia Copperhead




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