October 10, 2003, Newsletter Issue #158: Prevent Dog Bites
Tip of the Week
Preventing Dog Bites
Respect a dog`s space. Keep your hands away from a dog`s fence. A dog considers its yard personal property and may growl or bite to protect it.
"Let sleeping dogs lie" is a good rule to follow. That goes for a dog that is eating or drinking as well.
Be cautious around a mother dog with her puppies. She will be naturally protective.
If a loose dog approaches you:
Do not run away from the dog and do not yell or make loud noises.
Stand very still like a tree. Cross your arms over your chest, as if you are giving yourself a great, big hug. (This shape forms the trunk of your tree). Look away from the dog. Dogs sometimes think direct eye contact is a challenge for power and control. You do not want to challenge the dog. You want the dog to go away.
Toss an object away from you and away from the dog. This should attract its attention toward the object - and away from you. The dog should move toward the thrown object to sniff and investigate it. This will give you a chance to slowly turn and walk away.
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