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Diseases » Dog bite » Prevention

Prevention of Dog bite

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Prevention of Dog bite:

Methods of prevention of Dog bite mentioned in various sources includes those listed below. This prevention information is gathered from various sources, and may be inaccurate or incomplete. None of these methods guarantee prevention of Dog bite.

Avoid dogs
Supervise children with dogs
Avoid ill dogs
Avoid injured dogs

Dog bite Prevention: Book Excerpts

Mammalian Bites - general prevention - Mammalian Bites

Prevention of Dog bite:

Carefully choose your pet dog. Evaluate your environment and lifestyles and speak with a professional to determine the appropriate type of pet.

Dogs should be neutered to reduce aggressive tendencies.

Never leave infants or young children alone with a dog. Be sensitive to cues that a child is fearful or apprehensive about a dog.

Teach children basic safety around dogs and review regularly.

Dogs with histories of aggression are inappropriate for families with children.

Do not play aggressive games with your dog; for example, wrestling.

Never approach an unfamiliar dog. Immediately report stray dogs or dogs displaying unusual behavior.

Remain motionless when approached by an unfamiliar dog -- never run or scream.

Do not disturb a dog that is sleeping, eating, or caring for puppies.

If knocked down by a dog, lie still and remain in a ball.

If bitten by a dog, immediately report the bite. (Source: excerpt from Facts About Dog Bites: CDC-OC)

Prevention Claims: Dog bite

Information on prevention of Dog bite comes from many sources. There are some sources that claim preventive benefits for many different diseases for various products. We may present such information in the hope that it may be useful, however, in some cases claims of Dog bite prevention may be dubious, invalid, or not recognized in mainstream medicine. Please discuss any treatment, discontinuation of treatment, or change of treatment plans with your doctor or professional medical specialist.