Health & Safety
How to Prevent a Dog Bite
Almost every bite is preceded by warning signs a dog gave well before it happened — prevention is mostly a matter of learning to recognize and respect them.
Read the Warning Signs
A stiff body, a tucked tail, whites of the eyes showing, or a low growl are all requests for space. Backing away calmly at these signals prevents the vast majority of bites before they escalate.
Teach Children the Basics
Children should learn never to approach an unfamiliar dog without asking, never to hug or corner a dog, and never to disturb one that’s eating or sleeping — the majority of childhood bites happen with a familiar dog under exactly these conditions.
Socialize and Train Early
A dog well socialized to handling, strangers, and other animals from puppyhood is far less likely to feel cornered into biting as a last resort later in life.
Did You Know?
Most dog bites come from a familiar dog, not a stray or unknown animal — often the family’s own pet or a neighbor’s, reacting to a situation it found threatening.
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