Why All Dogs Can Bite and How to Reduce the Risk with R.E.A.D. #25

Shaped by Dog with Susan Garrett

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We all have an important role to play in reducing the number of dog bites, in particular dog bites to children. Recent statistics on dog bites show that 77% of biting is by the family dog or a friend's dog. It's up to us to protect children, anyone who comes into contact with our dog, and our dog. I've got actionable strategies for you, and it all starts with how to R.E.A.D. a dog.

In the episode you'll hear:

  • What recent studies on dog bites tell us.
  • How to use the acronym R.E.A.D. for everyone's safety, including your dog's.
  • Why we can't just assume our dog will get along with children.
  • How our dogs respond to our stress.
  • Why a dog's emotional state increases the risk of a bite.
  • The actions you can take to be an advocate for your dog.
  • Things you can't know about a dog and why proactivity is vital.
  • What it looks like to have a safe interaction with a dog.
  • What you can teach children for their safety around dogs.
  • Why to believe what your dog is telling you.
  • What to do if your dog growls at a child.

Resources:

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Visit us at shapedbydog.com

We all have an important role to play in reducing the number of dog bites, in particular dog bites to children. Recent statistics on dog bites show that 77% of biting is by the family dog or a friend's dog. It's up to us to protect children, anyone who comes into contact with our dog, and our dog. I've got actionable strategies for you, and it all starts with how to R.E.A.D. a dog.

In the episode you'll hear:

  • What recent studies on dog bites tell us.
  • How to use the acronym R.E.A.D. for everyone's safety, including your dog's.
  • Why we can't just assume our dog will get along with children.
  • How our dogs respond to our stress.
  • Why a dog's emotional state increases the risk of a bite.
  • The actions you can take to be an advocate for your dog.
  • Things you can't know about a dog and why proactivity is vital.
  • What it looks like to have a safe interaction with a dog.
  • What you can teach children for their safety around dogs.
  • Why to believe what your dog is telling you.
  • What to do if your dog growls at a child.

Resources:

2020-09-02 20 min
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