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Californians love their dogs. For many of us with canine companions our dogs are family. We care for them, treat them like kids, take them on trips, shopping, to the beach, and to the park. We spoil them, love them and enjoy that endless companionship in return. If you live in the Bay Area long enough you will find that many places strive to be dog friendly.
The American Humane Society
As a dog lover, it was tough to hear that the Center for Disease Control reports that 4.5 million people are bitten each year by dogs. Even worse, 70% of those victims are kids. To help reduce those statistics, The American Humane Association launched a new program this month. It's a dog bite prevention program called Kids Interacting with Dogs Safely" or KIDS. It's aimed at children ages 4 to 7 years old, the goal is to make kids more aware of how dogs feel if their tails are pulled or food is taken away from them. The program is a first of it's kind for youngsters this age. There are coloring books, a DVD, worksheets, songs and activities. Preschools and Elementary schools can also take advantage of this because the curriculium meets the national standards of education. Fees for materials run between $2 and $50.
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- Never chase or run from a dog.
- Don’t hit, poke, pull, pinch or tease a dog.
- Never approach a dog that is eating, sleeping or playing with a bone or toy.
- Always ask the owner’s permission first if you can pet their dog.
- Never approach a dog that is alone without it’s owner.
For more info: The American Humane Association -Kids Interacting with Dogs Safely Program
American Veterinary Medical Association. How to prevent dog bites and what to do if you are bitten
The Center for Disease Control - Information on Dog Bite Prevention
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