How To Avoid Dog Bites

There are several ways to help reduce the risk of dog bites:

If confronted by a dog trying to sniff you, stand still, do not try to run away. Most dogs will move away after determining that you are not a threat.

• Never interfere with a dog that is caring for its puppies.
• Never startle a dog by waking it up or throwing an object in its direction.
• Do not disturb a dog while it is eating or drinking.
• If you feel threatened by a dog, do not run. A dog's instinct may be to give chase. Stay calm. If you speak, talk in a firm voice without screaming.
• Be very mindful of your children around all dogs, including family pets. Most dog bites occur to children.
• If you think a dog may attack, remain motionless with hands at your sides. Once the dog loses interest in you, slowly back away until the dog is out of sight.
• If the dog does attack, "feed" the dog your jacket, purse, bicycle, or anything that you can put between yourself and the dog.
• If you fall or are knocked to the ground, curl into a ball with your hands over your ears and remain motionless. Do not scream or roll around.

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Despite the best preventive measures, Michigan dog attacks do happen. If a dog bites you or your child, seek emergency medical attention immediately.

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