Dogs attack more than 4.5 million people each year. Those who are most vulnerable in a dog attack are young children. Therefore, we want to teach our children how to properly meet dogs, and how to deal with free-roaming dogs. This will help reduce the chances of a dog attack.
Charged by a Dog
I frequently get charged by large and small dogs while walking in the neighborhood. Leaving a dog to run loose in the neighborhood is dangerous to the dog, to other dogs, and to people; especially young children and seniors. This is what happened today when I was charged by a large German Shepherd.
Why Do Dogs Attack?
When dogs attack humans or other dogs, we usually blame the dog. Why do dogs attack? Was the dog simply born mean? Is it a problem with the dog’s breed? Or is it not an issue with the dog at all but rather an issue with the dog owners?