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May 17th is Dog Bite Prevention Week. What do you know about dog bites?

Questions and Answers

1.

You should never pet a dog you do not know with out asking permission.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Every dog has a different personality and the owner will know if their dog likes strangers.

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2.

The majority of dog bites are from dogs you don't know.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The majority of dog bites are from the fmailies own pet, or a neighbors or friends dog.

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3.

There are approximately ____________ serious dog bites reported each year.
- A.
  
  1,500
- B.
  
  16,000
- C.
  
  800,000
Correct Answer
C. 800,000

Explanation
There are 800,000 dog bites reported each year that require medical attention. It is estimated that 1-2 million go unreported.

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4.

It's ok to pet a sleeping dog.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Startling a dog from sleep can cause an otherwise friendly dog to bite.

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5.

If a dog comes up to me wagging its tail, I should pet it.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
If there is no owner around you should stand still and not look into the dogs eyes until it loses interest and leaves.

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6.

I should never pet a dog while it eats.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
When dogs are eating they can become more aggressive amd protective of their food.

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7.

If I get bitten by any animal I should go to a doctor.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Even a small nip can carry rabies. Early treatment is a must to survive this virus.

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8.

Dog bites don't get infected because dog mouths are clean.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Dog saliva contains many harmful bacteria and bites can easily get infected.

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Dog Bite Facts

You should never pet a dog you do not know with out asking permission.

The majority of dog bites are from dogs you don't know.

There are approximately ____________ serious dog bites reported each year.

It's ok to pet a sleeping dog.

If a dog comes up to me wagging its tail, I should pet it.

I should never pet a dog while it eats.

If I get bitten by any animal I should go to a doctor.

Dog bites don't get infected because dog mouths are clean.