Traditional dog fences are passe – they restrain freedom and movement, thereby suffocating your pet. An ideal pet fence is the one that protects your pet without suffocating them. The electric pet fence deserves a mention here. It scores over traditional fences in more ways than one. First up – it is aesthetically appealing. It makes your yard look beautiful and attractive. You are not even required to pay through your nose to have an electric dog fence installed. The job can be done at competitive prices. You are likely to save thousands of dollars in the bargain. On the contrary, a conventional dog fence can burn a hole in your pocket – it can cost you heavily.

An electric pet fence will protect your pet and also not deprive them of the freedom they deserve. Truly, there have been significant advancements in pet containment systems. From expensive above ground fencing systems to in-ground fencing systems, these systems have come a long way. Electric in-ground fence systems are fairly easy to install. A simple video will help you understand the basics of installation. You can also refer to self-explanatory guides to understand the process. One of the interesting highlights about in-ground fence systems is that the fence is inconspicuous – it is not really visible to the naked eye.

If you are serious about the safety and well-being of your pet, you need to invest in quality pet accessories. SportDog training collar deserves a special mention here. It is an affordable training collar that can help control a range of behavioral problems. It can help control dog aggression which is commonly exhibited by snarling, growling, biting, etc. What’s more, it can be customized to your dog’s needs and preferences. Remember, as a dog owner, you are responsible for your pet’s behavior. You need to be able to curb his aggression and aggressive behavior.

Dog training collars are available in a multitude of styles, designs and sizes. The choices are simply limitless! Dogs suffer from a wide range of behavioral issues. The right collar can help you control your dog’s behavior. Refrain from investing in cheap collars. Use cutting edge electronic collars that are available at highly discounted prices online. Whether you are struggling with basic obedience or advanced training, these collars will help serve the purpose effectively. Your pet will behave in a dignified manner in public places like parks. Dog training shock collars are used for a variety of training regimens including pet containment, agility training, hunting exercises, etc.

Be it an adjustable pet gate, dog collar or dog fence systems, you need to choose the right products to enhance pet safety and security. Garmin Astro Combo – DC30 and Innotek IUC-5100 cutting edge fence systems are popularly used. The former is a GPS-enabled dog tracking system that can help you track the exact position of your dog. Whether or not you can see or hear your dog, the system will help you keep tabs on your pet.

The post Invest in Cutting- Edge Products to Boost Pet Safety first appeared on Puppy Blog.

Keeping your dog cool during the summer months is extremely important. It can prevent heat stroke, dehydration or even death. Dogs not only need to drink plenty of water to keep cool, many of them like to swim in it as well. While it is a great form of exercise and will help to keep Fido from overheating, many dogs drown each year from pool accidents that could have been avoided.

If your dog loves the water and loves to jump into the pool, make sure he knows how to get out safely. If a dog falls into a river or lake, its instinct will tell it to turn around and try to get out from the point at which it fell in. This may work well in a lake or a river, but in a suburban swimming pool the dog may drown if it adopts this instinctive action. Therefore it is important to teach your dog where and how to get out of the pool regardless of where he went in.

To teach a dog how to exit a pool, first attach a recall leash to its collar. Gently place the dog into the pool from the steps. The dog will instinctively turn around and get out from the point of entry-the steps. Place the dog in the pool from the steps several times. Once it realizes that it can scramble out via the steps, move to the other sides of the pool and again gently place the dog into the pool. Use the recall leash to guide the dog to the step area, giving as little help as possible to the dog.

“Once the dog has oriented himself to the steps in relation to the house and understands how to use the steps to exit the pool, the danger of it drowning in the pool will be reduced,” stated Liam Crowe, Bark Busters’ president, CEO and master trainer. “Practice as much as possible with your dog, especially with pups, but make certain your dog does not become exhausted. The most you will be able to achieve at any one time is three or four entries and exits.”

With regards to exhaustion, it is also important for you to keep an eye on your dog while in the pool because swimming can be very tiring for a dog. Just like many dogs will chase a ball or Frisbee again and again until they nearly collapse, many dogs will continue swimming without any thought as to how tired they are. And unlike chasing a ball on land, they have no solid ground on which to rest.

If a dog has year-round access to the pool area, you should conduct pool safety in all weather, hot and cold. Try to keep the pool’s water level as full as possible, as the dog has a much greater chance of being able to get out the closer the water level is to dry land.

If you don’t have access to a pool that allows dogs but still want to take him swimming, nature offers other enjoyable options. However, be aware of the surrounding area if you take your dog to the beach, lake or pond. Watch for trouble and make sure your dog will come to you as soon as you call. Recall is one of the most important lessons you can teach your dog. It can literally save his life.

With a little planning and forethought, you can help your dog swim without incident in most any environment during the hot summer months. We love our pets and want them to be with us for as long as possible, and the above tips will go a long way to ensure their safety.

The post Pool Safety For Dogs first appeared on Puppy Blog.

Independence Day celebrations are great fun for people, but the loud noises and bright lights can be traumatic and create confusion and fear for dogs. Animal shelters report that the July 4th holiday brings record numbers of runaway dogs to their doors. These dogs have been frightened and made frantic by fireworks. But by being aware and thinking ahead, we can keep our dogs as safe and comfortable as possible during the revelry.

Crowe offers the following tips for dog owners to prepare for Independence Day:

• If you are going to a fireworks display, leave your dog at home where he will be the most safe and comfortable.
• If you go to a holiday event, never leave your dog in the car. A partially opened window does not supply sufficient fresh air, and it creates an opportunity for your pet to be stolen.
• Always keep proper identification securely fastened to your dog’s collar in case he gets out. Talk to your veterinarian about implanting a universal microchip in your pet, and make sure that your veterinary clinic and animal shelter have your correct contact information in their database.
• Don’t leave your dog outside. If you cannot bring him inside, cover his dog house with a blanket to protect him from the bursts of bright lights and loud bangs. A dog’s sense of hearing is acute-over 10 times more sensitive than humans’.
• Create a special den-like area in your home where your dog feels safe. A properly introduced crate or kennel can be a calming refuge for him.
• Some dogs become destructive when frightened. If you don’t use a crate, remove any items in the room which your dog could destroy or which could hurt him if he chewed them.
• Keep your dog away from the front and back doors. Your dog may be under significant stress, which could result in unnecessary injury to others or cause him to dart out the door and become lost.
• Keep windows and curtains closed to reduce noise and bright flashes.
• Turn on a TV or radio at normal volume to distract your dog from loud noises and help him to relax.
• If possible, stay with your pet during the majority of the fireworks. A dog often reacts more intensely to loud sounds and flashes of lights when you are not with him.
• Consider hiring a pet sitter to stay with your dog while you are away from home.

July 4 is a time for fun and celebration and by taking these precautions, you and your pets can have a safe and happy holiday experience.”

The post July 4th Safety Tips For Dog Owners first appeared on Puppy Blog.

Dog parks can be a great way to socialize your dog, but can also be unsafe if proper measures aren’t taken. The following tips will help you keep your dog safe and happy at the park.

1) Know your dog. Not all dogs enjoy meeting new dogs. Don’t let your dog get overwhelmed by meeting too many dogs at once. If your dog has not interacted regularly with other dogs, find out how he will react. You can perform a test by introducing your dog to a friend’s dog that you know interacts well with other dogs. Testing your dog in a controlled environment is ideal before you go into the dog park.

2) Keep your dog healthy. Be sure your dog isn’t vulnerable to picking up infections from other dogs by keeping him up to date on his vaccinations and worming medications.

3) Observe. Consider visiting the park without your dog for the first time to familiarize yourself with the park itself and the dogs that play there. Before bringing your dog inside the park, spend a few minutes watching the other dogs and how they interact. If the dogs seem too rough for your dog, come back at another time or try a different dog park. On your next visit you may want to bring your dog and sit quietly with him outside the park. Having your dog with you to observe from outside the park enables you to watch how he reacts to seeing the other dogs.

4) Start out slow. The first few visits to the dog park should be short, no longer than 15 minutes. Slowly increase the length of your stays as your dog becomes more comfortable with the dog park atmosphere.

5) Choose a time that is less busy for your first few visits to the park. Weekday evenings are peak, high-traffic times at dog parks, and weekends and holidays tend to be busy all day long. Acquaint your dog with the dog park when the park isn’t as crowded.

6) Closely supervise your dog. Don’t get distracted while talking to other owners. Keep an eye on your dog at all times to make sure his interactions with other dogs are safe. Watch his body language to help you avoid any trouble before it begins. Watching his actions also enables you to quickly clean up after your pet.

7) Let your dog off leash as soon as you enter unleashed areas. Mixing leashed and unleashed dogs can create a hostile situation. Leashed dogs, and their owners, often display body language and behavior that is threatening to the unleashed dogs and may encourage them to be aggressive and defensive in return. A leashed dog cannot make the choice his natural instinct tells him of “fight or flight”-if he cannot take flight, he may have to fight.

8) Watch for potential hazards. Be aware of potential hazards that may be in the park, such as toxic chemicals, garbage or noxious plants. Be sure to wash any chemicals, such as fertilizer or pesticides, off of your dog’s feet and legs to ensure they aren’t licked and ingested.

9) Leave children at home. Don’t bring children with you to the dog park. You will not safely be able to watch your kids and your dog at the same time. Many dogs have not been socialized to children. Both frighten and excite easily-and react differently-creating a dangerous atmosphere. It’s simply too easy for a child to get hurt at a dog park.

10) Leave small puppies at home. Puppies less than four months old aren’t fully immunized yet and are at higher risk for contracting diseases. They are also very vulnerable to being traumatized by another dog’s aggressive behavior.

11) Do not bring toys or food. Most parks are already littered with balls and toys that other people have brought. Rewarding your dog with treats or giving him toys in front of other dogs can create jealousy and aggression.

12) Interpret canine body language. Educate yourself about dog body language and communication signals so you can tell the difference between fear, play and anger. Your local Bark Busters trainer can help you learn to “read” your dog’s body language.

13) Know when to leave. You should remove your dog from the park if he is being threatened or bullied and seems fearful; begins to display aggressive behavior by becoming overexcited or threatening toward other dogs; is panting heavily; or seems overly tired. Keep your dog’s welfare a top priority.

14) DO NOT physically intervene in a dogfight. Never reach in to break up fighting dogs. Squirt the dogs in the face with a water bottle or try to distract them by throwing something near them, but never physically intervene.

15) Prevent injuries. Be aware of the signs of a possible dogfight before it might happen. Don’t allow a dog’s overexcitement turn into a fight. If your dog injures a person or dog, give your name and phone number to the injured party. Report to law enforcement authorities any handlers who refuse to take liability for damages or injuries and who are endangering the safety of others.

The post Dog Park Safety Tips first appeared on Puppy Blog.

Your pets are treasured family members and need protection as much as your own family in the event of fire. Sadly, some 500,000 pets are affected by fires each year, and over 40,000 of them die. Most fire victims die from smoke asphyxiation. A fire needs oxygen to burn, so lack of oxygen or inhaling smoke is more often the killer than the fire itself.
Following are some tips to help you know what to do to prevent fires and if a fire breaks out in your home.

1. Be sure you have working smoke detectors on every level of the home.
a. Place detectors near bedrooms and in the kitchen, either on the ceiling or 6-12 inches below the ceiling on the wall, well away from air vents.

b. Be sure detectors are in good working order. Mark your calendar to remind yourself to check the batteries regularly (for example, at the start of a new season).

c. Another smart home safety measure is to install a carbon monoxide detector in your home. Carbon monoxide is a poisonous gas that can cause severe illness or death to both people and pets.

2. Have an emergency exit plan that includes your pets, and practice the plan regularly. Once a fire starts, it spreads rapidly, so everyone should know what to do to escape.

a. Affix window decals around your home so rescue workers know there are pets inside. Decals can be obtained from your local Bark Busters trainer, the ASPCA or your local fire department.

b. Fire experts report that many dogs perish in fires because they are confined in a crate or room and cannot escape. Be sure your fire plan accounts for crated dogs.
c. Keep leashes at hand so you can leash your dog to prevent him from escaping in panic.
d. Keep pets on a ground floor of your home to make rescue easier.
e. Keep hallways and exits free of clutter to allow you to get out of a burning house more safely.

3. Make sure pets always wear current identification. Consider subscribing to a service like 1-800-HELP-4-PETS, whose Pet Protector System will help to reunite you and your pet if he becomes lost (www.Help4Pets.com).

4. Research a safe place to take your pets. Ask friends or relatives if they can shelter you and your pets, and check with local pet-boarding facilities, humane societies and animal shelters.

5. Assemble a dog disaster kit with dog food and his medications, copies of his health records, your veterinarian’s phone number and list of facilities you can take your pet, recent photo taken of you with your dog, favorite toy or bedding, and extra leash and collar affixed with the pet’s I.D.

6. Give a key to a trusted neighbor, and make sure he knows where the dog might be located within the house so he can inform firefighters.

7. Ask your local fire department if the fire trucks carry pet oxygen masks. If they don’t, ask neighborhood pet owners to join you in making a donation to buy masks for the fire department.

8. Listen to your dog! Canines have a keen sense of smell and can detect smoke long before humans. If your dog is acting strangely, look into the situation promptly and be prepared to gather your family and follow your evacuation plan.

9. If you must evacuate and can’t find your dog in the house, leave an outside door open and then call your dog’s name once you get out. He may be able to hear you and escape.

10. If your dog was in a smoke-filled building or if you can smell smoke on his fur, take him to your veterinarian. Toxic fumes can be deadly.

11. Prevent fires from happening by ensuring your dog doesn’t have access to dangerous combustible items.

a. Keep electrical wires and batteries out of your pet’s reach. Chewing or biting anything electrical can cause him shock or burns, or could start a fire.

b. Don’t leave lighted candles unattended. A lit candle knocked over by a swinging tail can burn your pet or cause a fire.

The post Fire Safety Tips For Dog Owners first appeared on Puppy Blog.

If you’re a dog owner then you’re well aware of the fact that dogs are curious creatures and love to explore, especially when it comes to new surroundings. Often times their nose will get the best of them and they will try to eat just about anything that smells good, or doesn’t smell good, which can be very dangerous depending on what the item is. Here are some common household items that can be harmful to your dog if eaten:

Chocolate, which just about everyone loves, is not a very good choice when it comes to dog treats and can be harmful to your dog’s health because it has a very dangerous chemical called obromine. This is toxic to your dog so you should avoid letting them have chocolate at all cost.

Another common household item which is very dangerous to dogs and also toxic is bleach. You’ll want to make sure that you keep bleach out of reach at all times.

Tylenol can be very lethal to your dog, even a small dosage, and should not be left laying around where they can get at it.

We often use batteries for many electronic items including watches, remotes, flashlights, and so on and if your dog gets a hold of one and eats it, the result could be a terrible stomach ulceration which could be fatal if severe enough.

If you have moth balls stored in certain areas of your house to help get rid of bats, or for whatever reasons, you’ll want to take caution and not allow your dog to get a hold of these since they have insecticides in them that can cause issues to the central nervous system and also can cause seizures in dogs.

Another item that is very dangerous to your dogs health is antifreeze, which is responsible for the death of many dogs every year. The reason it is so dangerous is because dog’s are often fooled by the sweet smell and taste of this substance which lures them into consuming it. Any antifreeze spilled should be cleaned up immediately.

You’ll also want to make sure that your laundry detergents and fabric softeners are stored where your dog cannot get at them. Laundry detergents are another item that if consumed, can be dangerous to your dogs health. Fabric softeners are also toxic and should be kept away at all times as well.

Mouthwash is another common household item that should be kept away from dogs since it may contain boric acid which if consumed by dogs, can cause symptoms such as vomiting, seizures, and coma.

All of these items are common household items that can be dangerous to your dog’s health in one way or another so it’s important to remember that if you have any of these items in your home, you’ll want to be sure they are out of your dog’s reach. This will prevent the chance of them being consumed by your dog, and will help keep your dog safe and happy.

The post Dog Safety – Common Dangerous Household Items To Avoid first appeared on Puppy Blog.

If you’re a dog owner then you’re well aware of the fact that dogs are curious creatures and love to explore, especially when it comes to new surroundings. Often times their nose will get the best of them and they will try to eat just about anything that smells good, or doesn’t smell good, which can be very dangerous depending on what the item is. Here are some common household items that can be harmful to your dog if eaten:

Chocolate, which just about everyone loves, is not a very good choice when it comes to dog treats and can be harmful to your dog’s health because it has a very dangerous chemical called obromine. This is toxic to your dog so you should avoid letting them have chocolate at all cost.

Another common household item which is very dangerous to dogs and also toxic is bleach. You’ll want to make sure that you keep bleach out of reach at all times.

Tylenol can be very lethal to your dog, even a small dosage, and should not be left laying around where they can get at it.

We often use batteries for many electronic items including watches, remotes, flashlights, and so on and if your dog gets a hold of one and eats it, the result could be a terrible stomach ulceration which could be fatal if severe enough.

If you have moth balls stored in certain areas of your house to help get rid of bats, or for whatever reasons, you’ll want to take caution and not allow your dog to get a hold of these since they have insecticides in them that can cause issues to the central nervous system and also can cause seizures in dogs.

Another item that is very dangerous to your dogs health is antifreeze, which is responsible for the death of many dogs every year. The reason it is so dangerous is because dog’s are often fooled by the sweet smell and taste of this substance which lures them into consuming it. Any antifreeze spilled should be cleaned up immediately.

You’ll also want to make sure that your laundry detergents and fabric softeners are stored where your dog cannot get at them. Laundry detergents are another item that if consumed, can be dangerous to your dogs health. Fabric softeners are also toxic and should be kept away at all times as well.

Mouthwash is another common household item that should be kept away from dogs since it may contain boric acid which if consumed by dogs, can cause symptoms such as vomiting, seizures, and coma.

All of these items are common household items that can be dangerous to your dog’s health in one way or another so it’s important to remember that if you have any of these items in your home, you’ll want to be sure they are out of your dog’s reach. This will prevent the chance of them being consumed by your dog, and will help keep your dog safe and happy.

The post Dog Safety – Common Dangerous Household Items To Avoid first appeared on Puppy Blog.

When selecting a crate size it is extremely important that it be the proper size. It is not a difficult task to determine the proper size of your dogs new home. You should always select the size that your dog will require as an adult, your local pet shop can assist you in making this selection.

Your puppy should be crated each and every time you leave him by himself in the home. This is for his safety as well as for your mental well being. All puppies are chewers and they do not typically exercise good judgment in deciding what they should or should not chew on.

Puppy’s can’t tell the difference between a proper chew toy and the lamp cords or telephone wires. Chewing into an electrical wire can be fatal for your dog as well as start a fire in the home.

If the dog stays n his crate while your away, you prevent him from harming himself and maybe burning down the house.

An uncrated puppy can find all kinds of mischief to get into in an uncharted house.

If your new puppy chews on the leg of your dining room table while you’re gone, you will probably get angry with him when you return. Your dog will than make the association that your returning home means he will get punished. (He will not recall carving up your furniture and will not associate your anger with that)

The crate will also provide privacy and a barrier between your puppy and other distractions. For example, you can feed your puppy in his crate if you have small children, thus allowing him to eat in peace and unbothered.

A crate will provide a place of safety and comfort to your puppy and is a valuable part of his training.

The post How To Create A Safety Haven For Your Dog first appeared on Puppy Blog.

One of the activities I look forward to most this summer is camping with my newly adopted dog, Jayda. It’s been an adventure for both of us! When “roughing it” together, you can ensure the pet health and safety of your four-legged friend by keeping these top five tips in mind:

Protect pet health by talking to your vet about flea and tick prevention
Before heading out into the great wide open with your pet, consider the dog health care needs for flea and tick prevention. Talk to your veterinarian about where you’ll be camping, trends in the region, and the overall health of your dog. If you have the Pets Best Insurance BestWellness plan, remember you can submit the claim for a limited amount reimbursement.

Keep your dog warm at night
Dogs lose heat from their noses, so they hide them when they’re cold. In addition to a favorite bed, offer your dog blankets to burrow under. Dogs with short coats may even need an extra layer like a doggie sweater.

Pack extra dog food Camping activities burn lots of extra calories. Be generous with food if you’ve had an especially active day, and take two containers in case one becomes wet or is gobbled up by a woodland creature. Also, don’t be alarmed if your dog skips meals. For some animals, the stress of travel is an appetite suppressant. However, if your pet’s appetite isn’t back to normal after the trip is over, take your dog to your veterinarian to make sure there isn’t another pet health issue.

Invest in a good tie-out stake and choose the right ground location
A metal corkscrew tie-out stake and 20-foot lead will allow your dog to safely enjoy the campsite. Check the stake often as tugging and wet conditions can loosen it, especially in sandy ground.

Take a variety of collars and leashes with you
Camping offers great new places to work with your dog and activities that are great for pet health. If you’re still training your pet, bring a variety of leashes. I use a 15-foot lead and prong collar for training sessions, and a regular collar when she’s on a short leash or tie-out. For swimming and hiking, a harness helps me control her movements and ensures she’s safe.

Make a “doggie camping bag” and keep a checklist inside
Designate a sturdy canvass bag as your “doggie camping bag” and keep a checklist inside it year-round so pet health and safety are never compromised by forgetting an important camping item. My list includes, food, a tie-out stake, a variety of collars and leashes, and bedding. It sounds like common sense, but even the most basic items can be forgotten when you’re rushing out the door for a weekend of fun.

Jayda and I are preparing for our third camping trip this weekend, and I like to think we’re getting better at it every time. We hope you find these tips helpful and use them to ensure the pet health and safety of your camping buddy in the great outdoors. Happy camping!

The Original source of this document is www.petsbest.com. If you are looking for more information regarding pet health, then visit our website.

The post Top Five Pet Health And Safety Tips For Camping With Your Dog first appeared on Puppy Blog.

We’ve all seen them. Those carefree dog food commercials that feature adorable, furry puppy’s jumping on the laps of children, licking their faces and, for the most part, being on their best behavior. Unable to resist the allure of this loveable scene played out on television, many children ask their parents for a dog of their own.

Many parents submit to the requests. After all, a puppy would make a great companion, it might distract the youngster from the PlayStation gaming console for a while, and it just might teach him or her some responsibility. But buying the dog is easy. The hard part is training it to act like the dog in the commercial. And that task becomes even trickier when there are kids involved. Most kids don’t know the first thing about being with and training a dog, and many parents could use some remedial training as well.

Whenever a parent makes the important decision to purchase a dog for the kids, they should also make the commitment to enroll the dog (and its adolescent companion) in formal training classes. I have found that Bark Busters, the only international dog training company that offers a lifetime guarantee, to be one of the most effective, proven dog training companies around. Bark Busters uses a dog’s own innate pack mentality, voice commands and body language to teach most dogs the basics in roughly two hours.

“Dogs are pack animals,” says Liam Crowe, Bark Busters president, CEO and master trainer. “They have a specific way of interacting, which includes an instinctual manner of communication. Learning how to communicate effectively with your dog in a language he understands is the first step toward establishing leadership and control.”

First and foremost, never buy a dog as a toy substitute. Dogs are living, breathing creatures with feelings. Children should be taught this fact from an early age and should be shown how to treat dogs with respect. By adopting a new dog for the right reasons and instilling the right mindset within the child, a parent takes the first step in avoiding undesired consequences, such as mistreatment and neglect.

After you have adopted a dog for the right reasons, go out and find a local trainer immediately before you become “dogged” with bad canine habits. In the meantime, here are a few safety tips to make sure your new pet and your child make it together safely to their first training class.

Never leave a child or baby alone with a dog. When visiting friends or relatives who have a dog, do not allow your child to play in the yard unsupervised. If that is not possible, ask the owners to put the dog away.

Do not allow your child to feed a dog unsupervised, as some dogs can be very protective of food. Also, never allow your dog to snatch food from your child. It not only teaches the dog bad manners, but it endangers the hand that feeds it.

Do not allow your child to pull on the dog’s collar to lead it outside the house, as it could bite them. Children without adult supervision should not be allowed to walk a dog, as the child could be dragged unwittingly into a fight with another dog. The dog should be taught to respond to a verbal command. However, if the dog does not respond to a verbal command given by the child, correction should be given by the parent, not the child. In fact, under no circumstances should a child ever discipline a dog. That is the parents’ job.

In addition to the above tips to help parents create a safe environment for their children and their new dog, here are some additional tips that parents should teach their children for when they are not around to directly supervise them. Children should be instructed to:

1) Never pet a strange dog, even if his owner is present.
2) Stay away from a dog while he is eating and sleeping.
3) Stop your bike if chased while riding.
4) Never retrieve a ball from someone else’s yard.
5) If visiting friends who have dogs, ask them to put their dogs away if you want to play.
6) Stay away from a dog that has puppies.
7) Stay away from a dog that is tied up.
8) Never pull a dog’s tails or ears; dogs feel pain, too.
9) Never tease a dog or make it angry.
10) Stand totally still if a dog runs at you barking. Cover your face with your hands. If knocked to the ground by a dog, roll into a ball, cover your face with your arms and stay as still as you possibly can. Do not try to get up.

Adopting a dog can be fun-both for the parent and the child. A dog can provide one of the best forms of companionship possible, it teaches the children some responsibility and it brings smiles to all. By following the above tips and enrolling your dog in a local training course, you may soon have the dog food companies calling you for a TV spot.

The post Dog Safety Tips For Children And Parents first appeared on Puppy Blog.