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- Be alert – Always keep an eye on your dog around kids. Never leave them alone together
- Be aware – Dogs use signals to tell us how they feel – What is your dog telling you?
- Be safe – Any dog can bite. Accidents happen fast.
We’re encouraging safeguarding partners to display and share the infographic as widely as possible to get the #DogSafety message out there.
Available in digital and print versions – download from the Canine and Feline Sector Group website https://www.cfsg.org.uk/dog-safety/
More information can be found at: https://www.cfsg.org.uk/dog-safety/
We are a nation of dog lovers and dogs are often part of the family, so it is vital that both parents and children are equipped with the knowledge they need to enjoy spending time with dogs safely.
We know that sometimes dog bites can happen because of certain circumstances or because we miss important signals from dogs. Being dog safe and following the Dog Safety Code can help to prevent that from happening.
Images kindly provided by CattleDog Publishing, a division of Veterinary Information Network, Inc www.cattledogpublishing.com
Spread the word about #DogSafety
We want as many people as possible to display and share the Dog Safety Code to get the #DogSafety message out there.
Dogs will show signals through their body language to you. Below you can see some of the most used signals dogs give us to show us if they are worried, scared or need some space.
