Given the powerful impact of socialization, it's no surprise that dogs that are chained outside and isolated
from positive human interaction are more likely to bite people than dogs that are integrated into our homes.
Considering that over 75 % of dog bite related deaths were caused by resident dogs (a dog not kept as a family pet, but isolated
from positive human interactions and usually kept for protection and / or chained outside), reducing this practice is a huge factor in preventing dog bites, as is neutering male dogs.
Not exact matches
My guess is that
from the time he rolls out of bed in the morning until his head hits the pillow, every
interaction he has with another
human being is probably an effusively
positive affirmation of his undeniable awesomeness.
Resident dogs are those isolated by the owner
from regular,
positive human interactions.
Animals benefit
from human interaction and our goal is to perpetuate this fact through
positive touch.
She came to us
from a puppy mill, locked up for her whole life and having basically no
positive human interaction, and petrified.
Whether they're listening
from the back of their enclosure or sitting at the front observing, they're benefiting
from this program because they're learning to have
positive interactions with
humans, which helps build trust.
In short, resident dogs simply live on the property with little
positive interaction or guidance
from humans.