Profiling dog breeds works against the goal of
reducing dog bites.
«While supporters of Breed - Specific Legislation (BSL) argue that the only way to be safe from dog bites is to eradicate «dangerous breeds» from the community, there is little evidence that supports BSL as an effective means of
reducing dog bites and dog attacks.
Calgary, Alberta, Canada, developed a successful method for
reducing dog bites, and even making their animal control department financially self - sufficient... and they did so without banning any breeds.
Representatives from Calgary feel that a large part of their success in
reducing dog bites is attributed to the ample access dog owners have to leash - free parks for socialization purposes.
Oddly enough if the Ontario Gov «t truly believes that BSL is effective in
reducing dog bites, one would have to wonder why they targeted Staffordshire Bull Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers and APBT «s in the first place.
In the United Kingdom and Spain, studies of dog - bite rates before and after implementation of breed bans concluded that the breed - discriminatory laws had no effect whatsoever on
reducing dog bites.
The Association of Pet Dog Trainers, the largest professional and educational association for dog trainers in the world, believes that training dogs using positive methods can be a critical part of
reducing dog bites in the home and in our communities.
Responsible ownership, public education and enforcement of existing laws are the most effective ways of
reducing dog bites.
Breed bans are not effective according to the CDC at
reducing dog bites.
It started across the pond in Europe where the country began banning certain breeds to
reduce dog bite incidents.
Since Ontario banned «pit bulls» in order to «
reduce dog bites,» nearly 1,000 dogs and puppies have been «needlessly put down» according to the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association.
2 This article became part of the impetus for many recommendations and restrictions intended to
reduce dog bites.
Bruce said Calgary is a leader in reducing dog attacks in Canada, noting that he often receives invitations from animal services around the world to talk about the work done here to
reduce dog bites.
Ontario's pit bull ban was supposed to
reduce dog bites overall.
A paper published last week in the Journal Injury Prevention attempted to make the case that «pit bull» bans in Manitoba may have been effective in
reducing dog bite injury hospitalizations (DBIH, in the language of the paper).
The research has shown time and time again that BSL does not
reduce dog bites in the areas where it is enacted, and has caused many innocent dogs to be taken from their families simply because of the way they look.
Pit bull adoption bans do not
reduce dog bites or dog severity, but they do kill a lot of dogs (and, according to an article in the Washington Post, are likely motivated by racism).
Breed - specific legislation (BSL) is an attempt by legislators to
reduce dog bites by targeting specific types of dogs.
The third week in May has been declared National Dog Bite Prevention Week by the American Veterinary Medical Association, with the mission of
reducing dog biting incidents through public education.
Soon, pet lovers will mimic this behavior, which will drastically
reduce dog bites and prevent aggression.
We deserve legislation that will truly
reduce dog bites instead of creating a climate of stigma and irrational fear.
«To
reduce dog bites, we need to look at all dogs, because pit bulls, contrary to some urban legends, aren't a dog that's more aggressive than others, or a dog that's particularly dangerous; all dogs are potentially dangerous,» he added.
Calgary boasts the lowest dog bite rate of any major Canadian city, after having
reduced dog bites by 70 % using the very techniques nearly all experts agree are key in reducing unprovoked dog bites:
Breed - specific legislation (BSL) does not enhance public safety or
reduce dog bite incidents.
«It's not designed to
reduce all dog bites,» said Lynn, who said pit bulls are an inherently aggressive animal.
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As for legal restrictions on
dogs based on their appearance, Levy said public safety would be better served by
reducing risk factors for
dog bites, such as supervising children, recognizing canine body language, avoiding an unfamiliar
dog in its territory, neutering
dogs and raising puppies to be social companions.
In the April issue of Frontiers, Braczkowski et al. discuss the positive impacts of leopards in terms of
reduced incidence of
dog bites and rabies transmission, as well as cost savings with respect to
dog sterilization and management.
Obeying these simple rules
reduces potential
dog bites.
If you have children, talk to them about
dogs and how to
reduce the risk of child
dog bite.
Arks Neem Protect Spray is an environmentally friendly gentle and nondrying formula for pets including
dogs cats and horses It is used for animals with skin and coat issues including insect
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reduce itching and dermatitis caused by insect
bites
«Protect»
Dog & Cat Shampoo will not dry the skin and is great for
reducing dermatitis caused by insect
bites.
As your
dog bites into and chews Greenies Weight Management Dental Chews, the special shape and texture of the treat works a lot like a toothbrush, wrapping around the teeth down to the gum line, controlling new plaque and
reducing existing plaque and tartar build up.
The coalition is committed to
reducing the number of
dog bites and helping owners maintain the loving bond between them and their
dogs.
This has been known to
reduce the chance that your
dog will
bite by up to three times less than usual.
However, it is not a guarantee of
reduced biting or aggression, especially if you have a female
dog.
The vaccine provides
dogs with protective antibodies that are reported to help
dogs experience less pain and have a
reduced risk of permanent injury from a rattlesnake
bite.
Dog bite prevention programs are important for community leaders and school officials to consider implementing in attempts to reduce the number of dog bites and attacks within the communi
Dog bite prevention programs are important for community leaders and school officials to consider implementing in attempts to
reduce the number of
dog bites and attacks within the communi
dog bites and attacks within the community.
Education on responsible
dog ownership and emphasis on basic training, socialization and inclusion of the
dog in the household will do more to
reduce bites.
Remember, any
dog can
bite, but knowing what to do can greatly
reduce your risk of being injured.
The National Canine Research Council states that despite a lack of concrete evidence linking specific breeds to a higher rate of
dog bites, as well as an outright lack of success in
reducing the number of
dog -
bite related injuries, BSL is incredibly expensive for the communities affected by it, draining resources that could otherwise be used to promote more humane and effective forms of population control and in turn,
reduce overcrowding in shelters.
Colleen Lynn is the founder of DogsBite.org, a national
dog -
bite victims» group dedicated to
reducing serious
dog attacks.
Strict regulation of pit bulls may substantially
reduce the U.S. mortality rates related to
dog bites.»
If you don't see an improvement in
reduced biting, consult a Certified Professional
Dog Trainer in your area.
Andrew, the AVA are using this opportunity to point out what needs to be done to
reduce the incidence of
dog bite injury.
After this flea collar for
dogs not only kills the parasite, but also deters its unpleasant smell,
reducing the chance for a
dog to be
bitten.
Several vaccine formulations are available for
dogs that provides an additional layer of protection and significantly
reduces the chance of contracting Lyme disease even when
bitten by an infected tick.
To help
reduce the number of
dog bites, Love - A-Bull believes in a twofold solution: 1) educating owners about responsible
dog ownership and 2) educating people, especially children, about how to interact safely and respectfully with all
dogs.
We know how to
reduce the prevalence
dog bite accidents just like we know how to
reduce SIDS.
Further, rough housing with the
dog is permitted, allowing the
dog to play
bite the people in the home, giving the
dog permission to put its teeth on family members,
reducing the
dog's inhibition to
bite later on.