DOGS, just like humans, can feel hot and bothered and perhaps a little grumpy in the hot weather. So Dogs Trust would like to remind families about the charity’s dog-safety campaign Be Dog Smart which has tips to help keep children safe around dogs this summer.
A recent survey found that pulling his tail, sitting on him and disturbing his sleep are just some of the antagonising ways children can act around dogs.
Almost a third of parents — 32 per cent — would let their child approach or pet dogs they do not know. And 44 per cent would leave a child under the age of 11 alone with a dog.
Dog owners need be responsible for their pets. And it is important for children to know how to act around dogs.
Our website bedogsmart.org.uk is packed with advice such as never leave a child alone with any dog, never disturb dogs that are eating or sleeping and how to react if a dog comes up to you.
Carers and teachers can also request a Be Dog Smart workshop with one of our 22 education officers across the UK.
Adrian Burder Dogs Trust
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