Don't pet
a dog, even your own, without letting him or her see and sniff you first.
Never turn your back
to a dog and run away. A dog's natural instinct is to chase and catch
fleeing prey.
Do not disturb a
dog while he is sleeping, eating, chewing on a toy or caring for puppies.
Be cautious around
strange dogs. Always assume that a dog who doesn't know you may see
you as an intruder or as a threat.
If you think a
dog may attack, you should:
Never scream and
run. Remain motionless, hands at your sides, and avoid eye contact
with the dog.
If the dog does attack,
"feed" him or her your jacket, purse, or anything that you can put between
yourself and the dog.
If you fall or are
knocked to the ground, curl into a ball with your hands over your ears
and remain motionless. Try not to scream or roll around.
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