If your dog bites anyone, you can be held liable for your dog’s
actions, under the law. You can work towards reducing
the likelihood of your dog biting unwary people by
doing the following:
Socialize and train your dog early in life so that he
doesn’t have a chance to turn aggressive.
Stop your dog from running loose out of the house.
Instead, give him a fenced yard and have him on a leash
when he goes out running or when you take him for a
walk. Don’t let young children walk dogs they cannot
control.
If any children you meet take a shine to your dog, see
that they approach your dog carefully, if only to protect
your dog.
Select your dog on the basis of his parents’ behavior
and if he is non-aggressive.
To reduce your dog’s aggression, sterilize him.
Don’t leave your baby or very little babies without a
sitter in the company of a dog.
Teach your children never to hug a dog, as they
cannot tolerate such behavior. Instead, teach them to be
considerate towards their dogs and not tease, chase and
yell at them.
