One of the best ways to avoid a dog bite is simply to know when there is an elevated risk and seek to take yourself out of that situation. Many bites occur because people don’t see the warning signs fast enough. This is why children are especially at risk, as they may think they’re just petting a friendly dog when they’re really agitating a nervous dog.
A few tips that can help you avoid these situations include:
Unfortunately, even using these tips won’t help you avoid all dog bites. If you are injured in an animal attack, you could need extensive medical care, and it’s important to know if you can seek compensation from the dog’s owner.