Topic > The Benefits of Having a Pet Dog - 1669

You need to understand that dogs don't always bite without a reason. Often children do not know the boundaries between themselves and the dog. As a result, the child may touch the dog too violently, to the point where he thinks he is being threatened or provoked. In Wilson's study on “Prevention of Dog Bites” it is stated that many of these dog bites result from improper handling of the dog by children (76). It must therefore be understood that the dog responded only out of fear or because he felt threatened (76). Not all dogs react aggressively, however there is a possibility that they will. As a result, parents need to do a good job explaining to their children how to properly play and touch the dog. On the other hand, not only do children need to know how to behave properly with the dog, but dogs also need to be properly trained. There are options such as dog obedience classes, engaging a professional dog trainer, or simply educating yourself before adopting a dog and knowing how to handle and train it properly. The last option is the least expensive option, which it generally is