Friday, December 20, 2013

Companion Animal Psychology: Can Fatal Dog Attacks Be Prevented?

http://www.companionanimalpsychology.com/2013/12/can-fatal-dog-attacks-be-prevented.html
This research suggests that Breed Specific Legislation does not protect people from dog bite fatalities. At worst, it may even distract people (and financial resources) from the factors that do make a difference: close supervision of children and vulnerable adults, and good animal husbandry practices that involve the dog in family life. Given the prevalence of husbandry-related factors in these incidents, legislations should consider strengthening measures aimed at preventing cruelty and neglect and supporting responsible ownership. - See more at: http://www.companionanimalpsychology.com/2013/12/can-fatal-dog-attacks-be-prevented.html#sthash.928XuoWO.dpuf

---SPSmith

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