Protecting Yourself from Dog Bites

Test your knowledge on dog bite prevention by taking this true or false quiz.

1. Dog bites are the number one health problem for children.
a) True
b) False

2. Most dog bites are from dogs the child already knows.
a) True
b) False

3. The most frequent dog bite victims are girls.
a) True
b) False

4. Children between the ages of 3 and 6 are the most frequent victims of dog bites.
a) True
b) False

5. Most dog bites are provoked when someone tries to harm the animal.
a) True
b) False

6. Studies show biting dogs are usually large to medium sized dogs that weigh more than 50 pounds.
a) True
b) False

7. Only large dogs, like Pit Bulls and Rottweilers, are prone to biting.
a) True
b) False

8. You should always ask a pet owner's permission to pet their dog.
a) True
b) False

9. If you encounter a dog that is growling at you and that looks like he might bite, you should run away fast.
a) True
b) False

10. If you see a friendly stray dog, you should not approach it and go tell an adult.
a) True
b) False

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