As you’re out and about this summer, you’ll likely see more dogs and their owners out as well.  

 

In order to minimize the chance of being on the receiving end of a dog bite, you should be aware of why a dog might bite in the first place. 

 

Veterinarian Dr. Ingrid Sproll has some of those reasons here.

 

“Some dogs are biting because they are trying to protect something, an object like a toy, a person like their owner or even their owner’s property. Other dogs may bite if they are frightened, some get over excited during playtime or even if they start to chase a person, it can activate their prey drive. Finally a dog can bite if they are hurt, injured or in pain.”

 

Research shows that over half-a-million dog bites occur in Canada every year.  

 

For more on dog bite prevention, listen to Thompson Today at 12:40 and 5:10 this afternoon.