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MONROVIA, Calif. (May 5, 2008) – Each year, over five million Americans suffer from injuries caused by dog bites, resulting in losses over $1 billion annually. World Wide Pet Industry Association, Inc.® (WWPIA), the oldest non-profit organization promoting responsible pet care, announces tips to keep people safe from dog bites in recognition of Dog Bite Prevention Week May 18-24.
“With summer approaching, more people will be spending time outdoors with their dogs. It is important for the community to know how to properly interact with dogs and for pet owners to understand their responsibilities in public,” said Doug Poindexter, president, WWPIA. “World Wide Pet Industry Association, Inc. is dedicated to teaching responsible pet ownership, and we hope these tips will prove educational for both dog owners and general consumers,” Poindexter said.
Following are WWPIA-recommended precautionary measures to help prevent dog bites:...
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