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An owner of a mild-mannered, well-behaved dog might find it hard to believe that their dog could actually bite someone \u2013 and yet it happens all the time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are many things that can unexpectedly scare or upset a dog<\/a>, leading them to react uncharacteristically aggressive or defensive. As a result, we recommend that every dog owner have a grasp on dog bite prevention, just in case it\u2019s necessary someday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Inside Their Mind<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The signs of aggression are pretty obvious in dogs. Baring the teeth, snarling or growling, rigidity, snapping, and lunging are the markers that few could argue with. But sometimes, dog bites occur without these warning signs.
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That is not to say that dog bites happen when you least expect them to, however. Dogs that are being chased, yanked, or coarsely handled are very likely to react<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Likewise, if meals or naps are interrupted, or when a perceived threat encroaches on their territory, dogs may bite. A mother protecting her puppies may be triggered, and dogs that are in pain typically snap at hands trying to touch them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Can Owners Do?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of the most proactive approaches to dog bite prevention includes early exposure to obedience training<\/a> and socialization opportunities.
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