child safety around dogs

Children and dogs can make excellent companions and both can enjoy and benefit from interacting with each other. However, it is important that the safety and well-being of both children and dogs is always the priority.
Dogs don't think, understand or communicate in the same way we do and miscommunication and misunderstandings between dogs and humans can result in accidents and distress for dogs.
Below you will find some tips and guidance to help families who have children and dogs and also for parents who do not own a dog but would like to ensure that their child understands how to behave around dogs when out and about.
Young children often learn more effectively through in person sessions where they can watch, interact and ask questions. We offer fun workshops where children can learn lots about dogs and keeping safe. Click the link to find out more.
Dogs don't think, understand or communicate in the same way we do and miscommunication and misunderstandings between dogs and humans can result in accidents and distress for dogs.
Below you will find some tips and guidance to help families who have children and dogs and also for parents who do not own a dog but would like to ensure that their child understands how to behave around dogs when out and about.
Young children often learn more effectively through in person sessions where they can watch, interact and ask questions. We offer fun workshops where children can learn lots about dogs and keeping safe. Click the link to find out more.