Losing a pet may be one of the most heartbreaking and anxiety-producing situations anyone will ever experience. Dogs, cats and other household pets slip out of their homes and away from their owners every day even in the most loving and pet-centric homes. Lost pets rely on the help of humans to find their way home. If you find a stray dog, heres what you need to follow: # First, consider the safety of the dog and of yourself. A frightened and possibly sick or injured dog may behave unpredictably. A sudden move may spook him, causing him to bolt into traffic or even attack you. # If the dog looks or acts threatening in any way, or if for any reason you feel uneasy about the situation, stay away from him or her and notify local animal control authorities. # If the dog appears approachable, remember to use caution and common sense. If you are lucky enough to get close enough to capture him or her, you still stand the risk of being bitten. Even a small dog can inflict a painful wound, and if a dog whose vaccination status is unknown bites you, you will be advised to undergo expensive and painful preventative treatment for rabies. # Approaching a dog - When approaching the dog, speak calmly and reassuringly to him. Make sure he can see you at all times as you approach, and perhaps entice him to come to you by offering a morsel of food. # Once youve managed to approach and capture the dog, the best care you can give it is to attempt to return it to its owner.
Posted on: Thu, 21 Nov 2013 02:55:58 +0000
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