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On this subject, I would like to take you through the problems that can arise when children and dogs meet.

The first thing that you MUST consider is to train your dog, as a well trained dog is far easier to control in any situation.

First is the age of the children.

1 Babies - cry

2 Toddlers - clumsy

3 5 to 7 yr olds - excitement

4 11 to teenage - tormenting

Sudden bites on children are not common, generally. When a bite / nip has occured, the parent has often not seen what caused the dog to bite / nip. Many dogs have lost their lives as parents don't stop to think........

The dog had probably been tormented on a regular basis over a period of time and this happens time and time again......

Luckily as children grow we teach them how to treat their pets and most children do not torment their pets.

I CAN NOT STRESS ENOUGH WATCH YOUR CHILDREN AND THEIR FRIENDS AT ALL TIMES.

But for the few that do persistently torment their pets, it can become cruelty as the pet is constantly a source of amusement, until the pet defends itself and then the torment can really begin.

As a responsible dog owner, it is your duty to make sure your dog is treated with respect at all times by all members of the family.

Children can have the most amazing fun with their dog, but they must abide by guide lines as to what is fun and what would be considered torment.

YOU AS THE PARENT ARE RESPONSIBLE