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Think about this before you get a pet!!
Do you have time for a pet?
Pets can be as demanding as children so make your decision wisely.
Have you researched the pet that you are interested in?
Some pets need special care, food, bedding, etc.
Be sure you investigate the animal that you are interested in beforehand.
Do you have space for a pet?
Some pets require more space than others as well as possibly needing
a fenced yard to play in.
Do you have the financial stability to own a pet?
Pets need vaccinations and can get sick just like us
be sure you have the financial capability to pay for care in case they do.
Are you willing to make a lifetime commitment to your pet?
Pets are not disposable and depend on you for their care and welfare
just like children.
If you answered yes to all of the above questions you are ready to begin
your search
Visit The Fayette Friends of Animals to find your new companion
Do you have time for a pet?
Pets can be as demanding as children so make your decision wisely.
Have you researched the pet that you are interested in?
Some pets need special care, food, bedding, etc.
Be sure you investigate the animal that you are interested in beforehand.
Do you have space for a pet?
Some pets require more space than others as well as possibly needing
a fenced yard to play in.
Do you have the financial stability to own a pet?
Pets need vaccinations and can get sick just like us
be sure you have the financial capability to pay for care in case they do.
Are you willing to make a lifetime commitment to your pet?
Pets are not disposable and depend on you for their care and welfare
just like children.
If you answered yes to all of the above questions you are ready to begin
your search
Visit The Fayette Friends of Animals to find your new companion
Avoid dog bites
By Chuck Seighman
State Farm® agent
As many as 1 million people each year require medical attention because of
dog attacks. Dog bites represent the No. 1 public health problem of children;
over half of all children are bitten by age 12. “Dog bites can result in serious,
life-threatening injury to the victim and can leave the survivor scarred and
disfigured– canine attacks are a serious issue,” said Dr. Richard Swanson,
president of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). “Fortunately,
they are also a problem that can largely be prevented.”
In addition to the tragedies of death and injury they can cause, canine attacks
can subject dog owners to lawsuits and criminal prosecution for their pet’s
behavior. Insurance companies paid an estimated $1 billion in dog bite liability
claims in a recent year, according to the Insurance Information Institute.
Surprisingly, most victims are bitten by dogs owned by family and friends.
Responsible pet ownership and safe behavior around dogs, however, can
curb this problem.
Tips for dog owners
Here are some tips dog owners can fol-low to reduce the chance of their dog
biting someone:
• Socialize your dog so it feels at ease around people and other animals.
• Don’t put your dog in situations where it may feel threatened or teased.
• Obey leash laws. Don’t let your dog roam free.
• Train your dog to obey basic commands, such as “stay,” “no” and "come."
• Keep your dog healthy with the proper vaccinations. Control parasites.
If you are approached by a dog:
If a dog approaches you, the following
tips may reduce your chances of being attacked:
• Don’t run away
• Stay still until the dog leaves, or back away slowly until the dog is out of sight.
Avoid eye contact. Remain calm.
• If you fall to the ground or are knocked down, curl into a ball, placing your
hands over your head and neck. Protect your face.
For more information, visit State Farm Insurance Companies’ home page or
the AVMA
By Chuck Seighman
State Farm® agent
As many as 1 million people each year require medical attention because of
dog attacks. Dog bites represent the No. 1 public health problem of children;
over half of all children are bitten by age 12. “Dog bites can result in serious,
life-threatening injury to the victim and can leave the survivor scarred and
disfigured– canine attacks are a serious issue,” said Dr. Richard Swanson,
president of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). “Fortunately,
they are also a problem that can largely be prevented.”
In addition to the tragedies of death and injury they can cause, canine attacks
can subject dog owners to lawsuits and criminal prosecution for their pet’s
behavior. Insurance companies paid an estimated $1 billion in dog bite liability
claims in a recent year, according to the Insurance Information Institute.
Surprisingly, most victims are bitten by dogs owned by family and friends.
Responsible pet ownership and safe behavior around dogs, however, can
curb this problem.
Tips for dog owners
Here are some tips dog owners can fol-low to reduce the chance of their dog
biting someone:
• Socialize your dog so it feels at ease around people and other animals.
• Don’t put your dog in situations where it may feel threatened or teased.
• Obey leash laws. Don’t let your dog roam free.
• Train your dog to obey basic commands, such as “stay,” “no” and "come."
• Keep your dog healthy with the proper vaccinations. Control parasites.
If you are approached by a dog:
If a dog approaches you, the following
tips may reduce your chances of being attacked:
• Don’t run away
• Stay still until the dog leaves, or back away slowly until the dog is out of sight.
Avoid eye contact. Remain calm.
• If you fall to the ground or are knocked down, curl into a ball, placing your
hands over your head and neck. Protect your face.
For more information, visit State Farm Insurance Companies’ home page or
the AVMA
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