Dog Bite Prevention Safety Pledge Champaign County Humane Society

1. I will not stare into a dog's eyes.

2. I will not tease dogs behind fences.

3. I will not go near dogs chained up in yards.

4. I will not touch a dog I see loose outside.

5. I will tell an adult immediately if I see a loose dog.

6. I will not run and scream if a loose dog comes near me.

7. I will stand very still and be very quiet if a dog comes near me.

8. I will not touch or play with a dog while he or she is eating.

9. I will not touch a dog when he or she is sleeping.

10. I will only pet a dog if I have received permission from the dog's owner.

11. I will ask for permission from the dog by letting him or her sniff my closed hand.