Labrador Retriever Dogs

Never approach a strange dog, especially one who is tied up or confined behind a fence or in a car.

Don’t pet a dog, even your own, without letting him or her see and sniff you first.

Never turn your back to a dog and run away.  A dog’s natural instinct is to chase and catch fleeing prey.

Do not disturb a dog while he is sleeping, eating, chewing on a toy or caring for puppies.

Be cautious around strange dogs.  Always assume that a dog who doesn’t know you may see you as an intruder or as a threat.

If you think a dog may attack, you should:

Never scream and run.  Remain motionless, hands at your sides, and avoid eye contact with the dog.

If the dog does attack, “feed” him or her your jacket, purse, or anything that you can put between yourself and the dog.

If you fall or are knocked to the ground, curl into a ball with your hands over your ears and remain motionless.  Try not to scream or roll around.