Be safe
around a strange dog

1.   Fold your branches (hands)
2.   Watch your roots grow (feet)
3.   Count in your head until the dog goes away or help comes

Be safe
around dogs you know

Dogs don't like hugs and kisses - scratch the side of his neck instead
Play safe games - fetch, teach tricks, hide and seek - no tug or chasing games
Ask an adult to play too!
Respect the dog's resting place, toys, food and bones

LOOK AND THINK

A safe dog is ...

On a leash with a person you know
Sitting calmly
Wagging, panting and looking happy to see you

A dangerous dog is ...

Running loose
Growling, showing his teeth or raising his fur on his back
Looking worried with his mouth closed and a half moon of white showing in his eye
Warning you to stay away by raising his tail high over his back
Holding his tail between his legs, wagging his tail between his legs or wagging his tail slowly and way up in the air

The above information was compiled by Doggone Safe.  Visit their website for more information on their dog bite prevention programme