Answers to Dog Bite Quiz

1. True
Stand still and let the dog sniff you. Do not stare at the dog or turn your back and run. If the dog is barking or growling, slowly walk away, backwards or sideways, keeping the dog in view.

2. False
"Let sleeping dogs lie." Even a friendly dog that is unexpectedly disturbed may feel threatened and bite, perhaps by mistake.

3. True
Sterilizing a dog reduces its aggressive tendencies significantly. In a US survey of over 200 fatal dog attacks, all but two cases involved unneutered or unspayed dogs.

4. False
Discourage all biting, even play biting. It could lead to problems later.

5. False
Children under nine are the most common victims because they lack judgement or don't recognize the dog's warning signs, and are more likely to act in a way the dog considers threatening.