Why do dogs attack children?

It’s no coincidence that half of all victims who get bitten in the face are children. Children are roughly the same height as dogs and their erratic, excitable movements can lead a dog to believe the child is either prey or a threat. The best way to prevent your child from being bitten is to teach him or her the rules for behaving around dogs and other pets. In the Dog Bite Resources section, we’ve included several links that will provide you with the information you and your family need to help prevent dog bites.