Articles tagged with 'Dog attacks'
What is the RSPCA’s view on breed-specific legislation?
Breed specific legislation (BSL) consists of legal restrictions on the importation, sale, keeping and rehoming of certain types of dogs (‘restricted breeds’), irrespective of their actual behaviour.
My dog is being aggressive, what should I do?
Aggression is defined as a threat, challenge or attack that is directed towards one or more individuals. Signs of aggression may be visual (changes in body posture, piloerection – hair raises up) and auditory (growling, barking) and may involve the use of teeth and occasionally claws.
How do I communicate with my dog?
Body language is one of a dog’s main forms of communication, so it’s really important that we learn how to understand them. Many people know that if a dog’s ears are flat against their head, it means they’re not comfortable or happy.
Will my newborn baby be safe around my dog?
Never leave your baby and dog together unsupervised! Many dogs adjust well to the arrival of a newborn. Nevertheless, preparation and precautions are essential. The information below is general and should be tailored to suit the individual dog and specific circumstances.
What are the options to improve wild koala welfare?
Koalas are an iconic Australian species, known to attract thousands of tourists every year. Koalas living in the wild suffer a range of negative impacts due primarily to habitat loss, climate change, vehicle collision, and dog attacks. Consequences include pain, injury, fear, stress, incapacitation, starvation, and death.
How do human activities impact koalas?
The koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) is an iconic Australian species primarily found in eucalypt forests along the eastern and southeastern coasts of Australia. Despite their uniqueness and popularity, koalas face numerous threats to their survival, primarily due to human activities.