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[quote=Anonymous]Our previous dog was a sweetheart and never growled at anyone but did snap and make contact with our 3 year old one time when he got too rough.  It happened really fast, and I'm still not totally sure why.  I had my back turned in the kitchen.  It was when the dog was getting old and maybe not feeling great, but there wasn't anything apparently wrong.  Anyway, just a note that you never know so take precautions.

I agree that you should probably supervise better when they are outside with the dog and/or bring the dog inside while they are out alone.

If this does happen, you take the objects away and possibly keep them away forever -- i.e. "no more brooms or balls in the backyard, period, if you can't handle it."

I would also make it clear to them how the dog feels when this happens -- explain how scary it must be and encourage them to look at the dog's body language and pay attention to what means "I like this" and what means "stop" (wagging, panting vs. tail down, ears down, etc.).  This can be a good lesson.

Finally, I would suggest that they should come over and "check on the dog" after this happens.  We don't really do forced apologies in my family, but if you do, this is a time for one to the dog.  I ask my kids to come over and pet the dog gently with a reminder of how we treat animals (when the dog is no longer scared, obviously -- not when it feels cornered).  Perhaps they should also be required to do something with the dog -- feed the dog, help with walks, give treats, etc. -- for treating the dog badly.[/quote]

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