Dog Safety Information & Resources

Helping children understand how to interact safely with dogs is an important part of growing up around pets.

Below are some trusted organisations, helpful guides and educational resources that explain dog safety for families and schools.

Trusted Organisations

Pet Education Partnership Educational resources from leading UK animal charities that help children learn how to behave safely around dogs.

Child Accident Prevention Trust Provides guidance on preventing dog bite incidents and keeping children safe around animals.

Dog Training Advice A collection of guides covering dog behaviour, safety advice and responsible dog ownership.

These videos help explain dog safety in a simple and engaging way for families and children.

Further Reading

The Science Dog – by Linda P. Case An excellent resource exploring dog behaviour and the science behind how dogs think, learn and interact with humans.

Learning Through Stories

The Buddy & Friends books were created to help children understand dogs through fun stories and colourful illustrations. By learning how dogs behave and what they need, children can build safe and positive friendships with their furry companions.