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I guess it is a common perception that the vast majority of dogs are safe, reliable companions. But even a friendly dog may bite if threatened, angry, afraid or hurt - and hence it is our responsibility to teach Chloe to treat all dogs with the greatest respect. I am a firm believer that the friendship of a dog can do wonders for children's emotional and physical health. My family always had dogs while I was growing up - and I believe it is the same for Clare as well.

I am always worried when Chloe puts her face too close to Jovious’ mouth. I recall reading somewhere that the face is the most common site of serious dog bite injuries - and it actually happened to someone I know who had his nose bitten by his girlfriend's dog. Like it or not, a dog that is too excited or nervous can sometimes bite by mistake. It is therefore of paramount importance that children be taught not to tease, yell at, or chase dogs - habits which we're still trying very hard to instill in Chloe till this day......... but as you can see from the photos below, no matter how hard we try, Chloe is still getting on Jovious' nerves !!!!