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Dogs Need Help Overcoming the Effects of the Past Year of Social Isolation, Added Stress
April 14, 2021
DULUTH, Minn. – This week, April 11-17, is National Dog Bite Prevention Week, and this year there are more reasons than ever to learn about preventing dog bites.
From high-profile “nipping incidents” in the news, to the realization that there may be millions of dogs and puppies in new homes since the beginning of the pandemic.
Over the past thirteen months, increased household stress, isolation and lack of socialization have been hard on everyone, but they can have an especially detrimental effect on our dogs.
Wet Nose Wednesday (4-14-21): Sunbathing Queen, Bella Marie
Photo: Humane Society of West Michigan
This sweet hippo baby can take a little bit of time to warm up to new people, but once you win her over, she will love you forever! She s a laid-back girl who loves to nap in the sun, hang out with her people, and watch the world go by through the window. Once she s well-rested, she also likes to run and chase squirrels and would LOVE a big, fenced-in backyard! Bella Marie can be cautious and shy in new situations, so a quiet, routine home is exactly what she needs. Her ideal home will be one where she can be the center of attention as the only dog, with adults who can love and cherish her! Would you like to enjoy the sunshine with this snuggle pup?
Dog-bite claims soared as coronavirus lockdown began
April 11-18 is Dog Bite Prevention Week
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For the third year in a row, Florida was ranked No. 2 in the nation for dog bites claims, according to the Insurance Information Institute. (Photo provided by State Farm)
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – State Farm reported its highest month for the number and amount paid for dog bite claims was last March at the start of the COVID-19 lockdown. The insurer and the Insurance Information Institute report the bites were not limited to people affected by the COVID pandemic.
Experts believe pets may have picked up on their owners’ stress and anxiety.