Question

How do keep my child from getting germs from our dog?

Answer 1

• Teach your child to respect the dog. If the dog gets upset and nips or bites, germs in his saliva can cause a potentially serious skin infection.
• Dry dog foods, dog treats, and the water bowl can carry germs. Put them where your child can't reach.
• Don't feed the dog in the kitchen.
• Be sure your toddler doesn't grab the dog's toys and put them in his mouth.
• Get the dog his own bed.
• Don't let your dog lick your child's face or skin
• Teach your child to wash his hands after petting the dog.