In light of the many incidents of death and injury caused to young children by dogs, even those not previously considered a danger, I can't help but wonder WHY anyone would. The latest seems to involve a six day old baby in west Wales.
Don't get me wrong, I love animals. I grew up with cats and had a pet dog myself when I was in secondary school. But the nicest of dogs can 'turn' it seems and the results are a lot worse than when a cat gets a bit upset.
Clearly in the majority of cases the affected families weren't deliberately neglectful but why take the risk?
I'm prepared for lots of responses from dog owners....!!!
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to wonder why anyone with young children would have a dog as a pet or on their home?
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needtobediscreet · 18/02/2014 14:24
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