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What: |
Dog Bite Prevention Training |
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Who: |
U.S. Postal Service and Fresno Academy Dog Training |
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When: |
May 20 to May 24 |
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Where: |
Parking Lot at Post Offices Listed Below |
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Locations: |
Monday – 5/20/13 Tuesday – 5/21/13 Wednesday – 5/22/13 |
Thursday – 5/23/13 Friday – 5/24/13 |
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Background: |
The training is being provided as part of national Dog Bite Prevention Week. Dog attacks are a nationwide issue and not just a postal problem. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),half of all children will be bitten by the time they turn 12. Nearly 5,900 letter carriers were attacked last year, but that pales in comparison to the 4.7 million Americans annually bitten by dogs – more than half of whom are children. Jo Amenda, professional dog trainer of Academy Dog Training (Fresno), will demonstrate dog behavior and provide valuable tips and techniques to avoid dog attacks. |
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