DHEC gives helpful tips on how to avoid dog bites

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)– According to DHEC, the second full week in April is recognized each year as dog-bite prevention week.

According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, most dog bites are preventable and yet more than 4.5 million people are bitten each year.

DHEC has some helpful tips on how to avoid dog bites.

Those include always using a leash in public, never leaving a child and a dog unattended and always ask an owner’s permission before approaching.