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Hi kids!
Welcome
to the
WA Rangers Association
Children's Page
2008
We hope you will enjoy visiting this, your own page regularly. We will be adding lots of activities and information for kids during 2005. Also we hope to give you lots and lots of information on how to look after your pet and the laws about pets.
Did you know your dog must be on a lead in all public places except "Dog Exercise Areas".
Do you think some kids look like their pets?
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If you are out walking your dog, you must clean up after them! This helps prevent disease. |
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What's up Dog? Hi girls and boys, Bugs Bunny here. Sometimes dogs bark a lot and no one knows why. Your dog may have a problem and it is wrong to let your dog become a nuisance by constantly barking. If you or your parents want to know more or need help, click below. Remember also your local ranger or vet may be able to help you.
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At what age must your dog be registered at your local council?
ANSWER = 3
months.
A Pet Is For Life ! Along with pet ownership, comes serious responsibilities.
Before getting a pet, ask yourself: |
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Why do I want to have a pet, is it because some of my school friends have pets? What kind of pet should I get and from where shall I get it? Does the pet I want have to be licenced and how much does that cost? What does it eat and can we really afford to take care of it for life? Do I or my parents have the money to pay for medical expenses should my pet become ill? Does my daily routine allow enough time for me to devote to a pet's care and exercise? How do my family feel and will it be a nuisance?
NEVER BUY A PET ON IMPULSE ! NEVER GIVE A PET AS AN UNEXPECTED GIFT ! NEVER OFFER A PET AS A PRIZE ! |
| DOG BITE PREVENTION TIPS
Never approach
an unfamiliar dog
Make sure an adult is with you when a dog is around.
Stay away from a dog when he is eating, sleeping or
caring for puppies.
Never stare a dog in the eyes, he might see this as a
threat.
Never tease a dog, play rough, take a toy/bone or make
him angry.
Never pat a strange dog.
If
an adult says it is ok to pat a dog, let him see you
and smell the back of your hand. After he has smelt you, pat him
where he can see your hand. Never pat a dog on the top
of his head first as this might scare him.
Use firm commands with a dog you think might
hurt you, like "Go home", "sit", "No". If you think a dog is going to bite you, try to climb somewhere high - like up a tree or on a car. If you have nowhere to climb, lie face down curled up in a ball on the ground. Cover your head and neck with your arms and remain still. Never try to outrun a dog.
Report
any stray dog or one that has bitten you to your parents or teacher so they can contact
the Ranger.
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