To prevent upsetting, or even tragic situations resulting from active children encountering strange dogs, teach these rules about how to behave around dogs. Dogs don't like to be teased. Stay away from dogs that are chained or are in fenced yards. Do not shout, run around or stick hands at dogs through fences or open car windows. Never approach a strange dog.
Dogs are possessive about their yard or territory and certain other things.
Do not grab things like food, balls or other pet toys from a dog. Never stick your hand into a dog fight. Find an adult to help. Know what an angry dog looks like. If a dog looks this way, slowly walk away sideways.