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Which dog should you leave alone, according to the AVMA?

A dog that is sleeping, eating, or caring for puppies.

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  1. A dog on a leash
  2. A dog sleeping or eating ✔
  3. A dog wagging its tail

Why: Never disturb a dog that is caring for puppies, sleeping, or eating. A startled or protective dog may snap.

Huh, didn't know that: The AVMA says hundreds of thousands of US dog bite victims seek medical attention each year.

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References

Answer: A dog sleeping or eating. Never disturb a dog that is caring for puppies, sleeping, or eating. A startled or protective dog may snap.

  1. AVMA, Dog Bite Prevention www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/dog-bite-prevention
    Never disturb a dog that's caring for puppies, sleeping, or eating.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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