Taking The Lead is a campaign which aims to reduce the number of dog bite incidents in Merseyside. It promotes responsible dog ownership and safe behaviour from people around dogs by highlighting the practical steps we can all take to keep everyone (including dogs) safe and looked after.

Find out more here

There are some useful videos

Part 1 With Alder Hey Children’s Hospital Plastic Surgeon Christian Duncan

 

Part 2 Dog Behaviour with Prof Carri Westgarth from the University of Liverpool

 

Part 3 Dogs in social situations with Prof Carri Westgarth from the University of Liverpool

 

Part 4 Dog bites with Mark Evans from Royal Mail

 

Part 5 Choosing a Breeder with St Helen’s Council