When the Holiday Chaos Turns Your Gentle Pup Into a Biter

With the holidays quickly approaching, it’s important to note that the chaos of the season can affect your pets as much as it does you.  Increased activity, new faces, loud noises, and lack of routine, especially when you are hosting family and friend gatherings, can adversely affect your dog’s behavior, causing even the most mild-tempered pup to act out.

Dogs react when they are stressed and/or provoked, even when the provocation is accidental. The worst-case scenario would be your usually friendly pooch biting an unsuspecting guest. As pet-owner and host, you have a double responsibility: controlling your dog and protecting your guests. To understand exactly what your liabilities are, read “Dog Bite Law in New Jersey.”