In addition to Labradors, people also often attack German shepherd, Staffordshire bull Terriers and a border collie.
Most claims for compensation for personal injuries after animal attacks in the UK were submitted for Labradors.
This was stated by British scientists, who decided to determine the breed of dogs, which often attack people.
The study was conducted by the experts of Animal Friends, which is engaged in the insurance of animals.
The results showed that Labradors who are the best friends of children who were the sworn enemies of postal workers — nearly one third of the incidents have involved couriers and postal employees. Male Labradors bite more often women.
Just in 2015 Royal mail recorded 2.6 thousand cases of attacks on their employees.
A specialist in animal psychology Roger Mugford this explains the fact that dogs attack those who come to the house of strangers, perceiving them as a threat to their “pack” — family.
And in the summer, attack increase by 10%, when children and Pets spend a lot of time in the garden.
Mallard advises postmen to make friends with the local dogs and “bribe” them with treats. In his opinion, the dog is good at remembering people and will not bite someone who’s nice to them.
At the same time, it is noted that the most common consequences of attacks, amputation of fingers, scarring and shock.
In addition to Labradors, people also often attack German shepherd, Staffordshire bull Terriers and a border collie.
