Study of dog control strategies.
Natasha Duncan-SutherlandMareta HuntMoses AlatiniMichael ShepherdBridget KoolPublished in: Injury prevention : journal of the International Society for Child and Adolescent Injury Prevention (2022)
Regional inequity in DBIs could not be explained by differences in the registered dog population or dog control strategies. Minimal and inequitable resourcing exists to implement current dog control strategies and provide owner-directed education. Gaps in legislation include environmental barrier requirements for all dogs (leash/muzzle use, adequate fencing), notification of incidents and child protection. Partnership with the Indigenous community (Māori) and other community groups will be required to implement these measures successfully.