Car Seat Options for Children

Motor vehicle accidents are one of the leading causes of death among children ages one to 14. Every year, approximately 250,000 children are injured due to traffic accidents, according to the National Center for Statistics and Analysis (NCSA). Out of this estimate, about 2,000 die because of injuries.

Many drivers and supervising adults fail to fasten their children with much-needed equipment to ensure their safety while travelling. To prevent the possibility of a life-threatening injury or death of child passengers, it is important for drivers and supervising adults to select a safety car seat or any restraint system for them.

A car restraint system is based on the child’s age and size. When choosing one, it should fit inside the vehicle and must be used all the time. Adults must always refer to the instructions indicated on the chosen car seat or restraint; paying attention on how to install it and checking the height and weight limits. More importantly, adults must always keep the child in the back seat up until he or she is at least 12-years-old.

Here are some child safety seats that can be purchased depending on the child’s age and weight:

Dont's in Dealing with Dogs

 

Animal attacks, compared to vehicle crashes, occur less frequently. Nonetheless, when they do happen, the victim usually suffers grave injuries that leave him or her with ugly scars.

There are many ways to prevent being attacked by animals, especially dogs. To add to the knowledge of individuals in avoiding aggressive dog behavior, consider the following:

Do not approach a sick or injured dog. Like humans, dogs do not feel well when they are sick or injured. Hence, humans should never abruptly come near an ill dog because chances are high that the latter will exhibit aggressive behavior. The dog may misinterpret human’s intention to cuddle and care for it. 

Do not get inside the dog’s territory. Dogs are territorial animals; hence, humans should be extremely cautious when   going inside the home of someone who has dogs that roam freely. Moreover, dogs are likely to protect their “pack”, or those that they consider as part of their family. It may be a fellow dog, another animal, or human.

Do not intervene in a dogfight. Getting in the middle of fighting dogs is a very bad decision some unsuspecting people make. Many owners were seriously injured in the past while trying to restrain their pets involved in a dog brawl.

Do not snatch the dog’s water or food while it’s eating. Hungry or thirsty dogs have greater possibility to bite, which is why humans should never interrupt dogs while eating.

Do not play too much with a dog – Dogs become more aggressive when they exert a lot of effort even though playing. Their uncontrollable energy may result in biting.