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Dog bites are a major public health problem and can result in horrific injuries, long term health issues, psychological distress, and death. Between 2004-2014 in New Zealand, 4958 people were hospitalised due to dog bites. Besides the burden on the health system, the cost to the county is estimated at $3.29 million per year. Data from the New Zealand Ministry of Health indicates that children u...