Behavioural expert warns of 'impending avalanche' of dog bites

Nanci Creedon, of Creedon's college in Cork, last week called for a mandatory theory test for potential dog owners to make sure they are educated about how they should look after their animals. File picture

A canine behavioural expert has warned of an “impending avalanche” of dog bites and issues in Ireland.

Nanci Creedon, of Creedon's college in Cork, said the sheer amount of dog owners in addition to a lack of understanding of dog behaviour and how dogs learn will lead to an increase in dog bites and other issues.