A–Z Glossary

Heat stress

Illness caused or worsened by excessive heat exposure, which can make children or dogs overheated and unwell.

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Hot showers vs hot baths safety

Hot showers vs hot baths safety

Why the two experiences are not the same Hot showers and hot baths both expose you to heat, but they do so in different ways. A shower delivers water over the body and usually allows faster escape and cooling. A bath surrounds much more of the body with warm water, so heat transfer continues more […]

Taking baby outside safely

Taking baby outside safely

When can a baby go outside? For a healthy term newborn who is medically stable, going outdoors does not usually need to wait until a particular age. A quiet walk, time in a shaded garden, or a short necessary appointment may be reasonable soon after birth. The first outing can be brief and close to […]

Safe training practices kids sports

Safe training practices kids sports

Build training around the child, not only the sport Children are not simply smaller adults. Their musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, thermoregulatory, and cognitive systems are still developing, and growth can temporarily alter coordination, flexibility, strength, and balance. Training should therefore reflect developmental readiness rather than an adult performance model or a fixed expectation based solely on chronological […]

Sports safety rules children

Sports safety rules children

Start with age-appropriate preparation Before a child begins a new sport or season, discuss participation with the child’s healthcare professional when appropriate. A preparticipation physical evaluation can help identify relevant medical history, previous injuries, exercise-related symptoms, medication needs, and conditions that may require an individualized safety plan. The goal is not to exclude children unnecessarily; […]

Safety planning for children who walk a dog alone

Safety planning for children who walk a dog alone

Start with a readiness assessment There is no single age at which every child can safely walk a dog alone. Readiness is better judged by observable skills. The child should be able to follow several instructions in sequence, stay focused without a phone or other distraction, recognize unsafe situations, and ask for help without feeling […]