Recent changes to banned breed legislation have raised important questions about dog safety. At Bark Smart, we believe no child should ever be left unsupervised with any dog, regardless of breed. With around 80% of incidents involving a familiar or family dog, education, supervision, and understanding canine body language are essential for keeping children, dogs, and communities safe.

Bark Smart delivers dog safety education for SEND pupils at New Focus Education, helping children build confidence and stay safe around dogs.

Bark Smart delivered interactive dog safety workshops at Handforth Grange Primary School in Wilmslow, helping pupils learn safe and respectful behaviour around dogs. Through hands-on sessions and real-life demonstrations, children developed confidence, awareness, and essential skills to prevent dog-related incidents, supporting safer communities across Cheshire and the North West.