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    Outdoor exercisers like runners and cyclists can encounter dogs. How you react to a dog determines your safety and whether you need emergency medical care.

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    • Sports Medicine
    • Animal Behavior
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Athletes exercising outdoors, including runners and cyclists, are at risk of negative encounters with dogs.
    • These interactions range from playful to aggressive, posing potential safety hazards.

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