S Horse Sense Give Wildlife A Brake (NAPS)—You can save an animal’s life...and your own peace-of- mind. Collisions between automo- biles and deer accountfor over one million accidents each year. The Humane Society of the United States urges drivers to avoid collisions with deer and other animals by following thesetips: Scan the edgesof the road for wildlife about to cross. Slow down when traveling where animals are most likely to cross, especially in wooded and brushy areas, stream valleys and areas where two habitat types meet. Maintain a safe following distance. e Expect to see more animals at dawn and dusk, the most active times for many wild animals and rush hourfor drivers. Lower your dashboardlights slightly to enable you to better see the reflection of your headlights in the eyes of any animal near the road. e Deer can’t read crossing signs. Use caution atall times. If you see one animal, expect moreto follow. For a free brochure and bumpersticker, call The HSUSat (202) 452-1100, or send your name and address to Give Wildlife a Brake!, The HSUS, 2100 L St., NW,Washington, D.C. 20037.
