Texas- The Plano Police Department is reminding everyone to practice gun safety after a recent accident the police department said someone had their pistol tucked inside their waistband while picking up their dog the dog's paw got lodged in the trigger firing the gun through the person's thigh the police department says to make sure the holster is secure to protect the trigger from random discharges Store your gun in a safe or locked area so the device doesn't get in the wrong hands You should always assume a weapon is loaded and treat it that way Keep your finger off the trigger until the weapon is ready to be fired Accidents can be avoided by practicing gun safety.