If you are talking about a freshly killed animal in hunting, then a dead animal should be approached as if it were still alive -- because it just might be. A dying animal can be far more vicious than a healthy animal. An animal that is definitely dead (ie is decomposing) should be left alone. They are breeding grounds for disease.
false: a opossum goes stiff when approached. It also leaves a dead smell although it isn't truly dead. it is still conscious. :)
When approaching a downed animal that appears to be dead, one should wait a short distance away from the animal and see if the eyes blink.
If they have 34 teeth. Your animal is near dead. Should it have 66 - it needs to be dead.
why a fire should never be approached unless it is safe to do so
If someone is throwing dead fish in your yard, it means that whoever did it should be charged with illegal dumping of a dead animal. The police should be called.
If it is a wild animal or rodent you should call the Animal Control Center to come get it. Do not touch it. If it is a pet you can remove it and bury it or call a vet about animal disposal.
why sould a fire never be approached unless it is safe to do so
You should not touch any dead wild animal that you find, because it may have died of something contagious.
because it can have a something on the dead animal skin
No, there is no reason to attack a dead animal. They will eat a dead animal though.
It is dependent on the animal. For example you wouldn't want to eat a poisonous snake. It also depends on how long it has been dead, as long as it is well cooked so that the microorganisms that break down dead material die it should be edible.
One should try to avoid animal attacks by not antagonizing animals. If attacked, one should call 911 and staunch any bleeding after escaping from the animal by running (snakes) or playing dead (in the case of a bear).