What can landlords do to reduce risk of lawuit when renting to tenants with dogs?

I have some prospective tenants who have dogs, one of which is a Pitt bull. Even though these particular dogs may be gentle, the fear is that if they get out and injure someone, I, as the property owner could be held responsible.

I am wondering if the following options are wise and if there are other options I am unaware of:

Increased liability insurance.
Have tenant sign a document stating that they alone are responsible for their dogs.

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