Festivals With Your Dog

25 Jun Festivals With Your Dog

CONSIDER FIRST

• Will your dog enjoy the outing
• Does your dog have the training and temperament for a busy environment
• Is your dog comfortable around children, strollers, loud sounds and crowds.
• Your dog should be so well behaved people don’t even notice they are there.
• Check the weather and make sure it’s not too hot or too cold for your dog.

WHAT TO BRING

• Treats
• Booties
• Poop bags
• Water/Dish
• Short Leash
• Identification Tags
• Shade if needed
• Stroller for small dogs

Proper Etiquette

• You are responsible for WATCHING your dog at all times, do not turn your back on your dog
• Be AWARE of who is approaching your dog at all times.
• No meet and greets with random dogs, it’s not playtime. This is not the dog park.
• Watch for children, strollers, bikes, etc., things that move fast.
• Carry high-value treats and be ready to train your dog.
• If your dog may not be ready, go early or late, or stay around the edges of an event.
• Don’t let your dog potty anywhere, especially not ON things. If your dog does potty – Clean it up!
• Don’t let your dog greet people or jump on people.
• Do not let your dog bark or be disruptive in any way.
• Keep your dog under control & close by
• Do not turn your back on your dog
• Do not use a retractable leash.
• Use a short leash, and keep your dog within one foot of you at all times.
• Keep your dog away from food, people that are eating, etc.
• If your dog seems anxious or uncomfortable, you should remove him from the situation.
• Little dogs should be carried or ride in a stroller/wagon – it is not safe to be underfoot.

Provided by www.dzk9training.com