February 23, 2021
Dog Walking Etiquette 101
Simple guidelines for when you want to walk your dog and get some fresh air!
DO:
- Teach a good recall. If your dog does not come back to you after playing fetch, do not take him off the lead! Rather have a long lead until they have enough practice to roam freely without trouble.
- Let your dog greet politely. Approach others, human or pet, slowly and ask the owner if it is okay.
- Always take a bag with you to clean up after your dog!
- Take a fresh bottle of water and some treats for your dog.
- For your own safety, take a pepper spray along for your walks.
- Lastly, follow the rules! They are there for a reason. If a sign says ‘no dogs off the lead,’ obey.
DON’T:
- Never let your dog chase children, people or other dogs.
- don’t let him jump up on strangers.
- Don’t let him rush towards other dogs.
- Never allow your dog to dig up plants or kill small animals.
- If your dog likes to chase children, cars or cyclists, don’t take him off the lead.
Extracted from Animal Talk, Dog Etiquette 101, April 2015.