Dog Walkers: BEAWARE of these Points or Be Fined

Dog Walkers: BEAWARE of these Points or Get Ready for Fines

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With the recent rise in inconsiderate pet parenting and dog bite cases, many regions are enforcing strict dog walking rules

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1. All dogs should be leashed when taken to public settings, such as parks, malls, shops, etc

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2. The dog should always be within 10 meters of distance from the walker when outside

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3. It is the handler's responsibility to ensure that the dog does not ward off of its trail or goes into "No Pet Allowed" zones

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4. The handler should pick up after their canine and always have a pack of waste bags handy

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5. The owner/dog walker will be responsible solely if the canine gets loose or attacks another dog or person when on a walk

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6. Hyperactive or highly reactive dogs should be always muzzled, short-leashed, and the handler should have a stick in case anything bad happens

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7. The canine should be microchipped and wear a tag consisting of the owner's accurate information

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In case any of these regulations are not followed through, depending upon the area you reside in, the fines and other repercussions can vary greatly

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