Walking your dog

Walking and outdoor activities with your dog.

Shooting season safety
A readers asks about the legality of walking with his dog close to a country estate where pheasant shoots take place.
Walking your dog
Stay safe when walking your dog
Most of the time, walking your dog is an enjoyable way of spending time together, but there’s also plenty of potential…
Walking your dog
Keep your dog calm and stress-free when meeting other dogs.
Not all dogs feel comfortable meeting other dogs. Trainer and behaviour adviser Sarah Whiffen advises on how to manage…
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My dog gets aggressive before a walk
A reader asks for advice on calming her young Yorkshire Terrier when going for a walk. Your Dog expert Tony Cruse offers…
Walking your dog
What is the best policy when picking up poo?
A reader wonders what is the best policy from an environmental aspect of poo picking.
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Do you struggle to get your dog to walk nicely on the lead?
Walking to heel or loose lead walking doesn’t come naturally to dogs. Being restrained on a lead, and asked to walk at a…
Walking your dog
Are half-check collars OK for dogs?
How are they fitted and how do they work?
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Should I use a collar or a harness?
Are you looking for new dog walking equipment and are deciding between a collar or a harness? Here's our advice on which…
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Am I breaking any laws if my dog chases rabbits?
Do you walk your dog in a field full of wildlife, such as rabbits, and are worried you could be breaking the law if your…
Walking your dog