living in harmony

Pooches make delightful companions, but they are also one of the pets that gets the most complaints. While we love our furkids, it does not excuse inconsiderate behaviour. There are certainly many ways one can be a considerate and responsible pet owner.

One pet peeve of non-dog owner: Paw-rents who walk their pooches using extremely long leashes. These owners usually lack control of their canines and may potentially risk tripping passers-by. According to renowned American author and vet Dr Karen Becker, the recommended length for a leash is 2.7m. This length allows plenty of room for freedom of movement while being short enough for the handler to have complete control. Dr Becker advises paw-rents to avoid using retractable leashes, as this allows Fido to get far enough away from you