Top 7 Tips For Walking Your Dog In Autumn

We are happy to say hello to Autumn, where you can wrap up in knitted layers and pull on your Fall boots to take your dogs on Sunday strolls across green fields, over vibrant leafy paths, and in crisp misty mornings. However, with fewer daylight hours, and the unfortunate reality that you work 9-5, you will more often than not be walking your dog in the dark before or after work. We are here to give you the top tips on walking your dog in the autumnal months to ensure you and your dog stay safe.

• Invest in a glow in the dark collar or vest for your dog - The Regal Pet Boutique offers many products that will ensure that your dog will stay safe whilst walking in the dark
• Carry a flashlight torch with you - This simple tool will allow you to ensure you are walking on an even surface by avoiding potholes etc.
• Reflective tape - To make sure that oncoming vehicles can see you and your dog, add reflective strips of tape onto your clothing, dog lead, and dog garments so you are fully visible.
• Walk against traffic- This is so that there is a higher chance you see oncoming traffic and increases the odds of them seeing you.
• Always carry a phone- Make sure it's fully charged so that you are ensuring you and your dog have the highest safety if anything were to happen.
• Have a tighter leash - When it's dark it is important to have your dog on a shorter lead so that they don't wander off as much.
• Autumn is an important time of year for farmers- As there is a lot of livestock around it is essential to keep your dog on a lead when walking around countryside fields just in case your dogs get spooked.