Etiquette for Enjoying Local Events and Fairs with Your Dog
Summertime is filled with opportunities to bond with your dog. Regardless of where you live, you’ll find an abundance of local events, fairs, and festivals that are dog-friendly.
It takes planning and coordination, but enjoying outdoor fairs and local activities with your canine companion is entirely possible and can be tons of fun! Let’s find out how.
How to Enjoy Local Dog-Friendly Events
This time of year, there are many indoor and outdoor events to enjoy with your dog. Whether he’s socialized or still practicing, these events are a great way to get your dog accustomed to being around people in new environments.
Here’s how you can prepare and make sure the activity is enjoyable for you, your dog, and the people around you.
Ease Into It
When you arrive at the event, let your dog feel out the atmosphere and gauge how he’s feeling. Once they seem relaxed and happy with their tail wagging, that’s your sign to enter the event and explore. If they’re giving off stressed or anxious energy, it’s best to take your time on the outskirts of the fair or festival and ease them in. However, if your dog seems very anxious, it’s best not to push an uncomfortable situation and head back home to their safe space.
Keep Them Leashed
Regardless of how relaxed and friendly your dog is, be sure to keep them leashed at all times when out in public around other people to have full control of the situation. Always follow leash laws and ensure you do your part to make other attendees comfortable around your dog.
Be Aware of Weather
Summertime temperatures can jump quickly, so be prepared with fresh water for your dog to stay hydrated. If the event is outdoors or in the afternoon, pay close attention to your dog’s behavior and make sure they’re getting enough to drink.
Other Tips to Enjoy Dog-Friendly Events
Local dog-friendly fairs are great opportunities to practice taking your dog out in public if they’re skittish or nervous in crowds. Don’t push them out of their comfort zone more than what they’re comfortable with. Head home before the event is close to being over so you can dodge the chaos of busy parking lots and large crowds.
Enjoy Local Events & Activities with Your Dog Stress-Free
With proper planning and training, you’ll be enjoying social activities with your dog in no time. Get Joy’s Calm+ Supplement can help support relaxation in new situations or anytime your dog needs a little bit of extra calm.
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