Space Safari – Information for Dog Owners
The welfare of your dog is important to us. By attending any of our events you agree to the following Welfare Guidelines and Terms and Conditions.
Physical Health and Mental Wellbeing
Collars and leads:
Please bring your dog on a short lead and collar and/or harness. All dogs should wear an ID tag. Dogs should be kept under control and by your side at all times. Due to their adverse nature, shock, choke, prong or spray collars are not permitted. We reserve the right to remove any show goers from the event who are seen to be using such equipment or who do not have their dog under full control.
Training methods:
We support and advocate for kind, force free, and positive reinforcement based training methods. Please ensure you adhere to this on site. We reserve the right to remove any show goers from the event who are seen to be using adverse training methods.
Costumes:
Many dogs do not enjoy wearing outfits and costumes and these can inhibit movement and your dog being able to express natural behaviours. Please refrain from dressing your dog up for the event other than in their usual collar, harness, lead and rain/winter coat if required due to weather conditions.
Supervision:
Do not leave dogs unattended, including in cars. Dogs can quickly overheat in cars, even in cooler weather. Your dog is your sole responsibility for the duration of the event and should not be left unattended at any time.
Water:
We will have water stations available in the Dog Arena Area, however we advise that you also bring your own to ensure your dog’s needs are met whilst at the event.
Socialisation:
We ask that you consider your dog’s social capabilities and preferences. If your dog finds the environment of a large event worrying or stressful, then please arrange for them to be cared for at home, by a trusted family member or friend, or with a trusted boarder that suits their individual needs.
Physical Capabilities:
We ask that you consider your dog’s physical capabilities. Older dogs, young puppies, and dogs who are physically impaired or those who have medical conditions, may struggle to attend the event. We ask that you consider if the event is suitable and manageable for them as an individual. You are welcome to carry your dog in a sling or in a pushchair style carrier if you have one and feel your dog would be most comfortable in this.
Behaviour issues:
Please do not bring your dog to the event if they are suffering from a behaviour issue that may affect them or other dogs or people in attendance. This includes fear and anxiety based behaviours such as reactivity to other dogs, people, noise, or moving objects. This is not only stressful for your dog but can also pose a risk to other show goers and their dogs.
Changes in behaviour:
Should your dog’s behaviour negatively change whilst at the event, or should they become distressed at any time, we ask that you please leave the event to avoid any stress, anxiety or injuries occurring to your dog or those around you.
Dogs in season:
Being in season can affect both the behaviour of your dog and also the behaviour of dogs around you. Dogs in season are not permitted at the event for these reasons.
Vaccinations:
Please ensure that your dog is up to date with their vaccinations before attending the event.
Age restrictions:
Dogs must be at least six months of age to attend the event. If they are younger than six months old then please arrange for them to be cared for at home, by a trusted family member or friend, or with a trusted boarder that suits their individual needs.
Travelling by car:
We ask that you consider your dog’s safety when travelling to the event with your dog, including by car. The Highway Code requires all owners to suitably restrain their dog to prevent distractions and injury during sudden stops. We ask that you suitably secure your dog when travelling to and from the event.
Guidance on banned breeds
Banned breeds of dog are permitted at the event as long as current legislation is followed, this includes the use of a muzzle and ensuring your dog is controlled and secured at all times. Please have a copy of your Certificate of Exemption and details of their third party liability insurance to hand in case it is necessary for this to be checked.
Owner Responsibility Terms and Conditions
By attending the event you agree to the following:
To monitor your dog’s behaviour at all times and take appropriate action, including leaving the event if necessary, should your dog display any behaviours that indicates that their wellbeing has been impacted.
To monitor your dog’s behaviour at all times and take appropriate action, including leaving the event if necessary, should your dog display any behaviours that pose a risk to the wellbeing of other people or dogs in attendance.
To not attend with a dog that you know may become reactive or a risk to other people or dogs at the event.
To not attend with a dog that you know may become stressed, anxious or fearful at the event.
To take full responsibility for your dog’s physical wellness, capabilities and overall health at all times during the event. This includes during ‘Have a Go’ activities for your dog. You agree that activities that you participate in are done so at your own risk.
To keep your dog under control and on lead at all times whilst at the event.
The only exception to this is if you are directly asked to remove your dog’s lead by a member of staff such as during ‘Have a Go’ activities.
To pick up any dog poo or other mess associated with your dog and dispose of this responsibly.
To take responsibility for any loss, damage, claims, costs, or injuries suffered by either yourself, your dog, or to other show goers and their dogs, as a result of your dog’s behaviour whilst at the event.
To take responsibility for contacting your registered veterinarian, or a local veterinarian to the event, in the event that your dog becomes unwell during the event.
Vets Now – Park View Vet Hospital North Hykeham, Lincoln
Tel: 01522 262582