Regulations Dogs

Question 1

Muzzles on Dogs

Answer 1

1. Right size and fit for each dog
2. Doesnt allow cuts, swellings or abrasions
3. Allow dog to open mouth for normal breathing, panting, drinking and vomiting

Question 2

Dry and Shaded Shelter

Answer 2

Must have access to appropriate shelter
Check on dog regularly
Access shelter at any time that is clean, dry, shaded and ventilated but not draughty- protect from extremes of heat and cold
Big enough to stand, turn, lie in natural position
Constant access to water
Faeces and urine dont accumulate

Question 3

Dogs left in Vehicles

Answer 3

Should not seek shade or excessively pant, drool or hyperventilate

Question 4

Dogs on moving vehicles

Answer 4

Secure in cage or crate
Tie up safely
Leash must
- allow stand and lie in natural position
- prevent legs over side of vehicle

Question 5

Collars and Tethers

Answer 5

Collars
- Right size and fit
- Allow normal breathing panting and drinking
- Not tight or heavy to cause skin abrasions, cuts or swelling
- Not loose to cause injury- e.g. leg caught in collar
Tethers
- Appropriate length and material to allow normal breathing, panting and drinking
- Doesnt let dog get caught up on nearby objects and injured