Even though the colder weather may be a little off-putting, you’ll still need to walk your dog daily. An enormous national park in England’s northwest, the Lake District, is where you may find the country’s tallest mountains and deepest lakes. The Lake District is the sort of place you can go to any time of year with your dog for a relaxing vacation that will also do your soul some good.
As a dog owner, it’s important to remember that your pet’s safety is the most important thing. Walking your dog at night becomes increasingly difficult. Though the tips are given for autumn dog walks in the dark evenings, and foggy mornings of one of the best seasons of the year, you can use them any time. So, here are some of the top things you should watch out for when you walk your pet:
Wear Something Easily Visible
Your dogs should wear reflective materials, such as collars and jackets. Just as cyclists are recommended to wear high-visibility clothes when cycling, especially at night, your dog should wear some form of reflective material. You will have a better chance of not being injured by passing cyclists and vehicles if you begin walking in the Lake District since your dog will be more visible to passing cars and other vehicles.
Durable and Strong Accessories
It is a piece of advice you should already be putting into practice. Still, now that the weather is colder, certain dogs may be more sensitive to the Lake district’s cold than others, and as a result, they may try to get back inside more quickly after completing autumn dog walks. Because of this, your dog may be able to remove its collar if it does not fit properly or even break a weak leash if they are powerful enough to do so.
Checks on both the collar and the leash you use on your dog to guarantee that you will be able to keep them secure and under control when they are outside.
Make The Route Visible
The Lake District gets dark much quicker as the days get shorter than in the summer. Not only does this make it more challenging to manoeuvre your dog on the street with low lighting, but it also makes it more difficult for you to fulfil your responsibility as a dog owner to pick up after your dog’s waste. It will be easier to keep an eye on your dog if you bring a gadget that emits light with you. The device will allow you to find out what your dog is doing in the dark.
Beware of Autumnal Toxins
It’s unfortunate, but a few fall staples can be harmful to pets, so it’s vital to watch them closely when you take your dog for a stroll. Conkers not only have the potential to obstruct your dog’s airways, but they also contain a toxin known as aesculin, which, if consumed, can cause severe internal harm.
Due to tannic acid, which can cause stomach discomfort and diarrhoea in dogs, acorns are also considered poisonous to canines. In extreme circumstances, ingesting acorns lying around the Lake District might potentially lead to internal bleeding and kidney problems.
Conclusion
You don’t have to spend less time outside in the Lake District with your dog just because it’s fall. It gives your dog a chance to try something new. Following certain tips ensure your pet will have the time of his life running around in the crunchy “new” environment he finds himself in, with lots of leaves to play in.