Royal Show TipsRoyal Show Tips
16 Aug 2007
The Royal Show starts in only a few short weeks - the time of year when thousands of people from the city and country converge into the Unley Council area to enjoy the rides, showbags, pavilions and each night the 9pm fireworks.
Fireworks are a delightful event for show goers and those with great vantage points to enjoy the night spectacular, but for your dog they can be scary. Dogs don't understand the loud noises and often dogs are found several kilometres away injured trying to get away.
If you are planning to leave your dog at home during the show period here are a couple of tips that you can employ to help your family pet cope a little better.
TIPS
- Take your dog for a long walk beforehand – let them stretch their legs, have a run around and come back happy but tired!
- Ensure that your dog is in a secure environment, either your house or the shed.
- Your dog should be left with plenty of chew toys, their favourite bedding and toys.
- Cover your windows so your pet can’t see the fireworks. A simple newspaper covering, sheet or towel.
- Play some soft music in the background or your dogs favourite music.
- And remember to act as normal as possible – if your dog senses you are a little nervous they will pick that up.
- Ensure your dog is wearing its collar and is registered.
- Keep emergency pet numbers at hand, including:
Your Local Council -
Your Local Vet -
Animal Welfare League – 8268 4188
RSPCA Adelaide – 8231 6931 (After Hours Emergency: 8231 2120)
RSPCA Lonsdale – 8382 0888
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- Teach your child to interact appropriately with dogs and not to 'play-fight' or play 'tug-of-war' games with them. Dogs can get overexcited or frightened if there is a lot of noise. So put your dog out of the way when children are playing loud games and running around.
- Teach your dog to sit before you allow visitors to stroke it. Allowing it to jump up on people may frighten or annoy them, and children may feel very intimidated by the dog’s behaviour.
- If you see a dog with its owner,always ask the owner for permission to pat the dog. Allow the dog to sniff the back of your hand first. If it is happy to be patted, it will sniff your hand and move towards you. You can then stroke the dog under its chin.
- Take your dog to puppy pre-school or dog obedience school. It is very important for dogs, in particular puppies, to be socialised with other dogs and people. Remember - if your dog is trained and issued with a training certificate, you will receive a rebate on your dog registration fee.
- Dogs can be scared by sudden disturbances. Scared dogs may bite. Always call the dog first so that you do not surprise it. Do not go near any dog when it is eating its meal or chewing a bone, especially if you do not know the dog. If you approach, the dog may bite to defend its food.
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