31/10/2026
keeping you & your dog safe at night 🌉
1) bright lights on your dogs collar/harness 🚨
having a bright light on your dogs collar/harness means they are visible to yourself and other individuals. opt for a light by Tags Ltd or a lit up collar, or even like hunter has a light up harness.
2) High vis yourself and your dog 🦺
down dark paths and roads make sure other road users can see you in their light, not all car or road users can see your lights that are facing towards you, make yourself as visible as you can!
3) 🔦 Torch time
head torches are crucial for seeing where your dog 💩 or if anything that is left about that could be dangerous. Petzel is an amazing brand to use! it also means you can see cats, dogs or other animals when the light projects their eyes 👀
4) be extra vigilant
even the most well behaved dogs will be more spooked in the evening, heavy lights, sudden noises and low visibility will mean less tolerance and your dog will be more likely to react. Stick to well lit walkways or places you know well and watch your dogs body language
5) keep your dog on lead or longline 🐕🦺
I personally don't think dogs should be off lead during nighttime. You can't see what is around and it's very common for cats, badgers, hedgehogs, deer and other animals to be more active at night. You can't see where your dog goes and what is around. Its better to be safe than sorry!.
6) Keep warm and dry 🌧️☔
as the night draws in the nights get colder! ensure you and your dog are wrapped up warm and wash off any paws especially when frost sets in. Pups are more likely to pick it up when the salt spreaders are out and they can be toxic if ingested!
Any tips ive forgotten, comment below 👇
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