Dog Talk October, 2000

FALL SAFETY TIPS

The leaves are changing and so are outside activities. Following are some safety tips to keep in mind when exercising your "favorite Pal" outdoors this Fall:

• Wear reflective items. Both you and your dog should be visible at all times. Reflective clothing and/or collars are available in most catalogs.
• Keep up-to-date as to when hunting season begins in your area. Bright orange is appropriate even during the daytime hours in "no hunting" zones.
• Keep your dog on leash in the woods at all times. Hunters are quick to react to movement. You don't want them to mistake your "favorite pal" as a target.
• Wildlife altercations occasionally happen. If the skin is broken, be sure to have your dog examined immediately by a veterinarian.
• Always make sure your dog is up-to-date with his/her vaccinations.

Enjoy the Fall season, it is a great time of year.