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Welcome to the Original Austin Dog Friendly list.  The mission of Keep Austin Dog Friendly is to maintain a healthy relationship between the dog community and local Austin businessLocal business have given us the privilege of bringing our pets with us so that our pets may socialize.  Please Keep Austin Dog Friendly by following some general guidelines.  By surfing this website, you agree to Keep Austin Dog Friendly. 

 

General Dog Etiquette:
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Keep in mind that it is a privilege to bring our pets to these businesses.  If the businesses cannot accommodate you and your dog because they are busy, please be understanding and gracious.  If you and your pet is asked to leave due to behavioral issues, please do so in a gracious manner.

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Only bring well-behaved, human and dog friendly pets.  Please seek professional training to address those issues before taking your dog out.  Aggressive dogs have been one reason businesses have changed their policies. Do NOT bring aggressive dogs out in publicSee our supporters page for training recommendationsCanine Good Citizen Testing is also a good idea for all dogs. 

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Keep your dog under control, always on leash per city ordinance.  Do not allow your dog to go wherever he pleases.  Do not allow your dog to pull you around. If your dog is not under control, please seek training prior to taking your dog out. Do not allow your dog to bark incessantly.  See our supporters page for training recommendations

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While you may allow your dog to eat human food, don't allow your dog to eat other people's food. 

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Makes sure your dog is reasonably clean.  No one wants to have lunch next to a stinky dog.  Nor does anyone want fleas. 

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Make sure your dogs are up to date on shots.  Carry your rabies certificate in the car.

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Please only allow your dog to only potty away from the main areas, and please clean up any accidents. 

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Not everyone loves dogs (yes, I know).  Respect those people's wishes.  Please do not allow your dog to approach people without their permission. 

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Not everyone has common sense or decency.  People will yank on your dog, sit on your dog, feed your dog things they shouldn't eat, and hurt your dogs in other ways. Don't be afraid to correct those people's behavior for the sake of your dog

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Do not allow your dog to socialize or play with other dog unless it is safe.  Do not allow your dogs to romp and play when it is crowded. Someone may get side swiped.  Do not allow your dog to approach other dogs without the owner's permission.

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Please follow these guidelines with visiting dog parksSupport City Code 337 and Bull Creek Clean up.  Keep our parks clean.

 

Links to dog etiquette blogs:

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Fun Stuff for Dogs

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Dog Etiquette

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Good Dog Manners

 

Items to bring when socializing in public:

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Poop clean up bags

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Baby wipes

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Water and bowl for your dog

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Rabies Certificate

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Hand Towel (if you have a drooly one)

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Treats

 

Copyright ©2002-2009 Jennie Chen, M. S.  All images, content, and articles are copyrighted.  Unauthorized use is strictly Prohibited.  DO NOT copy and paste information from my website.  Legal action will be taken.  I'm already aware that an Austin monthly magazine has printed this list twice (2004 and 2006).  I'm also very aware that another website has copied and pasted this site in order to generate google adsense profit.  This site also went so far as to pasting my personal commentary and information about my personal dogs onto his site.  I have spent countless hours since 2002 keeping this list updated and with new features for the sake of responsible dog owners who would like to enjoy what Austin has to offer with their beloved pets.  This list is NOT to be used to generate revenue, increase business, advertise puppies, or to sell magazines.  This list may be reproduced for personal use only.  Note: Dogs are my hobby.  I have nothing to personally gain from working on this site aside from Keeping Austin Dog Friendly. 

 

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