Ashford Pet Care

Dogs Under One Year Procedure

To comply with the Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities involving Animals) Regulations 2018, we have policies and procedures in place for dogs under one year. We work with them to support their development needs and welfare and document our process.

Action Procedure
Accommodation in appropriate area Away from other dogs in a quiet, secure area to allow sleep and rest.
Regular interaction with staff Extra interaction and play with staff and more attendance to play, toileting and resting needs.
Teach interaction with people Introduce to to visitors, delivery and postal workers, neighbours and other dog walkers.
Teach interaction with other dogs Introduce to other dogs boarding at establishment, other dogs on walks and neighbour’s dogs.
Teach interaction with other species (if appropriate) Introduction to horses and observation of cattle, sheep and wild animals while on walks.
Support habituation to normal daily occurrences in their environment like: noise, objects, activities Slow introduction to household equipment such as vacuum cleaner, mops, washing machine, tumble dryer, hosepipe and brooms as well as toys and agility equipment.