Booking, Dogs, Hunting

Bringing Your Dog to the Property: Guidelines and Recommendations

Introduction

Bringing your dog along when visiting a property can be a wonderful experience, but it’s essential to ensure the safety and well-being of all parties involved. This guide provides important information regarding dogs on our property, including rules, expectations, and recommendations. Please read through this article carefully to ensure a smooth and enjoyable visit for you, your dog, and the livestock.

Checking Property Permissions

Before planning to bring your dog, please review the property’s general description to determine if dogs are allowed. Some properties may require dogs, while others may not permit them. Please refer to the property’s guidelines to confirm if dogs are allowed during your visit.

Dog Details

When planning to bring your dog, please consider the following details:

  1. Are you planning to bring any dogs with you?
  2. How many dogs will be accompanying you?
  3. Please specify the purpose of your dog (e.g., deer indicating, pig hunting, retrieval, pet, etc.). If your dog’s purpose is not mentioned in the property’s guidelines, please reach out to the landowner for further clarification.

Worming Protocol (Mandatory)

To ensure the health and well-being of the animals on our property, it is mandatory to regularly worm your dog with a product containing Praziquantel. This medication plays a vital role in preventing certain conditions in livestock, such as sheep measles.

To comply with our worming protocol, please ensure that your dog is wormed with a product containing Praziquantel either 42 hours before the arrival date or within 30 days prior to the departure date of your booking. This timeframe ensures that your dog is adequately protected during their visit.

For more detailed information on sheep measles and the recommended worming protocol, please visit https://www.sheepmeasles.co.nz/.

Vaccination Protocol (Some Properties Require)

While not mandatory for all properties, we highly recommend ensuring that your dog(s) have up-to-date vaccinations to protect their health and the health of other animals on the property. During your visit, we kindly request that you carry proof of vaccination for your dog(s) as some Landowners may ask to see it. Vaccinations help prevent the spread of diseases and contribute to a safe and healthy environment.

Dogs on Farm Rules

To maintain a harmonious environment for everyone, including the livestock, we have established the following guidelines for dogs on the property:

  1. Stock Proof Dogs: Dogs should be “stock proof,” meaning they should not chase or “eye” livestock, causing them distress. It is crucial to keep your dog under control at all times to prevent any harm or stress to the animals.

  2. Close Proximity to Owner: Dogs should remain in close proximity to their owners throughout their visit. However, we understand that dogs may occasionally follow a scent. During these instances, please ensure that your dog does not engage with livestock and remains under your control.

Conclusion

Bringing your dog to the property can enhance your visit, but it’s important to adhere to the rules and recommendations outlined in this article. By doing so, you contribute to the safety and well-being of the livestock, other visitors, and your dog. Should you have any further questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We look forward to welcoming you and your furry companion to our property!