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the transition From nature to the
hustle anD Bustle oF the City

y their nature and purpose, dogs and guidance, you can make it much
are not meant for living in cities, easier both for yourself and your dog to
Bwith all our urban rules and cultural find common ground in the city.
manners. Therefore, we, as their owners,
are responsible and obliged to teach If you got an adult dog, you should see
them what we expect from them. how familiar it is with life in the city.
Proper socialization, which involves
the exposure to various stimuli and the
adaptation to city life association of these stimuli with positive,
If you have a puppy that has just come to not threatening, experiences, still doesn’t
mean that the dog will be delighted with
your home, you should start introducing it the city and its noisy atmosphere.
to all possible types of vehicles, crowds,
noise, objects, lawnmowers, fountains, Crowds, other dogs, voices, traffic noise,
trams, elevators and the like. What is fountains, fireworks, thunder and even
normal and ordinary for you, may not be beach sand are something that dogs have
so for your dog. Dogs also have issues to learn to accept as part of their regular
with things such as blenders or vacuum environment. This is why we need to train
cleaners. It takes some time for them to our dogs – in an adequate and systematic
get used to these things and understand manner!
that they pose no danger to them. By
gradually and regularly exposing your Coffee or lunch with your pooch
dog to the stimuli of the city life, and
perhaps by seeking professional support In order to take your pooch out with you
for coffee or lunch, you must teach it
how to behave in bars and restaurants. If
you are just getting your dog used to it,
the first step is to choose an appropriate
space.

Catering facilities should be pet-friendly
and have plenty of space. It is also
preferable that it is not crowded with
people and other dogs. Always choose
tables along the edges, or somewhere in
the corner, and avoid the aisles, so as not
to disturb other guests (their dogs) and
waiters. Your pooch must be on the leash
at all times, and in order to make its stay
as comfortable as possible, you can bring
its mat (blanket, towel) and some toy that
would occupy its attention.
Also, always carry with you a bowl and

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