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13/11/2017 Monsoon season is upon us! The wind is howling, rain is pitter pattering down, and lightning is flashing. This might be a wonderful cooling break from the perpetual scorching sun in Singapore for most of us, but what about our dogs? How can we care for them during the rainy season? Some dogs love playing in the rain and splashing in puddles, while others are not fond of going out into the rain – you can see it on their faces. Some don’t like getting their paws wet, just like that yucky feeling when we step in a puddle of water with our socks on – ugh! Despite that, dogs, especially high energy ones, still require some exercise! Without enough exercise, your dog might start pacing, barking, whining, or even get into mischief. So, let’s look on the bright side, the rainy season provides heaps of opportunities to enjoy indoor activities with your furry best friend! Some fun activities to engage in with your dog including playing some hide and seek, go fetch, tug of war, or running up and down the stairs – but please be careful! Apart from physical exercise, dogs should be mentally stimulated too:
We understand that sometimes we would still like to take our dogs out for walks, especially if it’s just a light drizzle and that’s totally fine. Here are some things that you should take note of:
If the rain simply doesn’t seem to be easing up anytime soon, organize a doggie playdate! We can’t think of anything cuter! Give your furry friends and their humans a ring, and gather together for a cosy meal or head out to a dog-friendly café! Who knows – a rainy day could become the best day for you and your dog! Celine March 1, 2019, 10:40 PM UTC In last year’s brutal winter in Minnesota, Elisabeth Ostrander was watching the local news when someone on screen said they wished they had a place to walk their dog indoors. Ostrander was then the senior marketing manager for the Rosedale Center, a typical suburban shopping mall located in Roseville, about 11 miles north of Minneapolis. “So I thought, ‘Why couldn’t they walk at Rosedale before the mall opens?’” she recalls. The next Monday, she floated the idea past her general manager. By the following Sunday, the mall opened its doors to the Twin Cities’ four-legged friends, inviting them to take a stroll. With just a few posts on social media and a partnership with Sidewalk Dog, a dog-friendly guide to Minnesota, it took off from there.
Looking for places to bring your furry friends for a day of fun? Check out the dog runs located in our parks islandwide. Dog Runs
While dogs are permitted in most of our parks and park connectors, they are not permitted in the following areas due to the presence of the rich biodiversity there:
Dogs are not permitted in the following areas in SBG:
Do refer to this link for more information on the Do's and Don'ts in the parks. Dog WashLooking to give your dog a clean scrub after a day of exercise without messing up your bathroom? Make use of the self-service Dog Wash station located beside the Dog Run area at West Coast Park! The K9000 Dog Wash allows you to shampoo, condition, treat fleas and ticks and dry your dog within 10 minutes. The station can accommodate dogs ranging from a small Chihuahua to a larger breed such as the Great Dane. Other ActivitiesAll Activities Where can I take my dog on a rainy day?If there's one available in your area, an indoor dog park is the ideal place to have fun with your dog on rainy days. Not only do these parks provide a dry place for both of you to unwind, they also tend to provide toys or play equipment for you and your best buddy to use.
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