The Yellow Dog Project!

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Having a reactive rescue dog myself who is currently undergoing rehabilitation, I think this is a fantastic idea - the issue is getting it known! :)

The principle is the same as using a red ribbon in a horses' tail to warn of a kicker - a yellow ribbon on a dogs lead means that dog needs space for one reason or another.

If it made even one person put their dog back on lead when they saw Roxy and give her the space she needs, it will be a great help.

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K x
 
Call me old fashioned but if I'm out and about with my crew and encounter someone with a dog on leash, that's my cue to get my free ranging gang back to me, under control and/or on a leash (depending on their level of training!)

Normally, a dog on a leash in a park is on that leash for a REASON! It doesn't take an EINSTEIN to suss that does it?? Hey, maybe it does. Not getting at you, just at a large percentage of Joe Public that should make anyone think of having to develop such a scheme.

In all sincerity, good luck. :)
 
Yes, you would think that a dog on a lead in a park might be a clue.....but the number of people who allow their free running dogs to bound up to the Speeshul bedlington never ceases to amaze me, even when I call out and try to explain.
 
Definitely gunner, I 100% agree - if you spot a muzzled on lead German Shepherd in a normally quiet walking area at an odd time, with her owner trying to bribe with big chunks of cheese which said dog is ignoring, shaking and trying to bark...you'd think people would 'click' and put their dogs back on lead - but I generally get "oh shes okay, dont' worry!" as other dog runs up to try and play.... :rolleyes: :o

Now, I understand that a yellow ribbon may not be anymore of a warning to these plebs, but definitely worth a try :)

K x
 
gunnergundog said:
Call me old fashioned but if I'm out and about with my crew and encounter someone with a dog on leash, that's my cue to get my free ranging gang back to me, under control and/or on a leash (depending on their level of training!)

Normally, a dog on a leash in a park is on that leash for a REASON! It doesn't take an EINSTEIN to suss that does it?? Hey, maybe it does. Not getting at you, just at a large percentage of Joe Public that should make anyone think of having to develop such a scheme.

In all sincerity, good luck. :)
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You would think so wouldn't you? Sadly as it turns out many dog owners have never encountered a dog with issues, and generally just think the owner of the dog on the lead is being mean :confused:......... hence a mate of mine designed this website
http://www.dogsinneedofspace.co.uk/

However you still get the "it's ok mines friendly" or "he only wants to play" or even "just let him off and he'll be fine" brigade who even if you beat them over the head with a seriously aggressive dog still would not get that a bit of space and their dog under total control is all that is necessary! :rolleyes:
 
lexiedhb said:
You would think so wouldn't you? Sadly as it turns out many dog owners have never encountered a dog with issues, and generally just think the owner of the dog on the lead is being mean :confused:......... hence a mate of mine designed this website
http://www.dogsinneedofspace.co.uk/

However you still get the "it's ok mines friendly" or "he only wants to play" or even "just let him off and he'll be fine" brigade who even if you beat them over the head with a seriously aggressive dog still would not get that a bit of space and their dog under total control is all that is necessary! :rolleyes:
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God, I get this all the time, even with Zak pinned to the ground by a short lead so he can't kill the 'he's just friendly/wants to play' bouncing lunatic! :(
 
Ahh yes DINOS :) that's a fab idea too...I definitely live with a DINOS! The US tshirts are fabulous ideas "Keep back..my dog needs space" - but maybe even that's too subtle for some of the plonkers I've met!!

perhaps we should pool all these ideas and see if we can get through to the plebs that way!
My Golden is "bombproof" (I know that you can never guarantee, but she is friendly, obedient (if a little deaf in her old age!) and most of all, disinterested in most other dogs and people) yet I will always call her back to me and make her sit by my side until the dogs/people have passed - that way I can concentrate on keeping Roxy happy (ish) and quiet (ish) as well as reducing the risk of any incidents between the other dogs and Misty.
It's just common sense....sadly most people seem to lack.
K x
 
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God, I get this all the time, even with Zak pinned to the ground by a short lead so he can't kill the 'he's just friendly/wants to play' bouncing lunatic! :(
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Pain in the ass isnt it? even with my big Staff X making he Spesh noise people seem to adopt the "I shall walk wherever i so please- usually within inches of Dexie's nose..........
 
I have to agree with others..good in theory but I have had many less subtle clues ignored - like the lead, the muzzle, the stopping, turning around, walking the other way, even the "can you put your dog on lead please?" (which wasn't just ignored, but actually responded to with a huge rant about how I was the cause of all my dog's problems and that I just needed to let this woman's 4 off-lead dogs bowl over to us because that would help my dog far more than me controlling her interactions with strange dogs...right. And then when I realised she wasn't going to do a thing about her dogs I steamed off as quickly as I could only for her to chase me down calling me names!)
The problem is, this kind of thing will be circulated around 'doggy circles' by those who see the sense in it, but these people are likely to be the ones who had the common sense prior to that to realise dogs may be on-lead for a reason, and the oblivious owners will still remain oblivious regardless of any system invented to try to make life easier.
 
lexiedhb said:
You would think so wouldn't you? Sadly as it turns out many dog owners have never encountered a dog with issues, and generally just think the owner of the dog on the lead is being mean :confused:......... hence a mate of mine designed this website
http://www.dogsinneedofspace.co.uk/

However you still get the "it's ok mines friendly" or "he only wants to play" or even "just let him off and he'll be fine" brigade who even if you beat them over the head with a seriously aggressive dog still would not get that a bit of space and their dog under total control is all that is necessary! :rolleyes:
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Oh yes, don't you just love 'em?? Done the 'please could you call your dogs away?' to get a torrent of abuse as to I shouldn't have that breed of dog (Staffy x). Erm, she has a shoulder injury and is not allowed to run around, as she does somersaults at the end of her lead :mad:
 
I like the idea and have shared it on fb many times, in order for it to work I think maybe approach dog food manufacturers and get them to take up the idea and put on their dog food packets,tins, sacks etc.That way it would reach the very people who dont attend training classes etc, I cant say everyone would take heed but it might start to have an impact.
 
I would suggest putting the posters on doggy bins, but the sort of people who need to know don't use the bins and either leave their dogs **** or pick it and tie the bags to trees:rolleyes:.............................so guess that won't help get the word out.................
 
That's a great idea actually...I think I'll message the dog food manufacturers this afternoon with the poster and see what they think.
I'll also take a few to the pet shops in my area and put some up at the farm - I can't see people having a problem with it, I'm not advertising any products etc.

I always think a muzzle is the best way to say "STAY AWAY" but I've even had kids running up to Roxy :( the sad thing is, she is on a lead, muzzled but if they stuck their fingers through the muzzle, I'd still be liable.

I'm willing to try anything to get people to give me space to work with her!! (on the plus side, she IS making progress....our behaviourist is fantastic!! :))
K x
 
Are you involved in the original project? Just be aware of possible copyright issues if you send the poster to be used by companies without permission from the artist/creator.
 
krlyr said:
Are you involved in the original project? Just be aware of possible copyright issues if you send the poster to be used by companies without permission from the artist/creator.
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No I'm not -the original site encourages people to share the poster and the idea, would I still have to contact them re: contacting feed companies etc? On their facebook says it states the poster is free to anyone wanting to spread the message :)
K x
 
I dont like muzzles. My fear is what if a dog were to approach off lead that was a bit quirky. If a dog fight started the muzzled dog would have no defence. I know its probably a bit of an irrational fear lol but it worries me all the same. Guess im lucky my moody bitch only warns off approaching dogs and doesnt actually try and eat them ;-)
 
vieshot said:
I dont like muzzles. My fear is what if a dog were to approach off lead that was a bit quirky. If a dog fight started the muzzled dog would have no defence. I know its probably a bit of an irrational fear lol but it worries me all the same. Guess im lucky my moody bitch only warns off approaching dogs and doesnt actually try and eat them ;-)
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It is something I have thought about tbh :o but I'm more than likely to come across a dog/kid/adult that will push their luck with my girl and I know if she's wearing a muzzle I'm doing all I can to protect both my dog and their fingers/hands etc! :) The problem is, while I don't "think" she would bite, it is only a think...no guarantees I guess.
K x
 
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