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A Small Guide

I am a dog owner myself and know the joy of walks with our four-legged friends. At the same time, we should respect the work of farmers and nature. Here are some important pieces of information that help avoid misunderstandings.

Lately, it's increasingly common to see farmers protecting their fields with temporary, movable fences. They want to prevent grass or clover fields from being entered or trampled. This development shows that consideration has become more difficult in some situations. Often it's small things that happen thoughtlessly – such as when dogs play or train in these areas, or when freshly planted areas are entered and young shoots are damaged. That's exactly why it's important to engage in conversation with each other and become aware of how valuable mutual respect is for farmers, dog owners and nature. This page is meant to help create understanding for each other.

Why a fence is electrically charged

Even without animals in the pasture, fences can be charged because entire farms are networked together. Switching off is often not possible – so it's better to keep your distance.

Dog near an electric fence

Why dog waste cannot always be completely removed

With bags, almost everything can be removed cleanly. With diarrhea, sometimes something remains – the important thing is to remove it as well as possible anyway.

Why dog waste bags should not be temporarily stored

Leaving a bag by the wayside and picking it up later – this only works if it's actually collected. If you forget it, both waste and plastic remain. A conversation with the farmer often creates understanding.

Dog waste by the wayside

Why dog waste can make animals sick

Dog waste can contain parasites that are dangerous for cattle, e.g. Neospora caninum, which causes miscarriages. That's why picking it up is so important.

Why dogs should not bathe in wells

Cows no longer like to drink water from wells when dogs have bathed in them. Hair and contamination make it unappetizing for the animals.

Why dogs don't belong in cow pastures

Cows can react aggressively – especially with calves. This is life-threatening for dogs. So please always leash and keep away.

Avoiding conflicts

Arguments and complaints don't help. An open conversation with the farmer almost always leads to mutual understanding.