Field Usage Guidelines

Can I use the dog field with my XL Bully or other restricted breeds?

We believe that all dogs need the freedom to be able to roam freely in a secure environment to elevate stress and anxiety for both their mental and physical well-being.

Therefore, if you have a restricted breed and can comply with the following:

• Your dog is listed on the Index of Exempted Dogs (IED)
• You are complying with current Government legislation
• Confirm to comply with Harlings terms and conditions*
• Agree to email proof of your IED & Insurance paperwork before first attendance* (*You will only need to do this once for each restricted dog).

Then YES, you can book and enjoy the field.

Handler-to-Dog Ratio:

If the household has more than 1 dog on the restricted breeds register, they can come to the field together as long as there is a minimum ratio of 1 handler to 2 dogs. If there are additional dogs living within the same household, they can be permitted at the same time, but will require an additional handler i.e., 2 dogs = 1 handler, 3-4 dogs = 2 handlers.

Muzzle and Parking Protocol:

Handlers must keep their dogs securely in their car and muzzled until they are parked inside the field boundaries, and ensured the field gate is secured firmly and bolted. When the handler is satisfied the field is secure, muzzles and leads can be removed including the XL Bully/restricted breed. If you have booked the field with people/dogs from different households, any XL Bully or restricted breed will need to remain muzzled and on a lead at all times with their 1:1 handler.

Field Sharing:

Shared use of the field with other dogs is permissible if they are from the same household and subject to the points in item 1 and 2. If you are mixing dogs from different households, this is only permitted if the dogs are acquainted, amicable, and devoid of aggression history. When mixing households, any XL Bully or restricted breed must remain muzzled and on a lead at all times.

Registration and Paperwork:

Registration of the dog(s) must be held on the Index of Exempted Dogs (IED) and evidence of this emailed to info@harlings.co.uk prior to your visit.

Insurance Obligation:

Valid public liability insurance must be held for the restricted dog(s) emailed to info@harlings.co.uk prior to your visit. You will only need to do this once for each restricted dog.

Neutering and Microchipping:

Dog(s) on the restricted breeds register have to be neutered and microchipped in line with Government rules.

Secure Gates:

Ensure the gate is securely closed and you have bolted the gate inside so no one else will be able to open it whilst you are using the field. The gate must not be unbolted and opened under any circumstances until all restricted dogs have been muzzled and secured back in the car.

General Terms and Conditions:

Comply with all our usual terms and conditions when using the field.