15/09/2026
๐พ A little reminder about keeping your dogs safe & legal ๐พ
Iโve noticed recently that quite a few dogs are arriving at the salon wearing a collar without an ID tag, so I wanted to pop up a little reminder ๐ค
Under the Control of Dogs Order 1992, when your dog is in a public place, their collar (or harness) must carry the name and address of the owner, either on the collar itself or on a tag/plate attached to it.
๐ Ownerโs name + address = required
๐ Telephone number = not legally required, but highly recommended
๐พ Microchipping does NOT replace the requirement for an ID tag.
Iโve also seen dogs arrive wearing a collar but with their lead attached only to a harness - while the collar has no ID tag at all. In that situation, the collar isnโt fulfilling its important identification purpose and ultimately pointless the dog even wearing it.
๐ Please also donโt forget about travelling safely in the car too!
The Highway Code Rule 57 says dogs and other animals should be suitably restrained in a vehicle so they cannot distract the driver or injure themselves or others if you have to stop suddenly. Suitable options include a properly secured dog crate/carrier, seat-belt harness or dog guard.
Iโve had a few clients arrive with their dog loose in the car, with no collar, harness or lead with them at all. Aside from the journey itself, please consider what would happen if you broke down, had an accident or needed to get your dog out of the vehicle unexpectedly.
Just to clarify, I donโt need your dogโs collar, harness or lead for their actual grooming appointment. โ๏ธ๐ฉ
But they do need appropriate equipment for getting to and from the salon safely, and their legally required identification should be in place when theyโre out in public.
Iโve had a few clients loose on the street too, which gives me immense anxiety ๐
Whilst you may trust your dog and their recall, sometimes it can only take a split second if they spot a cat (which there are plenty in the area) or a car comes unexpectedly.
Your dogโs safety doesnโt start when they walk through my salon door, it starts from the moment you leave home. So please be mindful and keep your beloved pets safe ๐ค๐พ