Dogs & dog owners out and about: research & reports
Pick and Mix! This page presents links to documents offering advice and detailing research that may be of interest to anyone ranging from dog owners to housing developers, rangers, anyone who manages land with public access and anyone else with an interest in best practice. Documents include everything from online advice from well-known charities to scholarly articles and Government reports. Listed alphabetically by title.
Dorset Dogs has reports and survey results relating to the work we do, you can obtain copies or further information about these, as well as reports and surveys carried out by the Urban Heaths Partnership (including information about Suitable Alternative Natural Greenspaces) by contacting dorsetdogs@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk

Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014: Anti-social behaviour powers Statutory guidance for frontline professionals
Includes guidance on Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) which replace Dog Control Orders (DCOs)
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Code of practice for the welfare of DOGS
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Dogs in parks and the countryside
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Dog and Human Activity Trail: Design Guidance
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Dog Activity Trail: Lee Valley Regional Park
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Help and advice for dog owners: Behaviour/Training/Dog School/Getting a Dog: Dogs Trust
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How to look after and care for a dog: RSPCA
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Managing Dogs in Woods
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Monitor of Engagement with the Natural Environment (MENE): Headline report 2019
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Out of Order: The Impact of Access Restrictions on Dogs and their Owners
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Planning for Dog Ownership in New Developments:
Reducing Conflict – Adding Value
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Tackling livestock worrying and encouraging responsible dog ownership
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Understanding the Psychology of Walkers with Dogs: new approaches to better management
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