Tips

New Year's fireworks and your dog: how to prepare in Finland

When fireworks are allowed in Finland, how to get your dog used to the noise, how to time walks on 31 December and what to do if your dog runs away.

Your first visit to a dog park: tips for puppies, shy dogs and small dogs

Vaccinations, a quiet time, the double gate, small-dog sections and dog body language. How to prepare for your first dog park visit and know when it's time to leave.

Dog parks in the dark season: how to stay visible and safe

Reflectors, lights for your dog, headlamp manners and finding a lit dog park: practical tips for the dark walks and dog park visits of a Finnish winter.