The Yellow Dog Project

There are a variety of reasons dogs need space. The Yellow Dog Project is educating the public on what to do when you see yellow on a dog leash or collar.

After my Bull Terrier, Molly, jumped the fence and ran the local golf course (for the third time...) I enlisted the help of a local dog trainer for obedience and recall. After eight weeks of training, Molly put her skills to the test at a local farm/auto store. This was her first public outing where we could test her training, and I was shocked at the lack of human knowledge as customers hovered over my timid dog sticking their hand in her face.

“My dog needed space, yet strangers were trying to pet her without my permission. She needed space to work on her training.”

Dogs need space for a variety of reasons and The Yellow Dog Project is educating the public on what a yellow collar, leash or ribbon means. I wish I had a yellow ribbon the day we trained with Molly, as I was shocked at the number of adults who were attempting to pet her without asking first. Regardless of if we were training or not, owners should always be asked before approaching a new dog.

Dog Etiquette

Perhaps your dog recently had surgery, becomes fearful with certain people or is a service animal. All of these situations warrant a reason for the dog to need space from humans and other animals. By identifying them with a yellow leash, collar or ribbon, those around you know to ask before approaching the dog.

In a world where we take our dogs with us everywhere, we must continue to educate humans on dog etiquette and the appropriate way to ask and approach a new dog - yellow or not. The Yellow Dog Project is working to raise awareness of dogs who need space, positive training and courtesy when meeting a new furry friend.

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