Responsible pet parenting is about far more than affection, it’s about making choices that protect your pet, other animals, and the people around you. One ordinary morning hike with my dogs, Odin and Luna, turned into a stark reminder of how quickly things can go wrong when dogs are not kept under proper control. This experience reinforced a simple but powerful truth: loving our pets means keeping them safe and ensuring they never become a risk to others.

Looking for a simple way to make your dog happier and calmer? Try pottering.