tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7513996817497959054.post6109571500411658954..comments2024-03-29T02:25:24.120-05:00Comments on Two Pitties in the City: SociaBulls: On Color Coded BandanasTwo Pitties in the Cityhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04694420319336839807noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7513996817497959054.post-11206740102171648022013-06-25T00:13:53.338-05:002013-06-25T00:13:53.338-05:00Bonus: a water soaked bandana is great for cooling...Bonus: a water soaked bandana is great for cooling off dogs on these hot summer days. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16108124315594310107noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7513996817497959054.post-69868284112630829552013-06-25T00:09:34.306-05:002013-06-25T00:09:34.306-05:00I love the bandanas. I also think that having a le...I love the bandanas. I also think that having a leash that clearly reads "no dogs" or "nervous" is great for anyone who needs to communicate that on a regular walk, apart from the group walks. <br /><br />http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B008RL8SDK/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?qid=1372136602&sr=8-7&pi=SL75Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16108124315594310107noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7513996817497959054.post-44201496078219666622012-08-08T18:08:51.639-05:002012-08-08T18:08:51.639-05:00We have been using bandanas within the HikeABull s...We have been using bandanas within the HikeABull structure for quite a while now. It has been very helpful as visual reminders for our members. And with our recent team up with a local Humane Society where we have combined a smaller HikeABull group with a group of SPCA Volunteers with shelter dogs for hikes, it absolutely helps send the messages needed for the shelter dogs that may need space or have issues they are working on in particular. <br /><br />As long as the members within the group "respect the color code" there have been few, if any, issues on our hikes, for example a DINO getting space squeezed. <br /><br />HikeABull Bandana code:<br />Blue = a dog who needs some space, who can be reactive, or overexcitable.<br />Red = dog who is/may be fearful or needs even extra space, avoidance of eye contact or very reactive.<br /><br />At first we didn't want to single anyone out within the group but we also wanted everyone to have a safe and positive experience. And much of the choice to use a bandana is left up to the owner but use of one can be gently encouraged by the HikeABull hike leader based on info revealed at the pre-hike introductions. And most of our members are happy to oblige.AJhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10022188090960960737noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7513996817497959054.post-39471690767224752512012-08-06T18:01:19.568-05:002012-08-06T18:01:19.568-05:00I gotta start a walking club in Cape Girardeau, MO...I gotta start a walking club in Cape Girardeau, MO; I need it, other dogs need it and it looks like a blast as well as such safe socialization!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17445732008559186410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7513996817497959054.post-72564688183277126232012-08-06T15:40:58.061-05:002012-08-06T15:40:58.061-05:00We have toyed with using bandanas to indicate what...We have toyed with using bandanas to indicate what issues each dog is dealing with. So far our group is small enough that it really hasn't been an issue, but I like how you guys are doing it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7513996817497959054.post-75071261862474967112012-08-06T08:53:56.696-05:002012-08-06T08:53:56.696-05:00Love the fabric idea! We use large clip on flower...Love the fabric idea! We use large clip on flowers for our dogs (or people :) who need some extra space. Just like dressing up your pups in fun outfits to make them more approachable, a dog wearing a brightly colored flower ends up making people smile and positively reinforces the space message with the pack members. ~ Marie, TCPWTwin Cities Pack Walkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18244734739991107093noreply@blogger.com