Landscape and Urban Design Issue 45 2020 | Page 16

GARDEN DESIGN
WOOD GREEN’S ADVICE
FOR CREATING A PET-
FRIENDLY GARDEN
This year, more than ever, our
gardens have been our own personal
havens – keeping us in touch with
nature and giving us space to relax,
exercise, spend time with our family
and nurture our favourite plants.
We make the garden an enjoyable
place for the people at home, but
what about our pets? Wood Green,
The Animals Charity shares advice
for creating a pet-friendly garden,
whether you have dogs, cats or small
pets like rabbits and guinea pigs.
DOGS
Dogs love gardens – and most of all,
they like to be in the garden with
you! Your outdoor space, however
big or small, can be used for a
variety of games and activities.
• Grassy areas are ideal for
scattering food, retrieving toys
and games of tug. Try to avoid
gravel, as the stones are hard
on paws and can get very hot in
summer.
• Hiding a dog’s favourite toy or
treats around the garden such as
behind pots, under bushes and
in long grass will help dogs to use
their nose and brain.
• For adult dogs, setting up low
jumps in the garden can be great
fun – and it’s easy with just two
plant pots with a broom over
them. Can you teach your dog to
retrieve a toy over a jump?
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