THE DOG-FRIENDLY HAMILTON SURVEY: FOR DOG LOVERS

Do you currently live with a dog?

Adopting a puppy from a breeder or shelter

Spending time with a therapy dog or visiting dog

Having a service dog to help with your disability

Choosing the right dog breed or energy level

Determining if rescuing a dog is right for me

Determining if fostering a dog is right for me

How to train a dog/deal with potential misbehaviour

How to include the whole family in dog ownership

Visiting dog-friendly patios, cafes or breweries

Attending dog-specific community events and meetups (eg breed meetups, dog yoga, adoption day) 

Meeting up with other dog owners for casual social time and dog play

Taking part in watersports (eg swimming, boating)

Taking part in dog sports (eg agility, flyball, canicross)

Yes, I’m the primary or shared decision-maker

No, someone else in my household handles most of that

I try to include them in my life as much as possible

I enjoy having a dog, but mostly spend time with them at home

I don’t really plan my life around my dog

Dog sporting activity (eg agility course, dock diving class)

Taken them to a dog-friendly patio, café, or brewery

Gone on trails, hikes, or outdoor day trips

Attended a dog-specific community event or meetup (e.g. breed meetup, dog yoga, adoption day)

Met up with other dog owners for casual social time or dog play

My dog is too anxious or reactive towards other dogs or people

My dog is social but I avoid certain settings due to safety concerns or poor past experiences

Feeling like I have enough time devote to my dog / worrying about them when I'm out

Finding adequate dog-friendly spaces near me for exercise and fun