Category archives: Using a Field

England and Wales have strengthened livestock worrying law through the Dogs (Protection of Livestock) (Amendment) Act 2025, effective 18 March 2026. Courts can now impose unlimited fines, alpacas and llamas are explicitly protected, and police have forensic-level investigation powers. Crucially, livestock don't need to be bitten for an offence to occur—chasing, causing panic, or being loose near livestock without proper control is enough. This plain-English guide explains what's changed and what it means for dog owners, walkers, and secure dog field users, especially where livestock are nearby. Whether you're managing gates, boundary fences, or responding to an escape, understanding these new rules could save you from serious legal and financial consequences.

If you’ve tried booking a secure dog field recently, you’ll know — there are now thousands of them across the UK. At first glance, that sounds like heaven for dog owners like me (and my two ‘challenging’ dogs!). But the truth is: more doesn’t always mean better choice.

You’d be forgiven for thinking that dog fields run themselves – they don’t! There’s a heck of a lot more to setting up and operating a dog field than the average user imagines

You may already have seen the article I wrote on more practical gear I take to dog fields (check that out here) but this isn’t about that – this is about fun. Our dogs are mad about chasing balls but that wears thin after a while and it’s not a…

7 Ways To Get People To Follow Your Dog Field Rules And Instructions

Getting a ‘My Dog Needs Space’ yellow jacket for your reactive dog will transform your daily walks, help you with training and restore your confidence.