Expectations

Besides the sporting aspect, the social aspect plays a very important role in our group. To make the team event as pleasant as possible for everyone, we have some expectations, which are described below. Participation in our activities equals recognition and respect of our values

At Zoniën Dogsport it is above all about having a good time with our dogs. Special attention is given to healthy exercise for the animal because your dog will not indicate in time when it is suffering from pain or when it is going over its limit. Everyone is expected to treat their four-legged partner with the utmost respect and to pay attention to any discomforts. In a partnership with a dog, the basic needs such as food, housing, love and trust come first. Only when these are met can they enjoy sport and play together.

• If something does not work out or does not go according to plan, there is no shame in this and there is no need to use verbal or physical force against the dog!

• Towards others (trainers, group members, outsiders ...) we behave correctly and adopt a friendly and positive attitude. This is what we stand for and this is the image we want to project to others.

• We trainen zelden op de openbare weg maar ook in het bos houden we ons aan enkele regels.
  We rarely train on public roads, but also in the woods we follow a few rules.
  We stay on the paths and keep in mind the other forest users.
  When others cross us or want to overtake us, we walk in one line behind each other, to give them space to do so safely.
  When horses are involved, we act extremely cautiously and if necessary, you move to the side with your dog.

• No rubbish is left behind.

• Borrowed material will be treated as if it were your own and returned after training unless otherwise agreed with the owner.

• When participating in events, we behave according to our values and respect the rules as they apply on site.

• Help others to respect our values and speak to those who do not. If necessary, this can be reported to the supervisors.
  
  Group members who are bothered by disruptive and/or deviant behaviour should speak up. Ideally, this should be done in a personal conversation with the person concerned, but if that does not help or the person does not dare to do so, this can be reported to the confidential advisor. He or she can then think along about a possible solution. The persons in charge are: Alice, Emilie, Karen and Steven.