Coronavirus: Can I take my dog out for a walk in Dubai?

During 24-hour restrictions, move permits are being provided for limited essential trips

Published: April 07, 2020 19:42 Last updated: April 16, 2020 18:29 Huda Tabrez, Senior News Editor

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Can you take your dog out for walking during the extended 24-hour restrictions in Dubai? Image Credit: Stock image

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In its fight against the spread of COVID-19, Dubai extended restrictions. Move permits are being issued for limited reasons. Image Credit: Stock image

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Dubai Police responded to questions by many dog owners through their social media channels. Image Credit:

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While dog walking is prohibited, some exceptions have been made for dogs who need to relieve themselves. Image Credit: Stock image

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You can take your dog out for toilet purposes, but need to stay in front of your resident and take no longer than 10 minutes outside. Image Credit:

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However, you may also want to consider trying to train your dog to relieve himself or herself indoors. Image Credit: Stock image

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Training pads can be used as an alternative. Image Credit:

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However, you would need to patiently train your dog to use the pad instead of the regular outdoors trip. Image Credit: Stock image

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You can follow basic hygiene practices if you use the training pads. Image Credit: Stock image

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To compensate for the outdoor exercise, you can get creative, similar to how people are finding creative alternatives to exercise indoors. Image Credit: Stock image

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There are several ways in which you can engage your pet and make sure that they get in their day's activity. Image Credit: Stock image

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