Talliwags Wellness World's

Rules and Regulations 

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All dogs entering the TWW facility must conform to the following requirements in order to participate:

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Vaccinations: Proof of puppy vaccinations and/or annual boosters according to the South African Veterinary Association's vaccination guidelines must be presented at your first visit and updated annually on your membership profile.

Boretella bronchiseptica - non-core but advisable for Talliwags activities.

Rabies - core - First vaccination not younger than 3 months old.  Booster within 30 days and one year from first injection, then every three (3) years.

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Please click here for further vaccination requirements.

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Parasite control: Dogs must be dewormed with a veterinary quality dewormer that kills tapeworm, roundworm and hookworm at least once every 6 months and use of tick and flea products are required as per manufacturers instructions. Any pet with signs of ticks, fleas or worms will not be permitted in the facility. 

 

Sterilisation: The Animal Keeping Bylaw of 2021 - City of Cape Town requires all pets over the age of 6 months to be sterilised. Unsterilised pets may only be kept with a permit from CoCT.

Please read the bylaws here. 

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Supervision and Control:

 

Dogs are naturally curious and territorial, which may lead to conflict if left unsupervised.  While we allow unleashed play and interaction for the Play Pen activity only, you are responsible for the control and behaviour of your pets at all times.  

You may look for any signs of aggression, such as growling, bared teeth, stiff body posture, snapping or biting, etc.  Observe their body language closely and take immediate action if the situation deteriorates.  The pets must be discouraged from rough interactions as far as possible. 

 

Waste Disposal

 

Please arrive at least ten minutes before your booking and enter the "Meet and Skeet" yard with your pet/s on-leash. This area is designed to encourage urination and defecation so that the central facility can remain hygienic. Clients must place dog faeces in designated disposal bins in the yard. The area is regularly cleaned by TWW staff. Any pet with diarrhoea will not be allowed to enter the facility.  If pets urinate and defecate in the primary facility, please remove faeces and alert a member of TWW staff who will decontaminate the area..

 

Toys & Treats

 

Dog toys or treats are only permitted during single private Play Pen sessions. Do not bring your own dog toys for the Happy Birthday activities as it may trigger aggression and food competition in some pets.  Please refer to dog trainer for class rules.

 

Preventing Excessive Barking or Noise

 

Dogs may bark excessively for multiple reasons, including protective instincts, attention-seeking tactics, anxiety, frustration, underlying medical issues, etc.  This may disrupt the environment and be a source of discomfort for other people and animals.  Owners should make efforts to manage and control their dog’s vocal level.

 

Age limits for dogs and children

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Puppies that have not completed their initial core vaccinations will not be permitted in the TWW facility.  Please click here for South African Veterinary Association Vaccination Guidelines. All children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

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Prohibited items or activities

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No weapons of any sort may be brought onto the premises (this includes sticks/whips for pets). The use of anti-barking devices that shock or cause any other pain to pets is not allowed.   No drugs or alcohol are permitted on the premises. For safety, no glass or sharp objects are permitted in the TWW facility.

 

Limitations on the number of dogs per person

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Play Pen - A maximum of 5 dogs is permitted at one session in the arena. All participating clients must agree that their own pets are properly socialised and capable of peaceful interaction with the rest of the group involved.

Good Dog - The obedience trainer will have rules regarding this. 

Happy Birthday - Breed and age circumstances will be considered for each event with regard to numbers.

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Veterinary Nursing Facility

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Please note that Talliwags Wellness Veterinary Nursing Facility does not offer any other services apart from those listed in the pricelist table. Injured or sick pets must be seen at a Veterinary clinic by a veterinarian for diagnostics and treatment. Veterinary nursing services do not include diagnosis or treatment for ANY illness or injury.  Only healthy dogs will be dosed with the above Schedule 0 formulations and vaccinations. 

Veterinary referrals are only permitted with referral letter and instructions from attending veterinarian. 

Talliwags Wellness World and Talliwags Wellness Veterinary Nursing Facility staff reserve the right to deny treatment to any animals considered unhealthy, dangerous or unfit for above treatment. 

 

All rights reserved.

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Rules and Regulations: Final Words

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A life lived with others is a life well-lived. Dogs need social exposure as much as humans for a sense of self-esteem.  They need to engage with creatures that are like them and learn to interact with them healthily and meaningfully.  As responsible pet parents, we must provide opportunities targeting their physical, emotional, and social needs.  The secret to joy is living in the present and watching your pet while you’re at it. Enjoy!

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Waiver of Liability

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Warning of Risk

 

Participation in the Talliwags Wellness World (hereafter referred to as TWW) Play Pen/Good Dog/Happy Birthday/Wellness Clinics activities is done at the owner’s (and pet/s) own risk.

The choice of activity and the supervision of your pet/s is your responsibility.

TWW’s facility and equipment has been designed for safety. However, there is always a risk of injury/death to clients and pets due to improper use.

Despite careful and proper preparation, there is still a risk of serious injury, including death to the dog, its owner/handler, or other persons or animals.

Risks associated with all dog parks include:

• The propensity of any dog to behave in dangerous ways that may result in injury

• The inexperience, negligence, or irresponsibility of a dog owner/handler

• The inability to predict a dog’s reaction to movement, sounds, persons, or other animals

• Actions by the dog due to fright, anger, stress, or insect bites

• Natural reactions by the dog such as jumping, pulling, resisting, and biting

• Environmental and traffic conditions

• Acts of God

• Slips and falls

• Premises defects

• Equipment failure

• Failure in instruction/supervision

• All other circumstances inherent to dogs and/or indoor activities

 

Should you attempt to intervene in a dog fight or restrain a dog, including but not limited to your dog, you may be severely mauled and/or attacked by your dog or other dogs.

In consideration for permission to use the TWW facilities, you will be expressly assuming the risk and legal liability and waiving and releasing all claims for injuries, damages, or loss which you or your dog might sustain as a result of participating in any and all activities connected with and associated with use of the facilities. Acceptance of this release and adherence to the above TWW’s Rules & Regulations  are conditions of membership and entry. Memberships are non‐transferable and may be revoked for non‐compliance as may be required by TWW.

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Waiver and Release

 

By entering the TWW facility I agree to indemnify, defend, hold harmless The City of Cape Town (hereafter referred to as The City), and TWW, their officers, agents, employees and volunteers from any/all lawsuits, damages, claims, judgments, losses, liability, or expenses arising out of:

any personal injuries, property damage, or death (including any and all injuries suffered any dogs) which I may sustain while I am using this park or any associated equipment owned by, donated by, or under the control of The City or TWW, or which I, or my animal cause while I am using this facility or any equipment owned by donated by, or under the control of The City or TWW, or while participating in any activity in TWW, sponsored by The City or TWW.

Any injury or death which results or increases by any action taken to medically treat me for any injury I may sustain or which I or my animal may cause while I am using this park or any equipment owned by, donated by or under the control of The City or TWW, or while participating in any activity sponsored by The City or TWW. I understand and agree with the following:

1. Use of the dog park is self-directed and used with the understanding of “use at my own risk”.

2. That TWW (or The City) does not carry insurance to cover users of this dog park and I understand there are risks associated with any dog park for myself, my dog/s or other humans who may be my guest (s).

3. Unleashing my dog and being physically present at TWW involves risks of injury to me, any individual accompanying me, other people, my dog(s) and other dog(s), including but not limited to, risks resulting from aggressive dogs, unpredictable behaviour, and lack of training.

4. TWW does not guarantee that dogs in the park are safe or healthy and that despite the efforts of TWW to ensure owners have complied with TWW registration procedures, there is a risk that not all dogs present in the dog park are vaccinated as required by law.

5. Additional risks include, but are not limited to, dog fights, dog bites, theft, disappearance or unlawful capture, escape over and under fences, being knocked down, chased or tripped by a dog, and vegetation or standing water that may be unhealthy if consumed.

6. I assume all risks associated with using the dog park, including its fixtures and equipment, in an unsupervised manner, including the risk of injury to me, any individual (including supervised children) accompanying me and my dog/s.

 

I further understand and agree that TWW is not managed by The City of Cape Town. Members are expected to adhere to TWW RULES AND REGULATIONS and be responsible for their own behaviour and that of their registered dog/s.

I hereby voluntarily release, forever discharge, and agree to indemnify and hold harmless TWW from any and all claims, demands, or causes of actions, which are in any way connected with my participation in this activity or my use of TWW’ equipment or facilities, including such Claims which allege negligent acts or omissions of TWW.

 

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