In response to National Dog Week (September 28-October 6), the City of Millau is organizing a special day that will include discovering the profession of dog handler, a demonstration of canicross and canine training methods. In particular.
Open to the general public and completely free, the event organized by the City of Millau on Wednesday October 2 in the alleys of the Parc de la Victoire will echo the national dog week (September 28-October 6). It will involve “to show the beneficial role of the dog in society.” The opportunity, also, to “(re)discover the exceptional abilities of man’s best friend”. The animal is indeed capable of assistance, interventions and research. This day will also highlight sports activities to share with him. Without forgetting a “prevention point for the general public on responsible adoptions.”
All day Wednesday, October 2, from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., various speakers will take turns giving demonstrations and workshops. Representatives of the gendarmerie and the municipal police will introduce the profession of dog handler. The SPA will offer an introduction to canicross, a discipline where handlers run with their dogs.
Veterinarians’ advice
Let us also mention Sandrine Danis, trainer of Diodog’s & Compagnie, who will explain dog training methods and will present activities to share (group walks, well-being massages, etc.). She will also be able to advise on adopting a dog.
Millau veterinarians will remind you of the nutritional and well-being advice to be adapted according to the breeds and characteristics of the animals and their environment. The Millau Clean City service will provide an update on the entire canisites system and the cleaning of dog droppings.
Finally, Sébastien Ramos, representative of the Toulouse Grand Sud guide dog association, will be present from 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. to provide information on existing canine support systems for visually impaired people.
