All users of our field must read & understand the following information before their visit to Gamrie Dog Field (hereafter referred to as GDF). We reserve the right to amend these T&Cs at any time without prior notice & therefore ask that you read & agree to them each time you make a booking.

• The use of our field is subject to written agreement that you accept these T&Cs.

• Any violation of these T&Cs will lead to your permission to use the facility being revoked.

• These T&Cs allow hirers to use GDF for the express purpose of exercising dogs under close personal supervision at all times.

• The booking is personal to the hirer & may not be transferred to any other person without prior consent from GDF.

• Use of the field is strictly by appointment only & the hirer has exclusive use of the field for the duration of their booking.

• GDF have absolute discretion to permit or prohibit all types of activity on the land.

Booking

• Your first session MUST be booked as an NEW CUSTOMER + INDUCTION session.

• We would prefer you to book online but please contact us to discuss if this is not possible.

• If you would like to book consecutive slots for a longer dog walk you are welcome to do so.

• At the induction visit, hirers must ensure the field is suitable & secure for their specific needs (fence height, fencing materials, & proximity to livestock etc).

• It is the hirer’s responsibility to check that they have received a confirmation email & that they have booked the correct date & time – you are only allowed to use the facility during this period.

• When booking you must give honest details of the number of dogs & vehicles.

• You must only bring the number of dogs for which you have paid.

• Hire is not allowed by anyone under the age of eighteen.

• GDF reserve the right to alter the pricing structure for use of the field without notice.

• GDF reserves the right to refuse any application for hire without explanation.

Prohibited Breeds Policy:
In accordance with our insurance provider's conditions and in alignment with the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991, the following conditions must be met when bringing a prohibited breed to Gamrie Dog Field:

• Owners of prohibited breeds must ensure that their dogs are muzzled and kept on a lead no longer than 1 meter while in the carpark area. These restrictions may be removed once you are inside the field, the field door is closed and locked and the additional latch is placed in the locked position.

• If households have multiple dogs at home which include a prohibited breed, all household dogs may exercise together during one hire however, there must be a 1:1 dog-to-handler ratio for each prohibited breed. This only applies to dogs from ONE household, no mixed household meets are permitted if they were to include a prohibited breed.

• Prohibited breeds are not permitted to attend Gamrie Dog Field with dogs from another household.

• The dog must be registered with The Index of Exempted Dogs (IED) and a copy of the life certificate must be sent to Gamrie Dog Field at the time of booking.

• A copy of the Public Liability insurance certificate for the dog must be provided to Gamrie Dog Field at the time of booking.

• All guidelines under The Index of Exempted Dogs must be strictly adhered to, including that the dog must be neutered, microchipped, and kept on a lead no longer than 1 meter and muzzled while in the carpark area.

Payments & cancellations

• Payments are made prior to using GDF. Until payment has been made, your booking is not confirmed. Once payment is made, an email will be sent confirming your booking. Please check your junk mailbox if it does not arrive promptly.

• You will not be able to continue with the booking unless the T&Cs have been accepted.

• Bookings are non-refundable; however, you may reschedule for a future date giving at least 24 hours’ notice. Cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice or no shows are non-refundable.

Prohibited Breeds Policy

Prohibited Breeds Policy:
In accordance with our insurance provider's conditions and in alignment with the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991, the following conditions must be met when bringing a prohibited breed to Gamrie Dog Field:

• Owners of prohibited breeds must ensure that their dogs are muzzled and kept on a lead no longer than 1 meter while in the carpark area. These restrictions may be removed once you are inside the field, the field door is closed and locked and the additional latch is placed in the locked position.

• If households have multiple dogs at home which include a prohibited breed, all household dogs may exercise together during one hire however, there must be a 1:1 dog-to-handler ratio for each prohibited breed. This only applies to dogs from ONE household, no mixed household meets are permitted if they were to include a prohibited breed.

• Prohibited breeds are not permitted to attend Gamrie Dog Field with dogs from another household.

• The dog must be registered with The Index of Exempted Dogs (IED) and a copy of the life certificate must be sent to Gamrie Dog Field at the time of booking.

• A copy of the Public Liability insurance certificate for the dog must be provided to Gamrie Dog Field at the time of booking.

• All guidelines under The Index of Exempted Dogs must be strictly adhered to, including that the dog must be neutered, microchipped, and kept on a lead no longer than 1 meter and muzzled while in the carpark area.

Withdrawal of Facility

• The land & business owner has the right to refuse entry to the field to hirers at any time for safety reasons or if the hirer is in breach of any of our T&Cs.

• There may be circumstances when we consider it necessary to cancel your booking – this may be due to things beyond our control like weather conditions, road closures, emergencies, an 'Act of God' or where individuals have not complied with the conditions of use. Subject to the reason for the cancelation, any advanced payment may be refunded. GDF will not be liable for any other expenses incurred or loss sustained by the hirer as a result of the use of the facility being withdrawn at our sole discretion. We will try to provide reasonable notice of cancellation & will contact you directly to offer an alternative session or a refund.

Right of Entry

• GDF staff will be allowed access at any time onto the land to conduct inspections & only decisions made by GDF regarding safety & fitness of use will be binding.

• GDF reserve the right to refuse permission or evict any persons from the premises.

Parking

• There is ample customer parking on site, however parties of more than two cars must contact us in advance to discuss parking arrangements for additional vehicles.

• There is a specific carparking area outside of the field. There is no parking in the field & parking on the access road to the field is strictly prohibited.

• The parking area is fully fenced but not secure. Hirers must always keep their dogs on leads whilst in the carparking area.

• Parking is at your own risk & GDF accepts no liability for any loss or damages sustained in the use of the carpark.

Rules & conduct

• Whilst GDF is designed as a safe & private space for you to exercise your dog(s), we ask that you follow these rules during your visit. If you do not adhere to these, we reserve the right to ask you to leave & may lead to refusal of bookings in the future.

• Only dogs known to each other are allowed to use the field together. GDF does not allow dogs that are ‘strangers’ to each other to use the field at the same time unless organised by us or a relevant trainer & GDF shall not be held liable for any dog fights or injuries that may occur.

• In accordance with the law regarding 'Responsible Dog Ownership' you are entirely responsible for yours & your dog(s) safety whilst at GDF. The law states that you should be in control of your dog(s) at all times. This law still applies at GDF regardless of if you are alone, or a GDF representative is present.

• The maximum number of dogs in the field at any one time must not exceed eight.

• Puppies from 12 weeks old are welcome but we require all dogs to be immunised before use of the field.

• Dogs must be up to date with vaccinations & regularly treated for fleas, ticks, & worms.

• All dogs must wear their collars with an up-to-date tag & be micro-chipped.

• Bitches in season are welcome to use the field.

• Dogs must never be left unattended in the field or carpark or tethered to anything,

• Heavy or harsh handling of dogs is not allowed – this includes verbally & physically.

• You must not alter any aspect of the field.

• Customers are welcome to picnic during their booking provided all materials are disposed of responsibly & specifically not left in the field.

• BBQ's & fires are NOT allowed in the field or carpark.

• The hirer shall not bring in to GDF any article of an inflammable or explosive character, or that provides an offensive smell, or CFC or any civil, electrical, gas or any other apparatus.

• The hirer will not release any high-flying object, including but not limited to drones & kites.

• There are no artificial lights or toilets on site.

• No unaccompanied dogs in the field.

• You agree to be respectful to our neighbours & not wander off GDF property & enter surrounding fields or private lanes, stick to the carpark & the secure field.

• Any damages to the inside or outside of the field caused by the customer, their guests or their dog(s) are to be paid for by the customer.

Business Users

• Canine professionals including but not limited to, dog trainers & dog walkers will only be allowed by prior agreement with GDF.

• All Dog trainers, walkers and other canine professionals must provide a copy of their Professional Indemnity & Public Liability Insurance prior to being granted permission to use the facility. Inability to provide a copy will mean that permission to use the facility will be withheld. Insurances must be kept up to date & valid for the duration of use of the facility.

• If you are using the dog field for business purposes, we accept no responsibility for any business losses, & you are offered the same legal protection as domestic users.

Noise management & Barking

• Please keep noise to a minimum & ensure that there is no persistent or excessive barking from your dog(s) whilst on site (please see noise management policy for further details).

Digging

• Digging is absolutely not allowed anywhere on site except in the large sandpit provided.

• Owners must discourage their dog(s) from digging, any resulting holes must be filled in by you prior to leaving the field. There is a bucket of topsoil kept under the bench in the shed for this purpose.

• If your dog(s) causes any damage, you must report it to us.

Toys/Balls/training aids etc.

• You are welcome to bring & use your own toys etc at the field. However, you must ensure you take them all away with you & none are left in the field – this includes any broken items.

• If you are unable to retrieve a toy, for example if it is over a fence, please make us aware & we will find it for you.

Family, Friends, & Children

• If bringing a friend or family member, you agree that you assume responsibility for their safety & ensure that they abide by these T&Cs at all times whilst using the field & its carpark.

• Children are welcome but must be supervised at all times & not left alone in the field.

• Children under eighteen are not allowed to use the dog field without an adult present.

• Please remember this is a dog exercise field NOT a children's playground.

Entering & Leaving the field

• The gate code will be changed regularly & without notice.

• The field gate will, when not in use be locked & customers will be provided with a means of unlocking the gate ahead of their appointment. Customers must ensure they lock the gate when exiting the field.

• It is the user’s responsibility to ensure they know the current code.

• Hirer/users must not give the gate code to anyone else or leave the gate unlocked for another user.

• Please do not arrive in the carpark more than 5 minutes before your booking is due to start & please keep your dog(s) in your vehicle until the field is vacant.

• If you are waiting to enter the field allow sufficient space for previous users to exit. Remain in your vehicle until they have left the field & are safely in their own vehicle & the vehicle’s doors are closed.

• All dog(s) must be on a lead & under control when not in the secure field area, specifically they must be on a lead when in the car parking area on entry & exit of the field.

• You must not let anyone else into the secure fenced area, other than any friends or family members you have brought with you.

• Access to the field is by the pedestrian gate & is by foot only. Once having gained access to the field & closed the gate behind you the field is secure, & you may release your dog(s).

• Please ensure that you close the gate properly behind you when you enter the field. You are responsible for making sure that the gate is secure & that your dog(s) cannot escape through or under the gate.

• When entering & leaving the field, please be aware of other dogs around you & give them sufficient space as they may not be as friendly as yours.

• Make sure no one is in the field before you enter & release your dog(s). If the previous hirer stays past your start time & do not appear to be leaving, please call us & we can contact the user. Do not approach the field as they may have a reactive dog(s) or an issue retrieving their dog(s) that your presence will not help.

• The field will be used by reactive/nervous dogs, take this into consideration when getting ready to leave the premises on time & do not overlap with the next user.

• If someone is in the field or arrives to use the field that should not be there, contact us at once.

• Ensure you close the gates properly when leaving the field & the carpark.

• The hirer/user agrees not to enter the field before their timeslot begins & to leave the premises (including the carpark) promptly having closed the field gate & the carpark gate behind them within the hire period.

• On exiting the field, you must ensure all dogs are on leads before opening the gate to the carpark area & placing the animals in your vehicle. GDF accepts no liability for any damage or loss sustained whilst customers are in the carpark. Customers waiting to use the field must remain in their vehicle(s) whilst the car park is vacated by the previous customer.

• If you arrive late to the field but still within the time of your booking this will not alter the end time of your booking & you must still leave on time.

• When arriving, please do so as close to your time slot as possible. Under no circumstances are you to remove your dog(s) from your vehicle until the person(s) before you have left the premises. Please be courteous to other users. If you have a very reactive dog(s), please let us know on booking & we will endeavour to help with making sure you have the best handover.

• It is important that you respect your timeslot & do not enter the field before your time as we may be inside to do maintenance.

Shelter

• You have use of the shed to provide shelter & shade from the elements if needed. However, you must still observe your dog(s) closely ensuring their safety, watching for them toileting so you can retrieve their poo & ensure they are not causing damage to the field or structures.

• The shed has a seating bench in it along with a first aid kit & the addresses & phone numbers of the four closest vets. Please keep it tidy.

Water

• There is a mains fresh water supply on site. Use responsibly & do not waste water.

• GDF do not provide water bowls & customers must bring their own & remember to take them away with them at the end of their booking.

• The water may also be used for cleaning off boots etc as needed, please allow sufficient time to do this before the end of your booking.

• The tap must be turned off & the area left clean & tidy.

Illness

• If your dog(s) or any that live in the same household has shown any signs of ill health in the last 72 hours (diarrhoea, vomiting, kennel cough, general lethargy etc) you must not attend the field & you must re-schedule the appointment.

• If symptomatic dog(s) are presented at GDF, you, your dog(s) & anyone with you, will be asked to leave the field at once & no monies will be refunded.

Poo Policy

• Our poo policy is that if you see it, you should pick it up. Given the size of the field it is possible you may miss your dog(s) poo, but we ask that if you see any poo, you pick it up & someone else will find your dog(s) poo & pick it up. This helps keep the field clean for everyone’s benefit & enjoyment.

• All dog poo must either be taken home with you or placed in the yellow dog poo bins with the lid secured. You may use your own poo bags, or the ones provided by us.

• There is a water container next to the tap to wash away any loose or runny poo.

Waste Removal

• Do not drop any food, litter or treats in the field.

• Do not put general waste in the dog waste bins, take your rubbish including broken toys away with you & dispose of accordingly.

Smoking & Vaping

• GDF operates a strict no smoking or vaping policy on the premises.

Equipment

• The dog field is predominantly designed for the enjoyment of dogs. That means all equipment is to be used only by dogs with the exception of seating.

• Do not allow your dog(s) to use any equipment unless they are fit & well enough to do so. It is your responsibility to ensure your dog(s) safety whilst playing in the field.

• You accept that the use of any equipment or structures (provided by GDF or not) in the field is only for the use of dogs & you will not climb, play, or stand on any of the equipment or permit anyone else to do so. Use of said equipment & structures is entirely at your own risk & GDF, its owners or staff will not be responsible or liable for any injury to people or dogs however caused.

• Equipment & structures may become slippery from rain or ice so do not use them if this is the case.

Safety

• Hirers must respect the field & its contents at all times.

• Hirers must not (or allow others to) climb, pull, remove or cause damage to any fence, gate, seating, trees, equipment etc. You must inform us at once if any accidental damage does occur.

• Although fences are checked regularly to ensure they are safe & secure, this does not guarantee that your dog(s) cannot escape. You agree to be mindful of any holes or other damage to the fence or gate. Such damage may occur from time to time for several reasons, including digging by dogs or other animals which may cause a breach in either the gate or fence, falling trees or branches & general wear & tear. If you find any issue with the condition of the fence or gate, please make us aware at once. GDF cannot accept responsibility for any dog(s) escaping the field through either the gate or fence, irrespective of whether this is a consequence of a defect in the fence or gate or whether we have let you know in advance or not.

• The field is a large outdoor space, with the potential for areas of uneven ground or holes which could be concealed under long grass or other vegetation & may from time to time contain other hazards consistent with the countryside & as such, any incidence which causes or contributes to injury to you, your family, friends or your dog(s); GDF cannot be held liable.

• The ground is uneven in places & can become muddy & slippery therefore caution must be taken, & you are recommended to wear sensible & appropriate footwear to suit the ground & conditions.

• Please consider that although efforts are made to keep the environment & field as safe as possible, outside influences such as, but not limited to, wildlife defecating/digging burrows, biting insects, birds, weather, uneven ground, foreign objects in the earth, weeds/trees etc. are all hazards still to be considered by anyone using the field.

• We are in a semirural setting. Therefore, GDF may not be suitable for all dogs due to the proximity of livestock at certain times, sounds of neighbouring farm vehicles & occasionally machinery. Please assess the suitability for your own dog(s) prior to using GDF.

Liabilities & Responsibilities

• You enter the field at your own risk, GDF & the landowner are not responsible & will not accept liability for any loss, damage, injury or death howsoever & by whomsoever caused, whether to property, dogs or people sustained while on our property or for any veterinary bills that may arise from using the field.

• You are recommended to ensure your pet is fully insured for all eventualities.

• GDF take no responsibility for accidents or injuries occurring to dogs or people invited there by the original hirer.

• GDF will not be liable for any injury or damage sustained or caused by your dog(s) in & around the premises. This includes but is in no way restricted to; your dog(s) running wild in or out-with the car park or suffering injury or harm on near-by road(s) or being attacked by another dog(s).

Fences

• The fencing & gates in this dog field are six feet high.

• Our fences are regularly checked to ensure they are secure, but no liability can be accepted for any dog(s) that escapes – under, over or through the fence.

• The mesh of the fence is smooth knot, high tensile, Tornado dog field fencing with a grid pattern of 10cm x 5cm & is dug several inches into the ground.

• If this enclosure is not suitable for your dog(s) because it can squeeze through these gaps or scale this fence height, then your dog(s) must always be on a lead whilst using the dog field.

CCTV

• You acknowledge that for security purposes there is CCTV in operation.

Preservation of Rights

• This agreement does not create any rights over the land & the hirer accepts the landowner maintains control & possession of the dog field at all times.

• The hirer accepts that GDF will not be liable for any liability, losses, claims, actions, damages, costs, expenses, or other liability incurred whilst at GDF.

Marketing & Publication

• GDF reserve the right to use any material including text & images provided by you to us (in any format) for the purposes of marketing & promotion including via our social media and web pages.

• I agree to GDF contacting me in the future about offers & services I may be interested in relating to the field. I understand I can opt out of further contact at any time.

Data protection & handling

• Your information will be kept safe & will not be shared with any third parties & by agreeing to these T&Cs are agreeing to allow us to contact you in whichever manor appropriate to discuss your dog(s) needs, immediate or otherwise.

• Please see the up-to-date privacy policy for further details relating to competitions, social media & all other data use.

Disclaimer

I agree I have read all the above & will abide by the rules & guidelines stated. I also agree that I, the customer, am solely responsible for the dog(s) in my care during the use of the field & or any of its facilities & I do so at my own risk. Therefore, I take full responsibility for any loss, damage & or injury to myself, my property & or the dog(s) in my care, should this happen.

I agree to abide by these T&Cs & accept that the use of these facilities is done at my own risk & that mine & my dog(s) behaviour & actions are my sole responsibility & no claim can be made against GDF or the landowner.

If you have any worries, concerns or complaints please contact us by phone, email, text, or private message. We will endeavour to resolve any issues within reason.