Lead the Way

Lead the Way Lead the Way enables you to become a wildlife wise dog owner, helping keep wildlife and your dog safe However, our coastal wildlife and dogs just don’t mix.
(2)

Our beaches are home to some special species, including endangered New Zealand sea lions/rapoka and yellow-eyed penguins/hoiho. They’re also a great place for humans and dogs alike to get out and enjoy nature. We have previously seen uncontrolled pups disturbing sunbathing sea lions or have injured vulnerable penguins. These interactions can be harmful to not only coastal wildlife, but our dogs as

well. Becoming a wildlife wise dog owner helps to keep our wildlife, and your furry friends, safe on the beach. This programme educates Dunedin dog owners on how to be better prepared for interacting with our spectacular coastal wildlife. Lead the Way teaches you that it’s easy to be prepared as there is space for each, all we have to do is share the beach! Take the quiz to become wildlife wise and you’ll gain access to the exclusive Traffic Light Bandana Lead the Way leads. Using this lead lets your fellow dog walkers know whether your pup is friendly (green), cautious with interaction (orange) or would prefer to keep to themselves (red); There is even an option for your blind or deaf dogs (yellow). With each lead purchased you will also be donating to Dunedin’s Wildlife Hospital to help wildlife that are injured or distressed. How Can I Get Involved?
• Step One: Take the quiz to become a wildlife wise dog owner at www.doc.govt.nz/lead-the-way
• Step Two: Use the supplied link you will then receive via email to purchase the exclusive Lead the Way lead from Traffic Light Bandana. This will let beach users know you are wildlife wise.
• Step Three: Use your lead when out and about to help promote responsible dog ownership on our beaches. Easy as! Project partners are Traffic Light Bandana and the Department of Conservation. The initiative is also supported by the Dunedin City Council. For more information head to https://www.doc.govt.nz/lead-the-way

Be sure to check out Traffic Light Bandana at https://trafficlightbandana.co.nz/

Make a further donation to Wildlife Hospital at https://www.wildlifehospitaldunedin.org.nz/

16/08/2023

As we encounter both seals and sea lions around the Otago coastline, make sure you keep your distance!

Last Friday, the Global Studies students from the University of Otago held a project fair to highlight their work done o...
19/10/2022

Last Friday, the Global Studies students from the University of Otago held a project fair to highlight their work done on a variety of different projects. They've done such an exceptional job promoting Lead the Way and we are super thankful for awesome mahi they have put in! Whakamihi to Abbey, Sofia, Emma, Rhona and Lena 🐧💚

Throwback to our most recent event! 😄😄Are you ? Learn how to keep our furry friends and amazing wildlife safe on the be...
10/10/2022

Throwback to our most recent event! 😄😄

Are you ? Learn how to keep our furry friends and amazing wildlife safe on the beach by taking the quiz!

Quiz: https://www.doc.govt.nz/lead-the-way-quiz

20/09/2022

Have you heard about Lead the Way? This is an initiative to educate dog owners on protecting native species. PD Insurance NZ is the exclusive Auckland partner helping us all become wildlife wise.

To learn more check out our latest issue of Pet Life Magazine or read the article online, link in comments below 👇

Mōrena humans friends and furry friends. Here is an bit more information on two of the animals we share the beach with 🦭...
16/09/2022

Mōrena humans friends and furry friends.

Here is an bit more information on two of the animals we share the beach with 🦭🐧

If you happen to notice any of Coastal Otago's special wildlife along our beaches please make sure that a lead is on your dog, or choose a different walking spot.
Lets keep every safe on the beach as we head into the warmer months.🤞🏼🤞🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

Quiz: https://www.doc.govt.nz/lead-the-way-quiz

Good evenings pups and pup owners! It was awesome to meet (and play with) so many of you on Saturday at our conservation...
14/09/2022

Good evenings pups and pup owners! It was awesome to meet (and play with) so many of you on Saturday at our conservation week event. If you were unable to join us down at the esplanade, do not worry because you can do the quiz and purchase a lead from home. Pm us if you have any questions :) :)

Let's share the beach!

Quiz: https://www.doc.govt.nz/lead-the-way-quiz

Good morning to our furry friends and their owners🐾🐶Don't forget that tomorrow we will be down near the Esplanade at S...
08/09/2022

Good morning to our furry friends and their owners🐾🐶

Don't forget that tomorrow we will be down near the Esplanade at St Clair, so if you're already down there feel free to come and say hi, have a chat with us and take our quiz! Also come say hi to Doug, I'm sure he'll appreciate it 😁

Check out our event on Event Finder for some more information!
06/09/2022

Check out our event on Event Finder for some more information!

Lead The Way, Come and chat to DOC rangers at St Clair Beach about our Lead the Way programme to ..., St Clair Beach, Dunedin, Otago, 10 September 2022,

Happy Conservation Week! 🐶🌿This year the focus is based on how we can all take action for nature!At Lead the Way we work...
06/09/2022

Happy Conservation Week! 🐶🌿
This year the focus is based on how we can all take action for nature!
At Lead the Way we work to keep our wildlife and our pups safe and sound from one another. Check out this handsome pup and his Lead the Way lead, keeping a safe distance!
To learn more about this initiative, please take our quiz and see what you can do to help protect our fauna 🐶🐧
-https://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/know-before-you-go/dog-access/wildlife-wise/quiz/
Also, watch this space as we have something exciting coming up very soon!😉

Lead the way is officially back in action!! We are a group of five university students volunteering for Lead the Way as ...
16/08/2022

Lead the way is officially back in action!! We are a group of five university students volunteering for Lead the Way as a class project. We hope to spread awareness for Lead the Way, to allow our native coastal wildlife to thrive.

If you are a Dunedin dog owner you should get involved and become

Our quiz enables dog owners to become wildlife wise so they can help protect native coastal species, whilst also caring for their furry companions. Get involved and gain access to exclusive Lead the Way dog leads!

Quiz: https://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/know-before-you-go/dog-access/wildlife-wise/quiz/

We've wound back the clocks which means spring is well and truly here! 🌱☀While its a great time for you and your pup to ...
27/09/2021

We've wound back the clocks which means spring is well and truly here! 🌱☀

While its a great time for you and your pup to head out and enjoy an extra hour of sun in the evening, its also the time when many of our feathered friends are nesting.

Did you know, one of our more common seabirds is in decline? Tarāpunga (or Red-Billed Gull) have an expected population decline of 50-70% over the 3 generations.

You can do your bit to help them out by making sure your dogs stay away from gulls at the beach, and keep them on a lead around wildlife.

For more tips, check out the Lead The Way page: https://bit.ly/3kJ9xME

To find out more about Tarāpunga: https://bit.ly/39Gqfpy

📷: Chris Page

It's Conservation Week! We know your paws have been itching to get out and about on the coast to spread your legs 🐾🦵 Che...
10/09/2021

It's Conservation Week! We know your paws have been itching to get out and about on the coast to spread your legs 🐾🦵

Check out this cool blog from our friends at DOC, where they've shared some of their favourite spots and tips for how to keep your pooch and wildlife safe while you're there.

For more tips head to our quizzes below

The blog: https://bit.ly/2X92dRe

Canterbury quiz: https://bit.ly/3ldF4VM
Dunedin: https: https://bit.ly/2X87CI9

Spring has arrived! The days are longer which means more time to refresh in nature with your dog. Regardless of the country’s shifting Alert Levels, there are many local, dog friendly walks to explore.

Give your Welly friends a shout!As you might have seen from our post a few weeks back Leopard seals are out and about ar...
10/08/2021

Give your Welly friends a shout!

As you might have seen from our post a few weeks back Leopard seals are out and about around our coasts!

Remind them to bring their lead when they're out and about and keep at least 20m away from wildlife 🐾

As you've likely heard, a leopard seal has been hanging out on Lyall Bay beach today near the dog exercise area.

While they may look cute and cuddly, they can be very dangerous so please keep your distance and ensure your dogs are on a leash.

Thanks to Bradley Garner Creative for the photo!

When walking the beach, what area should your dog completely avoid?a) wet sandb) the waterc) sand dunesDid you and your ...
03/08/2021

When walking the beach, what area should your dog completely avoid?

a) wet sand
b) the water
c) sand dunes

Did you and your pooch nail that answer? 🐾

For the answer, and more tips, check out the quizzes below:

Dunedin quiz: https://bit.ly/3gkOVIF
Canterbury quiz: https://bit.ly/32thb3A

📷: Smaill's Beach, Chris Page

Would you let your pup play with a leopard? While we don’t have big cats on our shores, did you know that leopard seals ...
16/07/2021

Would you let your pup play with a leopard?

While we don’t have big cats on our shores, did you know that leopard seals often visit New Zealand in winter?

Pictured here, they have a long, slim body, a large head and characteristic grey spots. Female leopard seals can even weigh up to half a tonne! This leopard seal was seen at Waikouaiti last week. Be sure to keep an eye out, especially through winter 👀

Have you spotted one yet? Leopard seals need rest when they come to shore, and they don’t find meeting your pup very relaxing! If you spot one, or other wildlife on your walks make sure you keep well away and recall your pup to put on their lead.

For more Wildlife Wise tips check out the quizzes below:
Dunedin quiz: https://bit.ly/3gkOVIF
Canterbury quiz: https://bit.ly/32thb3A

More about leopard seals: https://bit.ly/3rqskOB

📸: Giverny Kate Forbes

It's definitely felt like winter this week! Despite the "ruff" weather, your pup's are probably still keen for the beach...
30/06/2021

It's definitely felt like winter this week! Despite the "ruff" weather, your pup's are probably still keen for the beach - but so are your furry seal friends! Check out this cool article from Stuff which gives you some good tips on how to keep you, your pups and fur seals safe this winter 🐾

For more tips, and to become Wildlife Wise, check out our quizzes below!

Dunedin quiz: https://bit.ly/3gkOVIF
Canterbury quiz: https://bit.ly/32thb3A

https://www.stuff.co.nz/national/300344633/doc-warns-owners-to-control-dogs-as-seal-season-sets-in

As seals around the country take to land for the winter months, DOC urges Kiwis to be careful and control their dogs.

Heading for a walk with this week? St. Clair is a great place for your pup to stretch his legs🐾 Wildlife love the beach ...
21/06/2021

Heading for a walk with this week? St. Clair is a great place for your pup to stretch his legs🐾 Wildlife love the beach to, so keep an eye out and remember there is space for each so share the beach! 🌊

To learn more and become Wildlife Wise, take our quiz:

Dunedin quiz: https://bit.ly/3gkOVIF
Canterbury quiz: https://bit.ly/32thb3A

📸: John Richardson

17/06/2021

Congratulations to Tamsin Greer , who has won an amazing prize pack for her pup 🐾🎁🎉
Thanks to all who entered, and watch this space for more in the future!
We'll be in touch next week to arrange your prize 😊

REMINDER! Competition closes on Thursday! 🏆Get your entries in to win an amazing prize pack for your pup! 🐶🎉TO ENTER: 1....
15/06/2021

REMINDER! Competition closes on Thursday! 🏆
Get your entries in to win an amazing prize pack for your pup! 🐶🎉

TO ENTER:
1. Like our page
2. Tell us your answer to question 5 of the Lead the Way quiz
3. Tag a friend

Dunedin quiz: https://bit.ly/3gkOVIF
Canterbury quiz: https://bit.ly/32thb3A

COMPETITION TIME 🏆

Get your paws on an awesome prize pack thanks to our friends at Traffic Light Bandanas - For Dogs 🐾

TO ENTER:
1. Like our page Lead the Way
2. Tell us your answer to question 5 of the Lead the Way quiz in the comments below
3. Tag a friend

Get in quick, entries close Thursday 17 June

Dunedin quiz: https://bit.ly/3gkOVIF
Canterbury quiz: https://bit.ly/32thb3A

Address


Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Lead the Way posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Lead the Way:

Videos

We are down at St Clair right now!! Come say hi and take our quiz!!

Happy Pet Appreciation Week!
Happy Pet Appreciation Week!

Happy Pet Appreciation Week! As you can see, our friend Riley is excited! Show us below how your pup is celebrating this week! Hitting the beach is a great way to celebrate with your pup. Before you are out and about, why not take the quiz to become wildlife wise. Dunedin quiz: https://bit.ly/3gkOVIF Canterbury quiz: https://bit.ly/32thb3A 🎥: Chris Page

Lead the Way this summer - Share your knowledge
Lead the Way this summer - Share your knowledge

As locals and kaitiaki (guardians), we have an important role to play - to protect and preserve our coast and the biodiversity it holds. You can make a significant difference when modelling the right behaviour on the beach and helping others out who may be unsure. It’s as easy as reminding fellow beach users that we are all required to keep 20 meters from wildlife – which is the perfect distance for stopping and enjoying our magnificent species in their natural space. If you have become a wildlife certified dog owner, lead the way and share your knowledge this summer!

Introducing Lead the Way
Introducing Lead the Way

DOC and Traffic Light Bandana have teamed together to offer Dunedin dog owners the chance to become wildlife certified and learn how to be better prepared for interacting with our coastal wildlife. We will be at the Otago Farmers Market, Saturday 17th of November, to launch this awesome initiative. Come down and see us there or head to www.doc.govt.nz/lead-the-way for more information! Become a wildlife certified dog owner, because together we can Lead the Way

Shortcuts

  • Address
  • Alerts
  • Contact The Business
  • Videos
  • Claim ownership or report listing

  • Want your business to be the top-listed Pet Store/pet Service?

Share

Lead the Way

Our beaches are home to some special species, including endangered New Zealand sea lions/rapoka and yellow-eyed penguins/hoiho. They’re also a great place for humans and dogs alike to get out and enjoy nature. However, our coastal wildlife and dogs just don’t mix. We have previously seen uncontrolled pups disturbing sunbathing sea lions or have injured vulnerable penguins. These interactions can be harmful to not only coastal wildlife, but our dogs as well.

Becoming a wildlife certified dog owner helps to keep our wildlife, and your furry friends, safe on the beach. This programme educates Dunedin dog owners on how to be better prepared for interacting with our spectacular coastal wildlife. Lead the Way teaches you that it’s easy to be prepared as there is space for each, all we have to do is share the beach!

Take the quiz to become wildlife certified and you’ll gain access to the exclusive Traffic Light Bandana Lead the Way leads. Using this lead lets your fellow dog walkers know whether your pup is friendly (green), cautious with interaction (orange) or would prefer to keep to themselves (red); There is even an option for your blind or deaf dogs (yellow). With each lead purchased you will also be donating to Dunedin’s Wildlife Hospital to help wildlife that are injured or distressed.

How Can I Get Involved? • Step One: Take the quiz to become a wildlife certified dog owner at www.doc.govt.nz/lead-the-way • Step Two: Use the supplied link you will then receive via email to purchase the exclusive Lead the Way lead from Traffic Light Bandana. This will let beach users know you are wildlife certified. • Step Three: Use your lead when out and about to help promote responsible dog ownership on our beaches. Easy as!