Standard Time Again on the Main Line

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Daylight savings time ended this weekend, and even though we got an extra hour of sleep, I am still feeling sluggish. Perhaps it is because the days seem so much shorter. With the sun setting around 5:00 in the evening, some of us are going and coming from work in the dark. But just because the sun has set, doesn't mean that our day is over. For those of us with pets, walks must still happen regardless of the visibility. Since it will probably be dark whether you walk your dog in the morning or evening, there are some precautions you should take to protect both you and your pet. It is important that you can see as well as be seen. There are plenty of options available to make sure you and your dog are visible, including; reflective collars, leashes and harnesses, flashlights or other light-up products. Stop by Braxton's Animal Works to see the large selection of reflective gear for you and your dog. Consider using one or more of the following to ensure your safety.

Visibility Products:

• Collars and leashes with reflective strips and lights, so that even when a light is not shining on your dog, the lights will illuminate your dog in the dark -- blinking lights and steady lights are both available
• Clip-on blinking lights, to attach to your clothing and to your dog’s leash
• Collar tags with reflective coating
• Brightly colored and reflective vests for you and your dog
• Reflective leg bands for your dog
• Flashlights that attach to your dog’s collar, or onto your own head (e.g., the type used by mushers, climbers and miners)
• Lighted pooper scooper or combination flashlight waste bag holder/dispenser

For more information and tips on nighttime dog walking, click here.

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