"No Christmas market" & Co.

How humans and dogs can get through the Advent season safely

Instead of the hustle and bustle and chaotic crowds, how about a private Christmas market at home? Definitely much more pleasant for your dog!(Bild: Dasha Petrenko)

Friends, mulled wine, Christmas markets: yes, that makes people happy - but their pets much less so. Pets prefer to stay at home, and that's a good thing: Because the December days leading into the New Year are stressful enough. How can dogs and their owners get through Advent in a relaxed manner and prepare for the festive season? We have the best tips for you!

"Advent markets are very nice for us humans - but not a place where dogs should be," says animal welfare-qualified dog trainer Sabine Koch-Bischof. "It's loud, it's dark, it's also cold for the dog while we warm ourselves with punch - and it's often crowded, then someone might step on the animal's paws or there might be something on the floor that could hurt the dog."