Check lead requirements first
Harz National Park requires dogs to be on a lead all year. Elsewhere rules may differ or apply seasonally. Check before visiting and keep your dog close enough to prevent chasing or disturbing animals.
Evidence / further reading: Nationalpark Harz · Brut- und Setzzeit ↗
Give wildlife space
Watching wildlife with a dog still means keeping your distance. Allow enough room to move away. Follow local guidance for dog waste and disposal; filled bags must never be left beside the path.
Evidence / further reading: National Park Service · Watching Wildlife ↗
Sources & further reading
Facts and basic guidance draw on the sources below. Observation exercises and reflections are our own invitations.
