For Paws Terms and Conditions

For Paws is managed and operated by Hampshire County Council.

Bookings

All sessions must be booked online using the For Paws booking system.

By booking a session, you agree to adhere to these Terms and Conditions.

Each session is limited to 50 minutes to allow a 10‑minute buffer period ensuring successive users do not come into contact with each other or each other’s dogs.

Bookings are non‑refundable, unless we cancel your booking.

We may cancel your booking at any time. If we cancel your booking, you may request an alternative session without further payment or a full refund.

On Site

You must park your vehicle in the dedicated space for the field you have booked and leave the space promptly after the end of your session.

Enter the parking bay and close the gate before letting your dog(s) out of your vehicle to ensure safety.

Use the key code provided to enter the pedestrian gate into the field, ensuring it is closed behind you. Please contact us at [email protected] if you have not received a key code before you arrive.

You are advised not to arrive more than a few minutes before the start of your session and to remain in your vehicle until your session is due to begin.

Before entering the field, you must ensure no one else is there. If another user is present when your session should start, please email [email protected] immediately.

A maximum of four dogs can be in the fields at the same time.

All dogs must be supervised at all times while you are on site.

Children are welcome but must be supervised at all times.

Please discourage your dog(s) from excessive noise.

Please discourage digging and report holes to [email protected].

You must bring your own poo bags and pick up your dog’s waste. Use the dedicated dog waste bins provided.

All toys, treats, and items brought into the field must be taken home.

Spot checks may be carried out, and repeated failures to clean up may result in suspension.

No smoking, vaping, or alcohol use is permitted.

The booking is for exercising dogs only — no barbecues, drones, or other activities.

Abusive behaviour will result in being banned.

Your session must end at the booked time and must not overrun.

Safety and Liability

By booking, you accept the natural risks present in outdoor fields. You use the field at your own risk.

You are responsible for supervising all people, animals, and belongings you bring on site.

We are not responsible for injuries or damage except where caused by our negligence.

You are responsible for your dog’s behaviour and any damage caused. Your dog(s) must have valid third‑party liability insurance.

If you bring others with you or send someone in your place, you are responsible for their safety and compliance.

Nothing excludes liability for death or personal injury due to our negligence.

Fencing

We regularly inspect and maintain the fences. Please report any issues to [email protected].

We cannot guarantee dogs will not escape. We are not liable for escape‑related incidents unless caused by our negligence.

The fence height is 1.8 metres. Assess your dog’s ability to escape before booking.

Restricted Breeds

Dogs regulated under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 may attend only if:

You have a certificate of exemption and valid public liability insurance.

The dog is kept on a lead and muzzled between your vehicle and the field.

You follow government guidance: https://www.gov.uk/control-dog-public

You maintain a 1:1 dog-to-handler ratio (or more handlers than dogs).

Dog Health and Wellbeing

All dogs must be up to date with vaccinations and worming.

Puppies under 8 weeks old are not permitted.

All dogs must be microchipped in accordance with the law.

Do not attend if your dog has been unwell within the last 72 hours.

If your dog becomes unwell while in the field, you must clean up any mess. Contact [email protected] if you need assistance.

You must follow all animal welfare legislation.

Data Protection

Your data will be used only to manage your booking and may be shared with Cinolla (booking system supplier). It will be kept for up to seven years.

For details, see: https://www.hants.gov.uk/dataprotection

You may raise concerns with the County Council’s Data Protection Officer or the Information Commissioner’s Office.

Other Terms

We may update these terms at any time without notice.

These terms are governed by English law.

If any term is found unlawful, the remainder still apply.

These terms do not create a partnership or agency relationship.

If you have concerns, contact us at [email protected].

Users who breach these terms may be asked to leave and barred from future bookings.

Please enjoy For Paws fields — we look forward to welcoming you back.

For Paws, Hampshire County Council