Are we allowed to wear PTs while walking our dog?

SPC(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 20 Jan 2020 13:40:58 -0500

Response by SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth made Jan 20 at 2020 1:42 PM

SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth — Mon, 20 Jan 2020 13:42:02 -0500

I don't see any problem with that.

Response by CW5 Jack Cardwell made Jan 20 at 2020 2:17 PM

CW5 Jack Cardwell — Mon, 20 Jan 2020 14:17:48 -0500

Check out chapter 12 of AR 690-1 if I remember correctly.

Response by MAJ Javier Rivera made Jan 20 at 2020 2:34 PM

MAJ Javier Rivera — Mon, 20 Jan 2020 14:34:27 -0500

AR670-1 might have the answer you’re looking for!

Response by SPC David S. made Jan 20 at 2020 2:52 PM

SPC David S. — Mon, 20 Jan 2020 14:52:20 -0500

Assuming your dog is wearing a reflector belt -

Response by CPL Gary Pifer made Jan 20 at 2020 3:15 PM

CPL Gary Pifer — Mon, 20 Jan 2020 15:15:42 -0500

Real life... you can do anything until caught....

Response by SPC Stewart Smith made Jan 20 at 2020 3:32 PM

SPC Stewart Smith — Mon, 20 Jan 2020 15:32:20 -0500

Yes. Tuck in your shirt. You'll be fine.
Also, don't forget your reflective head band, belt, arm straps, dog collar. Reflective belts on every part of your body.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 20 at 2020 3:32 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 20 Jan 2020 15:32:52 -0500

Why would you want to?

Response by LTC Jason Mackay made Jan 20 at 2020 9:27 PM

LTC Jason Mackay — Mon, 20 Jan 2020 21:27:13 -0500

AR670-1
10–3. Occasions for wear
a. All-purpose wear. The physical fitness uniform is authorized for wear on and off duty, on and off the installation, unless restricted by the commander. Soldiers may wear all or part of the physical fitness uniform with civilian attire off the installation, unless restricted by the commander. The physical fitness uniform is not intended for wear as an all- purpose uniform when other uniforms are more appropriate.
b. Approved wear. The physical fitness uniform is prescribed for year-round wear for all Soldiers, unless otherwise directed by the commander. Soldiers may wear the physical fitness uniform off-post unless prohibited by the commander.
c. Restrictions on wear.
(1) Soldiers may not wear the physical fitness uniform for commercial travel.
(2) Personnel may not wear the physical fitness uniform in off-post establishments, unless for purchase of essential items (for example, gas).
(3) The physical fitness uniform is not considered appropriate for social or official functions off the installation, such
as memorial services, funerals, weddings, inaugurals, patriotic ceremonies, and similar functions. (4) Commanders may further restrict wear of the physical fitness uniform per paragraph 2–5c. (5) The physical fitness uniform is not appropriate for parades, reviews, and ceremonies.

Yes, walking your dog as PT with no other stops like the Shoppette could be considered an occasion for wear, especially if you are walking your dog before or right after organized PT. Sure I get it, but other wise, why would you?

Response by CSM Darieus ZaGara made Jan 21 at 2020 5:36 AM

CSM Darieus ZaGara — Tue, 21 Jan 2020 05:36:07 -0500

Yes. Unless the command has placed a restriction on uniforms off base for some safety related problem.

Response by SFC Christopher Taggart made Jan 21 at 2020 6:39 AM

SFC Christopher Taggart — Tue, 21 Jan 2020 06:39:31 -0500

If you're a Veteran or Retiree...go for it with respect...otherwise, follow the uniform regulation...PTs are still considered a uniform and should be worn as such.

Response by SGT Robert Wager made Jan 21 at 2020 6:43 PM

SGT Robert Wager — Tue, 21 Jan 2020 18:43:48 -0500

Not if your NCO support channel or chain of command said you can’t.

These questions are often answered for you when you are challenged and instructed not to do something.