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Dog parks are a great way to let your special canine pal let off some steam. The wide open spaces, neat trails, familiar and new scents to track down, as well as the companionship of old and new canine friends and their parents makes it a high time for all. Great fun!
Whether you visit your local dog park or find a new one nearby or while travelling, there are a number of tips to keep in mind, so that everyone gets along together. These 8 essentials of pet-iquette guidelines include:
1. Be sure to have dog tags on your dog's collar, so that he can be identified, and is "legal".
2. Mingle with other dog owners... say hello to other proud dog owners and chat for a minute to let your own dog get the sense of safety with the people and pets that are around. You'll be able to see how many dogs are around and how boisterous they may be.
3. Keep your canine pal on a leash to first explore the park, if your dog is a bit shy or nervous. Most dogs run free together with many other dogs and this can sometimes be a big challenge to their owners if fights break out.
4. Take a ball thrower to entertain your dog. This is a fun way to let him run free for a while but keeps him coming back. This routine will feel safe and build yor dog's confidence... as long as another dog doesn't go after the same ball... if this happens, find a new sopt to continue th game, or if possible, include the other dog as a play pal for your dog... get the other owner involved too.
5. Keep pet treats at home. Do not bring treats to the park as this will only become a problem for you as other dogs get the scent (or sense) of treat time and will not understand why they are not included. Spare yourself and the other dog owners this anxiety.
6. Do not bring your dog to the park if he or she is ill... this is not fair to anyone, including your dog.
7. Have a huge towel and a gallon jug of water available to clean your pet pals feet and toys... as often the dog parks can be muddy. With dogs tracking freely around, there could be more to contend with than mud... so be prepared for a good cleanup before heading back into your vehicle.
8. Ensure there is lots of extra water for yourself and your dog to drink, as playing will give both of you a big thirst.
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