Dog Park “Don’ts”

By: DogTrekker Staff

Turn an unsocialized canine loose in a dog park.
Bring a dog into an off-leash park on a leash. (Doing so can trigger aggression toward the loose dogs that will immediately surround you.)
Bring treats unless you like being jumped on.
Expect other dogs to leave you and your four-legged friend alone while you play fetch.
Leave your belongings on a bench or chair; they're liable to be snatched by a playful pup who mistakes coats or hats for toys.
Bring young children into a dog park, as they can easily be bowled over by rambunctious canines.

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