Fiesty and Bully at the leash free park
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What are dog leash-free parks?
Areas of our public parks specially designated for leash-free dog activity. Usually fenced with double-gates to aid entry. A great way to socialize your dog with other dogs and people.
Why leash-free areas?
With the pace of life getting faster, and backyards getting smaller with increased housing density, it should come as no surprise that many dogs are getting less exercise. Leash-free areas can change that! According to the law dogs should be leashed at all time while in public.
While off-leash parks have been successful and work well there are precautions that any dog owner must take when you decide to use them. There are risks involved and these are clearly posted at the entrance to all parks along with the rules, which are strictly enforced. Please take a minute to read them, talk to your vet if you have further questions about the health issues and make sure you are well informed before you make the first visit to the park with your dog. It is always advisable to make the first visit at a quiet time. Midday during the week is the least busy and weekends and evenings are the busiest at all facilities. Let your dog get used to smaller groups first before exposing him to the large numbers of dogs that may be running loose. See how he reacts and then act accordingly. The facilities are a wonderful place to socialize your dog with other dogs but they are not for all dogs. If your dog doesn’t get along with the others, if he/she is intimidated and cowers, you may need to find a smaller play group for your pet. Many dog owners have come to the park with untrained dogs, seen how their dogs react and have opted to take them for obedience training. This is a benefit to all.
BENEFITS OF LEASH FREE PARKS:
- dogs can exercise safely off leash
- owners can meet other dog owners
- dogs can learn to socialize and play with other dogs of various breeds
- dog owners can learn about other dogs and training
CONCERNS FOR LEASH FREE PARKS
- potential dog fights
- potential dog bites
- spreading a disease
- some dogs may be intimidated by other dogs
If your dog is not spayed or neutered it may be harder to introduce him/her to other dogs. Make sure you start socializing process with the puppy and watch how your puppy interacts with other. As the dogs aproach each other watch their body language. Let them sniff each other and give a praise for nice greeting.