Visiting the dog park : eBay Guides

1. Make your first visit without your dog to familiarize yourself with the site (parking, access gates, etc.). Make your initial doggie visit at a time that is not as busy. Daytime hours during the week and late afternoons on the week-end are generally quiet times at the dog park.

2. Remember that many dogs who visit the dog park are NOT socialized to children. Keep children close and allow NO running, screaming or food. Do not allow them to approach a dog without permission of the dog's handler.

3. Know your dog! Not all dogs are good candidates for off-leash dog parks.

4. Let your dog off-leash as soon as you arrive within the boundaries of the park. Mixing leashed and unleashed dogs commonly causes problems.

5. Keep walking! Walking, rather than sitting or standing will help minimize defensive and territorial behaviors. This means your dog is more likely to pass another dog with a friendly sniff instead of a stare down.

6. Be aware that dogs have different play styles, temperaments and physical abilities. Many dogs love rambunctious play but some are timid  and aloof. Be prepared to leash up and leave if your dog is acting in an aggressive manner.

7. Pick up poop - always, everywhere! Nobody likes to look at or step in, dog poop.


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