How do I introduce my puppy to dog park?
Carli Jacobi
2025-05-17 20:35:15
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If your pup hasn’t had much experience with other dogs, introducing them one-on-one in a safe, neutral environment can help them learn to socialize in a gentle way. Try to ensure that your dog gets some exercise prior to going into the dog park, especially for the first time. This will help to prevent over-excitement, which may lead to them bounding over other dogs and having poor manners, which can lead to some doggy disagreements. Rather than driving to the dog park, walking there should be enough to calm your pup if the park is within reasonable distance. When you go to a fenced dog park for the very first time it’s a good idea to walk the outside perimeter of the fence if possible. Many dog parks will have separate fenced areas for large dogs and small dogs. If you have a young puppy you may want to consider introducing them to the small dog side first. Timing Is Everything, imagine trying to make 100 new friends today - Feeling overwhelmed, this is how your pup can feel during their first park visit, that’s why we recommend doing your first visit outside of peak hours.
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