When I talk about dog parks here, I am referring to enclosed dog parks; where there is a fenced area and owners can bring their dogs to play with other dogs off-leash.

Dog parks can be a fun experience for your dog, and a good way to expend some of his boundless energy.

However, dog parks may also be very stressful for some dogs, may result in dog fights, and may cause dog behavioral issues.

The quality of a dog park depends on the people who frequent the dog park.

If you want to explore this possibility get all the information you can and make sure to visit the park before bringing your dog.

I am not a big proponent of dog parks because all it takes is one irresponsible owner and his unbalanced, under socialized dog, to start a fight. If your dog absolutely loves playing with other dogs, then consider dog daycare, dog walking, or inviting dogs over to your house.

A dog park can be very stressful on both you and your dog. Unless your dog is very balanced and you have good off-leash control of him, a dog park is generally a bad idea.

The good and bad of dog parks …

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