Dog parks

[luvofallhorses]

I personally won't take any dogs I have to a dog park, but that's just me.

[Taz_Zoee]

Since Zoee is not here for three weeks, I took Taggart to the dog park today. Something I normally don't do because I can't handle both dogs with Zoee's leash reactivity.

Taggart had a blast!! This park I have only had one bad experience at. Zoee and another dog got into it and the other owner made me feel like it was all my dogs fault. We left shortly after that. But usually all owners are very attentive to their dog(s) or don't mind if another owner steps in to correct their dog. Today this little Pit Bull puppy that looks like it was mixed with English Bulldog was being ganged up on. One dog was biting his neck (not hard at all) and then other dogs were mounting him. Taggart saw that and decided to join in. I don't think so! He was very good and stopped when I told him to.
Our dog park also has a separate area for small dogs. And if someone brings their small dog on the big dog side they'd better be ready for that dog to get ran over. Taggart and several other dogs were running full speed all around the field.

Don't be discouraged by a bad visit. I was hesitant to return after Zoee's incident. But decided if I saw that dog there (because I'd seen it several times before) we just wouldn't go in.

I love dog parks and wish I could go more often! I am going to try to figure out a way I can take Taggart more even after Zoee comes home.

[K9karen]

I can't wait for our yukky weather to break to start taking Mz Logan back to the dog park. It tends to get really muddy and dirty. There's one closer to use, but I've never been there. We got to know some amazing people and dogs at the "muddy" one, so that's where we go. There's 2 seperate enclosures, for large dogs, and those less than 25 pounds. Mz Logan hates being the sniffee but not the sniffer. The other dogs don't bother her (she has attitude but no biting or growling) but if someone does bring a smaller dog to the big side, she "adopts" it and is relentless, following it around. (I think she would have nade a great mom)

The dog owners, although talking etc, are right on top of things. If a newbie comes with a aggressive dog, they are told to leave. There was a guy with 3 huge, vicous dogs, who had it in for one poor, lovely boxer, and he hasn't been back. I love it there. It's an oasis for me. Socializing with wonderful people, beautiful dogs. Mz Logan may not run with the pack, but she trots around and uses up energy. Yay for spring!

[mollybeingartsy]

one of the biggest perks about living in Colorado is the local dog parks! My roomie and I live about 30 min away from this GIANT off leash dog park that's also a state park. We went there on Saturday and it was 80 degrees and it was packkkkked with happy pups, there's a giant reservoir where they can swim and run up and down this dirt hill. Not only do the dogs love it but we do too, there's nothing better then some exercised tired dogs at the end of a long day!

[Twisterdog]

I would never take my small dogs to our dog park. There is not a separate section for small dogs, and there's no way I'm taking that risk. I know a lot of people love dog parks, though.

[IRescue452]

Took both of mine and my mom's dog this weekend. Autumn enjoyed swimming in the ice water and all three came out of the park head to toe in mud and had to be wiped down before getting into the car. Then it was bath time back home. Didn't get pictures but I'm talking dark brown slimey mud. The snow has just melted.

[sasvermont]

The visits vary so. Some days the dogs are all friends and have tons of fun, and other days, the dogs are not playful but aggressive and the owners just ignore it. I always as who's dog is this one or who owns this dog, when they are ganging up. The owners also let their dogs rush the entrance area, which can terrify some dogs. I always make Prue come back from the entrance. I will sometimes stand and wait until the owners come and get their dogs, when entering. I really blame the owners for not paying attention. Those same folks often miss seeing their dog pooping because they are too busy yacking with each other.......

I know, I sound like I don't have fun there, but there are times when the dogs have so much fun and I do too. Like I said, it varies so. I think weekends are worse than during the week. I'll have to keep track of the days etc. just to see if there is a pattern.

Yesterday, two Goldendoddles got into a huge mud puddle and just covered themselves in muddy water. Prue wasn't interested thank goodness. A couple of dark dogs did the same and their owners were shaking their heads. Prue usually comes home with dirty paws and a ton of lawn clippings all in her fur, from rolling around while playing. She loves to be chased and taken down. She is quite fast on her feet so there are only a handful of dogs that can catch her. She comes home exhausted, which is good!

I will go back during the week this week, when the weather is a bit better. Right now we are having snow/rain - making the mud an issue.

I do love dog parks - and Prue does too! I wish we had one a little closer, as I have to travel about 30 miles round trip each time!