We have a new dog park where we live. We had none before. I have to say it is *great*.
- Our dog can run free (check the photo).
- Our dog can socialize with other dogs (we really needed this). We had a couple of small fights but nothing big.
- The dogs have a place where they can be off leash and not be a danger to themselves or an annoyance/danger to other people.
- We meet other dog owners.
The dog park not only has been put in place, but it is being improved as well. Benches have been added, gates improved and it seems they will add a much needed fountain and some trash cans. They will even add lights.
About dog fights
If my dog is involve I never let it escalate. If I smell conflict I call my dog and make her run in another direction. If she or the other dog insist on attacking, I just grab Happy (our dog) from the back legs and pull her out of it. I only get in between the two dogs if a fight has not started but I suspect it may.
I never let Happy fight, if I have doubts between if they are playing or fighting, I prefer to err on the safe side and not let the dogs figure it out and then be sorry.
