DOG PARKS—WHY THEY ARE A BAD IDEA
Taking your bud to the dog park seems like a terrific idea—yes? Well, not really. If every owner was savvy and not lazy, then yes. However, statistically speaking, most dog fights occur at that doggie heaven we call a dog park. Why are dog parks dangerous places? The main reason is that most owners don't understand dog behavior. They believe it's the perfect spot for their pups to socialize or get some much needed exercise. Simply not true. In fact, if you really feel you need to take your buddy to the dog park, you should ensure that he or she has been properly exercised first. I realize this sounds counterintuitive, but the reasoning is 100% solid. Why? A dog that has been inside or alone for hours has pent-up energy, and bringing this dog into an extremely stimulating environment, such as a park with other dogs, is like holding a match really close to a stick of dynamite and hoping the fuse doesn't catch fire. Also, when dogs play they are practice fighting. Practice