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Originally Posted by OwnedByJezebel  I hear you about the dog park. I love taking mine there, and generally it is a very positive experience and they really enjoy it.
Regardless of what I've said above, I will continue to visit the park because my dogs LOVE it. And, I have met some really nice people and some great dogs there. I won't let the 1% of the crap keep them from enjoying the other fun 99%, I will just keep a close eye on my dogs so that I can protect them from that 1%. |
You hit the nail on the head with this list. It seems though the vibe changes from dog park to dog park, area to area. In Irvine, a college community. It's full of people that are educated, open minded, and well.... actually have a love for their pets. When Kaji and I use to go to that dog park it was so good for him. Kaji LOVES dog parks. He romps, he plays, it is the only place his true personality comes out. Most people there take responsibility of their pets behaviors and pick up after them.
BUT, there was this click that just didn't get it. Kaji was cornered once by a lady and picked up against his will. I ran over and asked if she could please put the dog down. He was scratching her face trying to get away. She looked at me and rudely said, "What do you care? This isn't your dog." I was so mad! I looked at Kaji and said, "Kaji baby, do you wanna go home with momma?" Which of course made him wiggle and squirm even more. He almost fell right out of her arms. I scooped him up, kissed him and we went home.
I've had worse experiences in other dog parks. Kaji and I were both attacked by two small dogs. It's been my experience that you have to feel a dog park out and try different times. Like Gemy said, try during the less busy times. I'm going to take her advice when Kaji and I go to the dog beach in the next few days. I might wait until next week so we can go mid week.