{"id":2804,"date":"2021-08-26T19:34:04","date_gmt":"2021-08-26T19:34:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carevetdev.kinsta.cloud\/hoschton\/?p=2804"},"modified":"2022-07-05T19:34:40","modified_gmt":"2022-07-05T19:34:40","slug":"safety-tips-for-the-dog-park","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carevet.com\/hoschton\/blog\/2021\/08\/26\/safety-tips-for-the-dog-park\/","title":{"rendered":"Safety Tips For The Dog Park"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"post-content\">\n<div style=\"transition: none 0s ease 0s; display: block;\" data-rss-type=\"text\">\n<p> <span style=\"display: initial;\"> Does Fido get super excited when he hears the word \u2018park?\u2019 The dog park may very well be one of your pup\u2019s favorite spots! Our canine buddies both enjoy and benefit from being able to interact and play with other pups. However, you will need to take some precautions to keep your furry friend safe. A local vet offers some tips on this below. <\/span> <\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> <span style=\"display: initial;\"> Training <\/span> <\/h2>\n<p> <span style=\"display: initial;\"> First things first! Before taking Fido to the park, make sure he obeys simple commands, like Sit, Stay, Come, and Heel. <\/span> <\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> <span style=\"display: initial;\"> Water <\/span> <\/h2>\n<p> <span style=\"display: initial;\"> Many dog parks have faucets or spigots. Some of them even have fountains for their furry guests to play in, which is of course adorable to watch. However, you should always bring water for Fido. Get into the habit of keeping a gallon or two of water in your car. That way, if there is no water available, your cute pet will still get the hydration he needs. (This is also handy for emergencies.) <\/span> <\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> <span style=\"display: initial;\"> Preventative Care <\/span> <\/h2>\n<p> <span style=\"display: initial;\"> Keep up with your pup\u2019s parasite control and vaccinations. We can\u2019t overstate how important this is! Dog parks are often hot spots for heartworms, which are carried from dog to dog via mosquitos. Fido could also pick up fleas, ticks, or other parasites. Ask your vet for more information. <\/span> <\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> <span style=\"display: initial;\"> Identification <\/span> <\/h2>\n<p> <span style=\"display: initial;\"> Make sure your furry buddy has been microchipped, and is wearing proper ID tags. You can never be too careful! <\/span> <\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> <span style=\"display: initial;\"> Discretion <\/span> <\/h2>\n<p> <span style=\"display: initial;\"> Dogs can get quite jealous and competitive with each other. You may want to try working on your furry friend\u2019s training at the park, but be careful. If Fido\u2019s buddies notice those dog biscuits you brought to use as rewards, you may find yourself at the center of a ruckus. <\/span> <\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> <span style=\"display: initial;\"> Playmates <\/span> <\/h2>\n<p> <span style=\"display: initial;\"> Socializing is very important for Man\u2019s Best Friend, both mentally and physically. Unfortunately, there\u2019s no guarantee that every pup at the park will be gentle and well-behaved. Keep an eye out for aggressive pups, and\/or female dogs in heat. That situation can create a lot of tension and bickering, especially among dogs that haven\u2019t been fixed. <\/span> <\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> <span style=\"display: initial;\"> Time It Right <\/span> <\/h2>\n<p> <span style=\"display: initial;\"> We\u2019re moving into fall now, and the hottest weather of the year is behind us. However, you\u2019ll still need to pay attention to temperatures. When it\u2019s really hot out, don\u2019t bring Fido to the park in the middle of the day. Go in the mornings or evenings, when it\u2019s cooler out. <\/span> <\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<p> <span style=\"display: initial;\"> Please reach out if ever we can be of assistance. As your local animal clinic, we are here to help! <br \/> <\/span> <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Does Fido get super excited when he hears the word \u2018park?\u2019 The dog park may very well be one of your pup\u2019s favorite spots! 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