DOG PARKS!!!
I don't personally go to dog parks and I don't recommend them. When mentioned as an avenue for exercise I explain my viewpoint and reasons. I've posted articles and opinion on my GMBD Facebook page and have discussed the issue with many prospective pup owners. But as with anything else I'm sure some have slipped through the cracks. So, since I've likely still got everyones attention, I've got a story to share on the subject that I just became aware of today. This isn't an isolated incident. It's the third, that I'm aware of, that involved a pup of my breeding.
When I originally heard of dog parks as they started opening throughout the states, I thought "oh what a great idea" But as far as ideas go, I think they are likely one of the worst. Parks sound nice and can be. For people. But not generally for dogs. Dogs aren't people. If you want to take your dog to the park take it, on leash to a people park.... not a dog park. The problem with dogs parks -things may look calm and friendly when you enter the gate but you have no idea or control over who may open the gate and come in five minutes after you arrive. And it's unfortunate, people will knowingly take problem dogs to dog parks.
With permission from the owner of a pup from my last litter, now just shy of eight months old, I share her story and photos of her boy. Hopefully to spare others from making the same mistake.
I'm glad he survived. It doesn't always end so well. An eight month old pup really isn't equip mentally or physically for a fight with an adult dog.
"A not so great start to the new year. Yesterday Klaus was attacked by a pitbull at the park. He was minding his own business and just sniffing other dogs. The pit came across the park and attacked him. It would not let go and kept going after him. The owner's tried blaming it on the fact they are both intact. If your dog doesn't like other males then don't take him to social places. It's that easy. The owner's didn't say much or offer to help with the bills. I was in such a panic and didn't even think to call the police. Not like I could stick around and wait for them. We spent 5 hours at the emergency clinic. And this morning I dropped him off to be monitored and for additional treatment. He is home now and resting. It was very traumatizing and I still cry when I think about it."
When I originally heard of dog parks as they started opening throughout the states, I thought "oh what a great idea" But as far as ideas go, I think they are likely one of the worst. Parks sound nice and can be. For people. But not generally for dogs. Dogs aren't people. If you want to take your dog to the park take it, on leash to a people park.... not a dog park. The problem with dogs parks -things may look calm and friendly when you enter the gate but you have no idea or control over who may open the gate and come in five minutes after you arrive. And it's unfortunate, people will knowingly take problem dogs to dog parks.
With permission from the owner of a pup from my last litter, now just shy of eight months old, I share her story and photos of her boy. Hopefully to spare others from making the same mistake.
I'm glad he survived. It doesn't always end so well. An eight month old pup really isn't equip mentally or physically for a fight with an adult dog.
"A not so great start to the new year. Yesterday Klaus was attacked by a pitbull at the park. He was minding his own business and just sniffing other dogs. The pit came across the park and attacked him. It would not let go and kept going after him. The owner's tried blaming it on the fact they are both intact. If your dog doesn't like other males then don't take him to social places. It's that easy. The owner's didn't say much or offer to help with the bills. I was in such a panic and didn't even think to call the police. Not like I could stick around and wait for them. We spent 5 hours at the emergency clinic. And this morning I dropped him off to be monitored and for additional treatment. He is home now and resting. It was very traumatizing and I still cry when I think about it."
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On a side note... your pups are doing great and yes, I'm still working on week seven photos. Hard to believe these little monsters will be joining their families a week from today!!!
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