In theory, dog parks are a wonderful way for dogs to socialize with other friendly dogs. It is important that owners who frequent dog parks know the limitations of their pets and act accordingly to keep playgroups interacting in a safe and responsible manner.
Resources
Here are some helpful links to help you learn more about dog body language
- Video on Warning Signs of a Bite from trainer Michael Burkey's web site
- "Talking Dog: Dog Body Lanuage" from trainer Stacy Braslau-Schneck's web site
- "Reading Canine Body Postures" from the ASPCA web site
- "Canine Body Language" from the ASPCA Virtual Behaviorist web site
- "Dog Body Language" by Sherry Woodard from the Best Friends Animal Society web site
- "Your dog may be trying to tell you something - are you listening?" from the Doggone Safe web site
- "Dog Body Language 101" from the Dog Scouts web site
Visit the APDT website for more information on many great pet dog resources
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