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How to Safely Introduce Dogs to Each Other

How to Safely Introduce Dogs to Each Other

"Don't worry. He's good with other dogs." I'm sure you've heard that statement before. But some dog owners forget that just because a dog is good with one dog doesn't mean he's good with all dogs. Sometimes certain personalities or energy levels don't mix. This post includes some safety reminders onHow to introduce two dogs for a walk or playdate.1. Prevent direct eye contact between the dogs. Some dogs try to put their faces right up to other dogs. This can be OK for dogs that already …
Jul 02, 2023 Lindsay Stordahl
Teach Big Dogs to Play Nicely With Small Dogs

Teach Big Dogs to Play Nicely With Small Dogs

We all want our dogs of all sizes to get along, but sometimes the owners of small dogs can get (understandably) a little nervous about inviting bigger dogs to play.  Here in Fargo, the dog parks are even divided up with an area for "big dogs" and an area for "small dogs." The following are some ideas toHelp your dog (no matter her size) get along with larger and smaller dogs. 1. All dog introductions should be slow. When a new dog enters the dog park, all the other dogs come chargin …
Jul 25, 2013 Lindsay Stordahl

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