{"id":11736,"date":"2023-02-01T13:40:02","date_gmt":"2023-02-01T21:40:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/napahumane.org\/?p=11736"},"modified":"2023-02-21T13:58:40","modified_gmt":"2023-02-21T21:58:40","slug":"alternatives-to-dog-parks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/napahumane.org\/alternatives-to-dog-parks\/","title":{"rendered":"Alternatives to Dog Parks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know there are three dog parks in Napa? While this might seem a great resource to exercise your dog, these meet-ups aren&#8217;t for every pup. Dog parks can be crowded, unpredictable, and downright overwhelming for even a socialized dog. Various dogs, and breeds, have different play behaviors. While some may enjoy a game of tug with a stick, others dogs may find that behavior aggressive, or this might kick in guarding instincts. You also don&#8217;t know vaccination status or health, and diseases and parasites can be shared easily. So think carefully if a dog park\u00a0is what is best for your best friend.<\/p>\n<p>If not, don&#8217;t worry; you can do plenty of other things outside your regular walks to keep your dog active and entertained.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-11737\" src=\"https:\/\/napahumane.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Dog_Walk.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1059\" srcset=\"https:\/\/napahumane.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Dog_Walk.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/napahumane.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Dog_Walk-300x212.jpg 300w, https:\/\/napahumane.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Dog_Walk-1024x723.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/napahumane.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Dog_Walk-768x542.jpg 768w, https:\/\/napahumane.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Dog_Walk-1200x847.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 85vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 1362px) 62vw, 840px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Doggie Playdates:\u00a0<\/strong>Arrange small group play-dates with dogs with compatible play styles and fully vaccinated.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Doggie Daycare:\u00a0<\/strong>Doggie daycares are monitored by trained professionals who watch over your pup&#8217;s behavior and enforce the rules.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Obedience Training;\u00a0<\/strong>Teach your dog a new command per week. They love the one-on-one time with you and enjoy the praise and treats.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Playtime at home:<\/strong>\u00a0Use interactive toys, like treat dispensers, that keep your pup busy indoors where it&#8217;s safe.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know there are three dog parks in Napa? While this might seem a great resource to exercise your dog, these meet-ups aren&#8217;t for every pup. Dog parks can be crowded, unpredictable, and downright overwhelming for even a socialized dog. Various dogs, and breeds, have different play behaviors. 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