Home Run Dog Park Etiquette Course

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**Which of the following statements would be true in regards to creating a strong Dog Park culture?*(check all that apply)***

A.Start a clique of people at the dog park who criticize new visitors when they arrive and are starting to learn the rules.

B.Do my own thing, and ignore what other people are doing, even when they are violating the posted rules.

C.Take a kind and friendly approach when encountering someone who is not following the rules, and use education to bring about understanding and agreement in a civilized manner.

D.Know the rules yourself, and always insist that others follow them as well.

E.The best dog parks are those whose users band together to create a sense of community using education, peer pressure and when necessary the appropriate authorities to help regulate those who do not follow the rules of etiquette and common sense.

What is the best way to treat other dog owners you encounter at the Home Run Dog Park?

A.Regard all newcomers as rule breakers and give them an earful of abuse if they make any mistake following the rules.

B.Like competitors who are in your way while you are using the park.

C.Like strangers with no common interests. Take pictures of them and ridicule them on social media.

D.Treat other dog owners like they are part of your family with a common interest and love for dogs. Be respectful, educate when needed and help each other out.

Which of the following statements would be true about reading the rules before entering the Home Run Dog Park? (check all that apply)

A.Rules include all the signs in the park, including 'how to get a dog license' and 'picking up after your dog', etc.

B.It is best to not be a person who has to be approached and instructed on the rules because you failed to read them, and are breaking one more more of them in doing so.

C.The Home Run Dog Park rules are posted inside each gated entrance to the park.

D.The rules are not important.

Which of the following would be the a good example of winter protocol?

A.Complain about the unshoveled snow to others at the park and hope something will be done about it.

B.If you arrive at the dog park and it is not shoveled, take a moment and shovel the cement pad areas. If no shovel is present, submit a maintenance report on the Home Run Dog Park website so that the matter can be resolved as soon as possible.

C.Write a complaint letter to the local newspaper or politician.

D.Take a photo of all the unshoveled snow and complain about the City and volunteers running the park, ridiculing everyone connected on social media.

Which of the following would be an example of bringing an unhealthy dog to the dog park?

A.Bringing a dog that is being treated for a contagious condition of Sarcoptic mange.

B.Bringing a dog diagnosed with a non-contagious rash after seeing a veterinarian.

C.Bringing a dog that has a cold nose.

D.Bringing a dog 4 weeks after having surgery to be neutered.

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What would be some of the reasons it might be important to pause before entering the Home Run Dog Park? (check all that apply)

A.It gives me a chance to see if it might be better to walk a little further to another entrance because there are a lot of people about the exit with their dogs.

B.It is important to survey the scene of what is going on inside the park before entering. If there is a lot of dogs near the gate I am entering, it might be best to wait a moment and let the others dogs disperse or settle down before I enter with my dog.

C.Someone else might be exiting that same entrance, and it is never good to open both gates at the same time.

D.It gives me a chance to let my dog do his business outide the dog park on the Linear Path do I won't be required to pick it up.

Which of the following would be situation where it would be best to call the police or animal control? (check all that apply)

A.A person who has brought an acoustic guitar and is playing music while seated on one of the benches. They do not have a dog with them.

B.A dog has biten someone and broken the skin.

C.An intoxicated person stumbled into the dog park, and is passed out in the pavillion with a bottle next to them.

D.A person bringing a cup of coffee with them from Biggby's and sitting in the pavillion with it while watching their dog play.

E.A parent has brought in children under the age of 10 and is refusing to leave after being politely directed to the rules, and has become instead abusive and belligerent to others over the issue.

Which one of the statements below would be an important rule of dog park etiquette to ensure safety of not just your dog, but other dogs in using the Home Run Dog Park?

A.Ignoring the exact written rules, and interpreting the rules for others when they ask about them, instead of directing them to the posted signs.

B.Making sure I adhere to the integrity and safety of the double gated entrance system by closing and latching the gate behind me before opening the next one.

C.Making sure I adhere to the integrity and safety of all the dogs in the park by bringing in a large bag of dog food for all to share.

D.Carrying a large rubber stick with me to bonk any dog who is getting out of line on the head with it while I am at the dog park.

Which of the following would be the best action to take if you discovered something needed maintenance at the Home Run Dog Park?

A.Take a photo and complain about it on social media to everyone you know.

B.Go to the Home Run Dog Park website, and submit a maintenance request form.

C.Write a complaint letter to the local newspaper or politician.

D.Complain to others at the park and hope something will be done about it.

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You are the last to leave the Dog Park with your dog, and you discover someone has abandoned a dog. What should you do?

A.Let the dog escape into the neighborhood.

B.Take a picture and place it on social media, and leave.

C.Nothing. Just leave. It is not your problem.

D.Call animal control using the phone number posted near the entrance to alert them and wait for them to arrive, if possible, before you leave.

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**What are some types of events that would be prohibited at the Home Run Dog Park?*(check all that apply)***

A.You child's 8th birthday party.

B.A pet portrait photography event fundraiser in the pavillion.

C.A beer tasting event in the pavillion.

D.A fourth of July fireworks event.

E.A T-shirt sale fundraiser in the pavillion.

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**What does it mean to "Take charge of your dog?"**

A.It means I need to be ready to shout at my dog if he strays too far, or does something I do not like.

B.It means I need to keep my dog on a leash inside the dog park.

C.It means your dog should have some basic training before you bring him to the dog park, especially with the ‘come’ or 'sit' commands. When inside the Dog Park, your dog needs to know you are in charge. This is key when they are playing with their other canine pals.

D.It means my dog should never be more than three feet from me at all times inside the Dog Park.

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What should you do if you discover your dog does not interact well with other dogs at the dog park, despite all of your efforts?

A.Keep taking them to the dog park and hope they will get over it.

B.Keep my dog on a leash when I visit the dog park.

C.Ignore the problem, and let my dog fight other ones at the dog park.

D.Have my veterinarian examine them to make sure there are no undetected physical conditions causing them to behave that way, and then take them through an obedience course before taking them back to the dog park.

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Where should you dispose of dog waste when at the dog park?

A.In any of the regular trash cans.

B.Leave it in a neat pile under one of the benches for someone else to come pick up later.

C.Over the fence when no one is looking.

D.In the clearly marked green waste station receptacles.

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Which of the following statements would be true in regards to dog park etiquette if a fight breaks out between two dogs? (check all that apply)

A.Start screaming and shouting at the top of my lungs for the dogs to stop.

B.Once I get my dog separated from the other, I will confer with the other owner if it might be best for either or both of us to leave the park for the day to let them calm down.

C.Stay calm and give it a moment to end.

D.If they’re still fighting after about 3 seconds, you and the other owner should approach the dogs from the rear. Gently grab their back legs at the top of the leg and lift them up like a wheelbarrow then start moving back. I will avoid reaching for the collar to no one gets bitten.

E.Use a water hose if in proximity, or toss a leash between them to try to get them to separate.

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What are some of the things that could happen as a result of bringing small children to the dog park when there is an age restriction rule of no children under 10 years old? (check all that apply)

A.Dog owners visiting the dog park will see small children in there in violation of the rules, and not use the park. Eventually no dog owner will feel safe bringing their dog(s) there and the dog park might be closed because it is no longer used.

B.A small child could get bitten by a dog, and the offending dog could be forced to be put down.

C.Nothing will happen because rules do not matter and there is no risk for injury.

D.Children will climb on and damage the agility equipment or injure themselves on it.

E.A tottler could be fatally injured from a dog bite because a parent did not read and follow the posted rules, and the subsequent legal upheaval could result in the dog park being closed permanently, or the rules adjusted more strictly to require only adults over the age of 18 be allowed to use the park in the future.

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Which of the following statements would be true in regards to dog park etiquette? (check all that apply)

A.Calling my dog back when I see potential trouble brewing between other dogs.

B.Using the time to take a nap on the benches while my dog has fun.

C.Keeping an eye on where your dog is, and what they are doing when talking to other visitors in the park.

D.Prioritizing your attention to where and what your dog is doing instead of your iphone.

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Which of the following statements would be true in regards to dog park etiquette? (check all that apply)

A.Picking up after my dog

B.Rubbing my dogs nose in feces if he goes inside the dog park.

C.I see my dog pooping, and I pretend not to notice and do not pick it up because no one else saw him go.

D.If I see poop on the ground, and it was not something my dog was responsible for, I still take a moment and pick it up.

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Which of the following would be examples of 'taking the polite approach'? (check all that apply)

A."Wow, your dog get's down to his potty business quick! I have been waiting a whole hour for mine to poop. I have an extra bag here if you need one..."

B."I saw you had quite a handful with that baby on your arm and this beautiful golden retriever when you came in the gate! I'll bet you missed seeing the signs as you entered, but you are not supposed to have children under 10 years old in the enclosure for safety reasons..."

C."Excuse me... I bet you didn't see the sign that this section is for dogs under 25 lbs. Your boxer looks like he might have more fun with more room to run on the other side where the big dogs are supposed to play..."

D."Hey lady! You can't bring food in here! You rulebreakers better start reading the signs or I am going to call the cops!"

E."Dude! You dog just took a %&#@! Don't be a @%$#& and stand there! Pick up that poop!"

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**What are some legitimate reasons for using a leash inside the off-leash environment?*(check all that apply)***

A.You are training your dog on the agility equipment.

B.You are leashing your dog to deescalate a situation with another dog and remove your dog from the dog park.

C.You are leaving, and leashing them up before exiting.

D.When you entered the park, several dogs came over to intently sniff his rear and you are trying to prevent your dog from getting hurt.

E.Your dog is new to the dog park, and you are nervous to have them off-leash.

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Home Run Dog Park Etiquette Course

Do your know your Dog Park Etiquette? Take this quiz and find out!

**Which of the following statements would be true in regards to creating a strong Dog Park culture?*(check all that apply)***

What is the best way to treat other dog owners you encounter at the Home Run Dog Park?

Which of the following statements would be true about reading the rules before entering the Home Run Dog Park? (check all that apply)

Which of the following would be the a good example of winter protocol?

Which of the following would be an example of bringing an unhealthy dog to the dog park?

What would be some of the reasons it might be important to pause before entering the Home Run Dog Park? (check all that apply)

Which of the following would be situation where it would be best to call the police or animal control? (check all that apply)

Which one of the statements below would be an important rule of dog park etiquette to ensure safety of not just your dog, but other dogs in using the Home Run Dog Park?

Which of the following would be the best action to take if you discovered something needed maintenance at the Home Run Dog Park?

You are the last to leave the Dog Park with your dog, and you discover someone has abandoned a dog. What should you do?

**What are some types of events that would be prohibited at the Home Run Dog Park?*(check all that apply)***

**What does it mean to "Take charge of your dog?"**

What should you do if you discover your dog does not interact well with other dogs at the dog park, despite all of your efforts?

Where should you dispose of dog waste when at the dog park?

Which of the following statements would be true in regards to dog park etiquette if a fight breaks out between two dogs? (check all that apply)

What are some of the things that could happen as a result of bringing small children to the dog park when there is an age restriction rule of no children under 10 years old? (check all that apply)

Which of the following statements would be true in regards to dog park etiquette? (check all that apply)

Which of the following statements would be true in regards to dog park etiquette? (check all that apply)

Which of the following would be examples of 'taking the polite approach'? (check all that apply)

**What are some legitimate reasons for using a leash inside the off-leash environment?*(check all that apply)***

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Home Run Dog Park Etiquette Course

Do your know your Dog Park Etiquette? Take this quiz and find out!

Which of the following statements would be true in regards to creating a strong Dog Park culture?(check all that apply)

What is the best way to treat other dog owners you encounter at the Home Run Dog Park?

Which of the following statements would be true about reading the rules before entering the Home Run Dog Park? (check all that apply)

Which of the following would be the a good example of winter protocol?

Which of the following would be an example of bringing an unhealthy dog to the dog park?

What would be some of the reasons it might be important to pause before entering the Home Run Dog Park? (check all that apply)

Which of the following would be situation where it would be best to call the police or animal control? (check all that apply)

Which one of the statements below would be an important rule of dog park etiquette to ensure safety of not just your dog, but other dogs in using the Home Run Dog Park?

Which of the following would be the best action to take if you discovered something needed maintenance at the Home Run Dog Park?

You are the last to leave the Dog Park with your dog, and you discover someone has abandoned a dog. What should you do?

What are some types of events that would be prohibited at the Home Run Dog Park?(check all that apply)

What does it mean to "Take charge of your dog?"

What should you do if you discover your dog does not interact well with other dogs at the dog park, despite all of your efforts?

Where should you dispose of dog waste when at the dog park?

Which of the following statements would be true in regards to dog park etiquette if a fight breaks out between two dogs? (check all that apply)

What are some of the things that could happen as a result of bringing small children to the dog park when there is an age restriction rule of no children under 10 years old? (check all that apply)

Which of the following statements would be true in regards to dog park etiquette? (check all that apply)

Which of the following statements would be true in regards to dog park etiquette? (check all that apply)

Which of the following would be examples of 'taking the polite approach'? (check all that apply)

What are some legitimate reasons for using a leash inside the off-leash environment?(check all that apply)

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**Which of the following statements would be true in regards to creating a strong Dog Park culture?*(check all that apply)***

**What are some types of events that would be prohibited at the Home Run Dog Park?*(check all that apply)***

**What does it mean to "Take charge of your dog?"**

**What are some legitimate reasons for using a leash inside the off-leash environment?*(check all that apply)***