Benefits of Paw Print Off Leash Dog Park

Off leash dog parks offer a wide range of benefits to the community:

• Dog parks give dogs an opportunity to socialize with humans, a dog accustomed to meeting humans is less likely to have a fear response.
• Dog parks give dogs an opportunity to socialize with other dogs, dogs will not feel the need to display dominance if they are comfortable meeting other dogs.
• Dog parks allow dogs to get strenuous exercise, something not easy to do in an on-leash environment.
• An exercised dog is healthier and less prone to anxiety behaviours like barking or destroying property.
• Dogs are a great icebreaker. A dog park promotes friendship and a feeling of belonging. Owning a dog encourages people to exercise. In an era when people are often reluctant or afraid to approach or converse with a stranger, an off leash exercise area brings people together and creates a greater sense of community.
• A growing number of dog owners take their pets with them while travelling. Offering a safe, off leash area for visitors in our community will enhance the travelling experience. People are more likely to stay in area that is dog friendly while travelling.