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How to Find Local DOG Parks

Dogs love to run and play, though depending on where you live, such actions may not be a daily option. More and more pet owners are moving to apartment complexes that just don't have enough elbowroom for humans, let alone dachshunds. While many newer apartment complexes are now being created with 'Doggie Playgrounds', finding a local DOG park is usually the only option, for dachshund owners living in the city, to provide a dachshund-friendly and safe environment for their beloved pets.

The largest and the smallest dogs to live in the White House were both there during the tenure of president James Buchanan. The president had a Newfoundland named Lara. His niece, Harriet Lane, had a tiny toy terrier named Punch.

A DOG park allows dachshunds, and their human owners, to have fun off-leash, which offers an incredible feeling of freedom to your dachshund. Tails will wag, eyes will shine and tongues loll in absolute joy. If you think it's hard to get kids to get back into a car after taking them to the local playground, just wait until you try to reattach that leash to your dachshund's collar when it's time to leave the local DOG park!

Alaskan Malamutes are known for being friendly and loyal. In fact, Chewbacca, the hairy Wookiee in the Star Wars movies and the name of the character of indiana Jones were both inspired by George Lucas' loyal dog Indiana, an Alaskan Malamute.

Within city environments, more DOG parks are being created for such joys, but they are still few and far between in many communities. Finding a local DOG park may not be as difficult as it may seem, however. Looking in your local phone book is one option, as is calling your local Chamber of Commerce or Animal Shelter. Local city government offices should know such details as well, so information should be readily available. Finding a local DOG park online is also an option, as many city governments offer such areas through their Departments of Recreation.

Lhasa Apsos are small, long-haired dogs. Believe it or not, they were originally used by monks to guard temples. This accounts for their quiet and friendly nature, which can easily change if their owners or home are threatened.

Before you take your dachshund to a DOG park and let him loose, make sure that he will get along with other dachshunds within the same area. Take your dachshund on outings to determine whether or not he or she will react well to different DOG breeds, sizes and temperaments. There's nothing worse than taking your dachshund to a local DOG park and then having to break up a dachshundfight! If your dachshund is aggressive around other DOGS, or reacts with fear to other DOGS, refrain from taking him or her to a local DOG park, not only for the safety of your dachshund, but other DOGS and owners as well. Then, take your dachshund when the park is not busy, even if it means some inconvenience for you. Both you and your dachshund will need to get acclimated to the new environment.

Chihuahuas, because of their size, are often treated like babies, but they actually do have something in common with human babies. Chihuahuas are born with a "molera", also known as a soft spot, on their heads, exactly like a human baby. Usually the soft spot closes as the dog matures.

Also make sure that your dachshund reacts well to strangers, and most especially children, who often accompany their pets to local DOG parks. Safety is the first thing to consider when looking for a local DOG park, and before you introduce your dachshund into such an environment, it may be a good idea for you to visit the park alone to determine what kind of DOGS and people frequent the area.

While many people think of Boxers as aggressive, they are actually great with children. They were bred to be hunters, yes, but they were bred to corner prey, not kill it. As a result, they are protective, yet patient.

Local DOG parks provide optimal freedom for DOGS, but manners and good behavior are a must to ensure that both DOGS and their owners enjoy relaxed, enjoyable outings.

Many Scottish terriers have an odd medical condition. It is called Scotties Cramp. It is a mild neurological disorder. Scotties under stress or exercising may move erratically, when suffering from this neurological disorder, but seem fine when resting.

Many toy fox terriers used to be used commonly in circus shows by clowns. They are said to make great companions for owners with a good sense of humor. They seem to anticipate their master's every thought and mood.

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