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Episode 1: <a href="https://www.dabl.com/undercover-boss/undercover-boss/articles/undercover-boss-president-waste-management-where-are-they" target="_blank">What is Larry O'Donnell, president and CEO of Waste Management, up to now?</a>

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Episode 3: <a href="https://www.dabl.com/undercover-boss/undercover-boss/articles/undercover-boss-president-churchill-downs-where-are-they" target="_blank">Did Bill Carstanjen, Chief Operating Officer of Churchill Downs (the Kentucky Derby), get promoted after Undercover Boss?</a>&nbsp;

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Episode 6: <a href="https://www.dabl.com/undercover-boss/undercover-boss/articles/undercover-boss-ceo-herschend-family-entertainment-where" target="_blank">Did Joel Manby, CEO of Herschend Family Entertainment, stick around after appearing on Undercover Boss?&nbsp;</a>

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Year after year, decorating Christmas trees and putting up Christmas lights to enjoy always rank in the <a href="https://www.minted.com/lp/christmas-traditions" target="_blank">top 10 most popular holiday activities</a> and traditions. Something about the glimmering lights brightening up the dark winter nights can’t help but bring a smile to our faces. As we admire our Christmas tree or drive around the neighborhood looking for glowing lights with our loved ones, it couldn’t feel more like Christmas!&nbsp;

We know we love Christmas decorations and that both the decorating and admiring make us feel good. Holiday decor is something we look forward to every year. But have you ever stopped to wonder why we bring Christmas trees into our homes each year, or why we decorate our homes with glowing holiday lights? Holiday decorating is so common and expected now that it’s rare to stop and question how this tradition actually came to be not so long ago! The history behind the most popular Christmas decorations is more fascinating than you’d expect! Keep reading to find out what happened in the past that allows us to enjoy Christmas trees and Christmas lights during our holiday celebrations of today!&nbsp;

<h2>The Origins of Christmas Trees:&nbsp;</h2>

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Although Christmas trees are used to celebrate a Christian holiday, Christmas trees don’t have the religious background you’d expect. In fact, the <a href="https://www.newsweek.com/christmas-tree-origin-story-pagan-tradition-1254178" target="_blank">earliest use of Christmas trees is thought to be in the fourth century C.E</a>. when European pagans would bring evergreen fir trees into their homes during the Winter. The evergreen trees would bring color and light into homes to brighten up the dull and frigid winters. Bringing an evergreen tree into the home <a href="https://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-12-19/the-history-of-the-christmas-tree/8106078" target="_blank">symbolized fertility and new life</a> even during the harsh winter, which was an important theme in Paganism. (In general, Paganism honored multiple Gods and celebrated Nature, as well as the natural cycles of birth, growth, and death observed in the world around us.)&nbsp;

Around the same time the Pagans used fir trees in their winter celebrations, the Romans had the same idea to use fir tree branches in their decorating. From December 17 to December 23rd, the Romans used early Christmas trees to decorate their temples during the <a href="https://www.whychristmas.com/customs/trees.shtml" target="_blank">festival of Saturnalia</a>. The festival honored Saturn, who was the God of agriculture and renewal in the ancient Roman religion.&nbsp;

Because of their roots in Paganism, Americans were not eager to adopt Christmas trees into their celebrations. In fact, <a href="https://www.livescience.com/32891-why-was-christmas-banned-in-america-.html" target="_blank">strict Puritans banned decorating Christmas trees</a> and celebrating Christmas altogether during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Religious leaders at the time felt it was sinful to try to honor God on a day that was associated with unholy pagan rituals.&nbsp;

It would be many years before America would be ready to accept and love Christmas trees. But in the meantime, the modern Christmas tree would slowly gain popularity in Germany during the 16th Century before spreading to other parts of Europe. Legend has it that Martin Luther, the 16th-Century Protestant reformer, started the tradition after becoming fascinated by the brilliance of stars twinkling amidst evergreen trees as he was walking home one evening. It’s said that he then <a href="https://www.history.com/topics/christmas/history-of-christmas-trees" target="_blank">brought a tree into his home and decorated it with candles</a> to try to replicate the experience for his family.&nbsp;

Another theory is that the foundation for modern Christmas trees was developed in Germany in the 1400s and 1500s when it was still the Holy Roman Empire. During this time, “<a href="https://www.whychristmas.com/customs/trees.shtml" target="_blank">Paradise Trees</a>” that were meant to represent the Garden of Eden were used in medieval German Mystery or Miracle Plays that were acted out in front of Churches during Advent and on Christmas Eve. The tree was decorated and paraded around town before the biblical plays began. The decorations initially consisted of apples, but eventually expanded to include communion wafers, cherries, and pastries in the shapes of stars, bells, and angels. Eventually, Paradise Trees were renamed as 'Christbaum' or 'Christ Tree'.&nbsp;

While it’s somewhat unclear what caused Christmas trees to become popular in America, we do know that they were brought to the U.S. by German settlers in the early 1800s. But Christmas trees didn’t really catch on until Queen Victoria and Prince Albert made headlines <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christmas_tree#Origin_of_the_modern_Christmas_tree" target="_blank">posing with their Christmas tree in Britain</a> in 1846. With the support of these popular royals, the fashion-conscious East Coast American Society was quick to adopt Christmas trees into their own holiday celebrations. By the 1900s, Christmas trees decorated with pretty ornaments had become an American tradition.&nbsp;

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<h2>The Origins of Christmas Lights:&nbsp;</h2>

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Thinking about decorating Christmas trees got us wondering about Christmas lights in general. While almost all Christmas trees are decorated with white or colorful lights nowadays, we wondered why decorating our homes and lawns with Christmas lights became a tradition, too! Interestingly, the tradition of using Christmas lights in our decorating also stems from Christmas trees!&nbsp;

We can thank <a href="https://www.boweryboyshistory.com/2020/12/the-story-of-the-worlds-first-christmas-tree-with-electric-lights.html" target="_blank">Edward Hibberd Johnson</a>, who was an engineer and businessman who worked for Thomas Edison, for the bright idea that led to the Christmas lights we have today! Johnson’s invention was inspired by the candles used to decorate Christmas trees at the time. While the candles produced a beautiful glowing light, they were also a dangerous fire hazard. And Johnson saw room for improvement.&nbsp;

In 1882, <a href="https://www.loc.gov/everyday-mysteries/item/who-invented-electric-christmas-lights/" target="_blank">Johnson hand-wired 80 red, white, and blue light bulbs together</a> and then strung them around a Christmas tree in the Edison shop. He placed the tree on a rotating pedestal to display his illuminated tree. Then he called a reporter to show the world what he had done. While electricity was not yet readily available and the lights were quite expensive, Johnson’s lit tree stunned the world with its beauty. By the early 1930s, Christmas lights were extremely popular.&nbsp;

The outdoor <a href="https://www.ehow.com/about_6500955_history-christmas-lights-houses.html" target="_blank">Christmas light displays we love to see today</a> evolved from the concept of decorating Christmas trees with lights. Since the lights looked so stunning on the Christmas trees, people realized they would look amazing decorating houses. And they were right! Today, an <a href="https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/untangling-history-christmas-lights-180961140/" target="_blank">estimated 150 million sets of Christmas lights are sold annually</a>, lighting approximately 80 million homes and consuming 6 percent of the nation’s electrical load each holiday season.&nbsp;

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Cesar Millan often explains when he rehabilitates aggressive dogs, their outbursts are often a reflection of their past circumstances or in response to their owner’s behaviors. Cesar usually agrees with a commonly held sentiment in the pet owner community, which is that there are no bad dogs, only bad owners. And as we frequently see on “Cesar 911,” every dog Cesar encounters can be rehabilitated once the dog is taught new behaviors and the owners learn how to be pack leaders.&nbsp;

But pit bulls don’t seem to get that extra chance to redeem themselves that other breeds do. Bully breeds like pit bulls are the only dogs that are believed to be born vicious and ready to attack. As Cesar says in his own words, pit bulls are deemed dangerous because they are thought to be “too territorial, too possessive, and too obsessive.” Ultimately, they are associated with being killers that can turn on their owners at a moment’s notice.&nbsp;

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But pit bulls didn’t always have such a bad reputation and we’re not sure they really deserve it. Believe it or not, pit bulls were once one of the favorite and most beloved types of dogs in America. People gave pit bulls their bad reputation when they used the dogs in underground fighting rings and for the vicious sport of bear and bull-baiting, where the dogs were encouraged to attack other animals that were chained to a pole. Because of their size, strength, and gameness (natural willingness to engage where other dogs would back down), pit bull attacks and fights were particularly dangerous and severe when the dogs were provoked into fighting.&nbsp;

In order to really grasp how pit bulls became America’s most feared dogs, we need to take a journey back in time to explore the history of pit bulls. Rather than being defined as dangerous fighting dogs, pit bulls could redeem themselves as loving companions if they were given proper exercise and a better job to do instead of violence. Learn how the once loving and devoted pit bulls became known as scary and dangerous pit bulls in this interesting video.&nbsp;

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The above video is extremely insightful. While there have been some pit bull attacks that led to severe injury or death, the majority of the pit bull’s bad reputation came from violent activities they were forced into by people. While not every pit bull is perfect, the majority deserve a second chance.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<h2>Pit bull is a term, not a breed.&nbsp;</h2>

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You might be surprised to learn that pit bulls aren’t actually purebred dogs. Pit bull isn’t actually a breed at all, but rather is a term that’s been used since 1927 to group certain bully breeds into a category. Bully breed is also a generic term that identifies a variety of terrier-type dogs. Pit bulls and bully breeds aren’t exactly the same thing, but they are so similar that the terms are often used interchangeably. Generally, pit bulls and bullies are dogs that are recognized by their square-shaped heads and muscular bodies. Examples of these breeds include the <a href="https://www.dabl.com/cesar-millan/cesar-911/articles/are-pit-bulls-really-dangerous-their-stereotype-suggests" target="_blank">American Pit Bull Terrier, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, the Bull Terrier, and the Cane Corso</a>. There are also a large number of mutts that likely have pit bull DNA included in their mix, but it may not be obvious. It’s very possible you could rescue a sweet mutt that is descended from a bully breed and never know unless you decided to <a href="https://www.dabl.com/dabl-home/dabl-home/articles/why-you-need-dna-test-your-dog-immediately" target="_blank">DNA test your dog</a>.&nbsp;

<h2>Pit bulls aren’t as dangerous as you might think.</h2>

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There is no denying that pit bull attacks can be extremely dangerous, and even deadly, because of this dog’s strength, force, and power. That said, pit bulls <a href="https://pets.webmd.com/dogs/features/pit-bulls-safety#3" target="_blank">aren’t any more or less unpredictable</a> than any other dogs, are not born vicious, and are no more likely to attack than any other provoked dog breed. Research confirms that a <a href="http://www.forallanimals.org/pit-bull-terriers-breed-discriminatory-legislation-faqs/?gclid=CjwKCAjw0qOIBhBhEiwAyvVcfx_DSskFFzYnQGdVnu_mk4SgNioTafsRxR3njartAlCai-sEtIi6BRoC-rAQAvD_BwE" target="_blank">dog’s breed does not determine its propensity for aggression</a>. Instead, how a dog is raised and trained is most important regardless of breed. In temperament tests, pit bulls ranked as the <a href="https://www.foundanimals.org/9-facts-pit-bulls-will-make-go-hmm-awww/" target="_blank">second most tolerant dogs</a> next to Golden Retrievers. It was actually tiny chihuahuas who ranked as least tolerant and most likely to bite or attack. Any dog from any breed can develop aggressive tendencies, while other dogs behave perfectly throughout their entire lives. Pit bulls are no different.&nbsp;

There is also a widely believed myth that pit bulls can lock their jaws when they attack, making pit bull bites all the more lethal. We can confirm that is definitely not true. Pit bulls do not have any special physical mechanism or enzyme that <a href="https://www.petfinder.com/pet-adoption/dog-adoption/myths-and-facts-about-pit-bulls/#:~:text=MYTH%3A%20Pit%20Bulls%20have%20locking,characteristics%20and%20general%20bone%20structure." target="_blank">allows them to lock their jaws</a> to avoid letting go of their victim. More likely than not, this myth stems from the pitbull’s inherent strength and determination that may help them clamp down on their victims longer than other dogs.&nbsp;

<h2>Pit bulls used to be the dogs of choice for families with children.</h2>

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Before pit bulls were used in vicious sports like dog fighting and bear and bull-bating, pit bulls were seen as the ideal family dogs. They were originally bred to help herd farm animals, but pit bulls' duties shifted to taking care of the children. In fact, pit bulls were nicknamed “nanny dogs” and were often trusted to look after the children while the adults worked the farm. Pit bulls were beloved family dogs and this highly intelligent category of dogs is still very people-oriented and eager to please their owners today.&nbsp;

<h2>Pit bulls have become beloved celebrities!&nbsp;&nbsp;</h2>

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During the 20th century, many pit bulls were actually beloved celebrities, such as Pete The Pup pictured in the above photo. Pete the Pup was famous for co-starring in the “Our Gang” comedies with The Little Rascals. Meanwhile, other pit bulls were used as the stars of advertising campaigns, such as for Buster Brown Shoes. Another famous pit bull, named Sergeant Stubby, was considered a war hero and won medals for bravery after saving many lives on the battlefield. Other pit bulls were celebrated simply because they were owned by celebrities and influencers like Teddy Roosevelt.&nbsp;

<h2>Pit bulls have adorable smiles!&nbsp;</h2>

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Last but not least, pit bulls have some of the sweetest smiles of any dog around! How can a supposedly vicious pit bull have such a sweet expression? Pit bulls smile when they are feeling relaxed and happy, and often as a way to return their owner’s smiles. No matter how you feel about pit bulls, you’ve probably stumbled upon viral videos of pit bulls in cute pajamas smiling and snuggling. Clearly, these dogs can’t be all bad!&nbsp;

<h2>There are lots of pit bulls who would love to come home with you!&nbsp;</h2>

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Because of their bad reputation, pit bulls and pit bull puppies can have a hard time getting adopted. There are many pit bulls in animal shelters that would make wonderful pets if they were given a chance with the right family. People often think it’s dangerous to adopt pit bulls from animal shelters or rescues, but there is also no extra risk in adopting a pit bull from a shelter versus adopting from a breeder. Even if you don’t know the pit bull’s full history, you can evaluate if they are the right fit for your family by judging their current personality and behavior. Before putting the dog up for adoption, responsible animal shelters and rescue staff should have also temperament tested the dog to make sure he is suitable for adoption and that the pit bull is placed in a home where he will thrive. This is something you can ask about before making the decision to adopt a specific pit bull.&nbsp;

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6 Facts That Prove “Vicious” Pit Bulls Are Not As Dangerous As You Might Think! 

Published 07/14/2022

In March of this year, soon-to-be college grads were feeling super optimistic about entering the job market. In fact, a study conducted by <a href="https://www.realestatewitch.com/college-graduate-salary-2022" target="_blank">Real Estate Witch</a> found that college students were overestimating what the salaries for their first jobs should be by up to $50,000. But something has shifted in the last couple of months. According to a more recent survey from <a href="https://www.ziprecruiter.com/grad-report" target="_blank">ZipRecruiter</a>, members of the class of 2022 are now underestimating their worth by $10,000 in salary negotiations.&nbsp;

So, what’s the cause of this sudden change in thought? Unfortunately, it’s unclear. Maybe it’s the fear of the looming recession and possible layoffs that could come with it. Alternatively, young professionals might be feeling less confident now that breaking into the workforce isn’t a task for after graduation still in the distant future. Either way, it’s clear that one question needs to be answered: How do college grads — or anyone looking for a new job — determine their worth?&nbsp;

The answer to what constitutes a fair salary can vary based on years of experience, the industry you’re in, what the job entails, and the cost of living in your area. But we do have a <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2022/06/28/college-grads-are-underestimating-their-salaries-report-shows.html?utm_source=facebook&amp;utm_medium=news_tab" target="_blank">couple of tips</a> to help make sure you know your worth and are getting a fair offer from your next potential employer. First and foremost, do your research before entering into a conversation about your compensation. Make sure you understand the salary ranges in your given field. You can often find market data, as well as salary data specific to your prospective employer, on websites like <a href="https://www.glassdoor.com/Salaries/index.htm" target="_blank">Glassdoor</a>, <a href="https://www.ziprecruiter.com/Salaries" target="_blank">ZipRecruiter</a>, <a href="https://www.payscale.com/research/US/Job" target="_blank">Payscale</a>, and <a href="https://www.salary.com/" target="_blank">Salary.com</a>. These sources will give you a ballpark of what constitutes a fair salary for your role in your chosen industry, as well as insights into what other employees at your prospective company make for similar positions.&nbsp;

Second, make sure to advocate for yourself while talking through salaries with the hiring manager. It’s pretty common for companies to ask candidates what they expect or want to be paid if they are hired. In some cases, what a candidate is willing (and even happy) to take may be less than what the company is willing to pay. Therefore, we suggest you turn the question back to your potential employer before you answer. Ask what the budget is for the role for which you are interviewing before you name your price. Depending on what they say, you may be able to ask for a higher salary. But if you don’t ask, you might end up leaving money on the table.&nbsp;

Especially for young professionals, negotiating salaries can be nerve-wracking. Lack of experience and gratefulness for scoring that first job offer sometimes results in young adults not negotiating as much as they should, or at all. However, know that negotiating for a higher salary is a common part of the offer process. Most employers expect it, and will usually leave wiggle room in the salary they initially offer you to account for this.&nbsp;

If you can’t negotiate for a higher salary, you may also be able to ask for improved benefits, such as more vacation time or the ability to work from home, which brings us to another point. When evaluating your offer, you need to consider benefits as well. For example, does your company offer medical insurance and what would your monthly contribution be? Is there a 401K to help you save for retirement? If certain benefits aren’t offered, your paycheck might not stretch as far. Just watch how much one employee struggled on “Undercover Boss” because her role didn’t come with medical benefits or a 401K in the clip below.&nbsp;

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After talking with his employee, this boss made her position full-time and gave her benefits immediately. Despite the expense it created, the boss was also inspired to reinstate the 401K program for everyone in the company. As a mother with children to care for, these benefits were life-changing for this employee. This clip is a great reminder to not just look at salary, but to also consider how the benefits package as a whole will impact your life and your family.&nbsp;

Ultimately, it’s important to know your worth when it’s time to look for a new job. It’s important for job seekers to know whether their offer is fair or not. Additionally, no one wants to undersell themselves or have unrealistic expectations when entering a negotiation. But by doing your research in advance and staying polite and respectful, you’ll only set yourself up for professional and personal success at your new job!&nbsp;

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Recent Grads Are Underestimating Their Worth 

If you’ve ever adopted a new puppy or rescued a dog, you’ve likely had at least one dog trainer recommend crate training to you. <a href="https://www.dabl.com/dabl-home/dabl-home/articles/how-easily-crate-train-your-dog" target="_blank">Crate training</a> is often a good idea because it can expedite <a href="https://www.dabl.com/brad-mcmillan/lucky-dog/articles/secret-quickly-and-successfully-potty-training-your-dog" target="_blank">potty training</a> and gives your pup a safe place to stay when you can’t watch them. And when trained correctly, your dog’s crate should become his den or a safe space where he enjoys chewing on treats or resting.&nbsp;

But the most common mistake that pet parents make when crate training their puppies or dogs is that they leave their pet in the crate for too long. This can cause dogs to hate their crates, have accidents inside their crates, and leads to pent-up energy or anxiety. The main factors that will determine how long your pet can stay in its crate are age and size.&nbsp;

According to the <a href="https://www.humanesociety.org/resources/crate-training-101" target="_blank">Humane Society</a>, puppies under 6 months old and adult dogs who aren’t potty trained shouldn’t be left in their crates for more than 3-4 hours. These dogs will likely not be physically capable of controlling their bladders longer than that and will require a bathroom break and some playtime. An adult dog can typically handle a maximum of <a href="https://www.petprosupplyco.com/blogs/blog/how-long-is-too-long-to-crate-your-dog" target="_blank">6-8 hours a day</a> in their crate or can sleep in their crate overnight as long as they get enough exercise and attention during the day. But if your dog will be alone in their crate for that long, it’s a good idea for them to get a walk break somewhere in there to use the bathroom and get a break from the crate. Senior dogs and big dogs in particular will appreciate the chance to stretch their legs.&nbsp;

That said, just because your dog can stay in the crate for 6-8 hours at a time doesn’t necessarily mean they should, and especially not all the time. Once in a while may be okay, but too much time in the crate can cause both physical and mental health issues. And if your puppy or dog is only just starting crate training, you will need to slowly ramp up the amount of time they spend in their crate. For example, start by leaving your puppy in the crate for 5 minutes while you sit nearby. Then, leave your puppy in the crate for ten minutes, and so forth. You have to go slow and be patient, while also creating a positive association with the crate by using your pup's favorite treats or toys. If you don’t create that positive association and make the crate your dog’s happy place, it won’t become his safe space or a place he enjoys.&nbsp;

If your lifestyle requires your dog to frequently spend an extended period of time in his crate, you might want to look at alternate solutions. For example, consider <a href="https://www.dabl.com/dabl-home/dabl-home/articles/what-happens-your-dog-while-youre-work" target="_blank">investing in a doggie daycare</a> where your pup can play all day while you’re busy, or hire a dog walker to exercise him for you. If you feel the need to limit your dog’s access to certain areas in your home when you can’t watch him, using <a href="https://amzn.to/3uI0xMm" target="_blank">pet gates</a> or a <a href="https://amzn.to/3NSJfTq" target="_blank">bigger playpen</a> can accomplish that purpose while giving your dog a bit more freedom to move around than a crate (crates should only be big enough for your dog to get up and turn around).&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.dabl.com/dabl-home/dabl-home/articles/how-easily-crate-train-your-dog" target="_blank">Click here</a> for more tips on how to crate train your puppy or new dog the right way!&nbsp;

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How Long Can Your Dog Stay In A Crate? 

Visiting the dog park can feel like going to Disneyland for your pup! Especially for dogs that live in apartments or condos, this may be the one place where they can run free without a leash and play with other furry friends. During the summer, trips to the dog park can be a great way to enjoy some time outdoors with your dog and let them burn off excess energy! For vaccinated puppies and younger dogs, the dog park is a great place for socialization, which is an important part of their development, and a place where they can simply learn how to be a dog. The dog park is a place where pet parents can also form human friendships, too!&nbsp;

Unfortunately, it only takes one inconsiderate dog owner to ruin the dog park experience for everyone. From not paying enough attention to your dog or neglecting to pick up after your pet, there are a lot of ways to make enemies at the dog park. So whether you frequent your local dog park all the time or have just started taking your pup out for some fun, these etiquette tips will help ensure your dog park trips are always a success!&nbsp;

<h2>Make sure your dog knows his obedience commands.</h2>

Before visiting your first off-leash dog park, make sure your dog is well trained and understands <a href="https://www.dabl.com/brad-mcmillan/lucky-dog/articles/7-dog-commands-every-pet-owner-should-know" target="_blank">essential commands</a>, such as "stay" and "come." The dog park will have lots of new smells, furry friends, and stimulation to excite and distract your dog. In the event of an emergency, such as a dog fight, you should be confident that your dog will come back to you. Plus, when it's time to go home, you want your dog to come back to you rather than you chasing him all over the park.

<h2>Keep your dog’s collar on.&nbsp;</h2>

No matter how well your dog listens, always make sure he is wearing his collar and that you have his leash on hand or attached to you. Don’t make the mistake of settling your leash down only to find another dog owner picked it up accidentally.&nbsp;

Additionally, you need to be able to intervene quickly in emergencies. In the worst-case scenario, you can always grab your dog's collar quickly to pull him away from danger. He should also have a collar with identification on if he somehow escapes the designated dog park area to make reuniting easier.

<h2>Only bring healthy dogs over 4 months old.</h2>

Depending on where you live, dog park rules may state that you can only bring your dog once it is fully vaccinated, which typically happens around 4 months of age for the average puppy. These vaccinations are extremely important for protecting your dog from potentially life-threatening diseases, such as rabies, distemper, kennel cough, and canine influenza. Similarly, don't bring your dog to the park if they are showing signs of illness, as he may be contagious and could spread the sickness to other dogs. The dog park will still be there when your pup feels better!

While this isn't an illness per se, don't bring unspayed female dogs to the dog park while they are in heat. When a female dog is in heat or close to coming in season, she releases pheromones that could distract other canines, and can trigger aggressive behavior in male dogs in particular. Her presence could cause fights between other dogs and might even lead to an unplanned litter of puppies.

<h2>Stay alert.</h2>

This should go without saying, but always stay alert while at the dog park. Fellow owners hate when other pet parents don't pay attention to their fur babies or intervene as quickly as they should. This doesn't mean you have to be a helicopter pet parent and hover, but be aware of your surroundings and look out for any of your dog's triggers. Pay close attention to your <a href="https://www.dabl.com/cesar-millan/cesar-911/articles/cesar-millan-shows-how-read-dogs-body-language-they-attack" target="_blank">dog's body language</a> and the body language of the dogs around him to prevent any dog fights or altercations before they even begin.

<h2>Pick up after your dog.</h2>

All pet parents are expected to pick up after their dogs while at the dog park, so make sure you are armed with plenty of <a href="https://amzn.to/3Iv83Qc" target="_blank">poop bags</a>. Usually, the dog park will provide trash cans for your convenience, but they don't always have poop bags in stock. Leaving pet waste behind is gross, unsanitary, and will irritate other dog owners.

<h2>Stay on the right side of the fence.</h2>

Some dog parks will divide their unleashed areas into a small dog area and a big dog area. The idea behind this is to encourage safe and congenial mingling. A smaller dog might be intimidated or injured by a rambunctious bigger dog, even when there is no malicious intent. It's ultimately safer for everyone when pet parents obey the dog park rules on size. And when you enter and leave the off-leash dog park, make sure to properly close the enclosure gates to keep all the pets safe and on the right side. &nbsp;

That said, there may be some exceptions. For example, a mellow older dog on the larger side that doesn't like to play much may ultimately be safer on the small dog side of the fence. Large senior dogs could be injured by younger pups on the big dog side.

<h2>Don’t bring food into the dog park.&nbsp;</h2>

While your dog may have good manners around food, the dog park isn't the right place to have a picnic or give your dog his favorite treats. The presence of food may distract other dogs, especially those with <a href="https://www.dabl.com/cesar-millans-leader-pack/cesar-millans-leader-pack/articles/cesar-millan-helps-stray-dog-overcome" target="_blank">resource guarding</a> issues. Dogs could act aggressively toward you in order to get what you're eating, or may become jealous and lash out at you and your dog if they see him getting a treat they can't have. If your dog normally receives a treat as praise for doing a command, such as going to the bathroom, give them praise through love and pets while at the dog park. Similarly, do not give food or treats to other dogs. They may have allergies or dietary restrictions you don't know about.&nbsp;

That said, you may be able to safely bring a toy to play with at the dog park, such as a ball or a frisbee. Many times, multiple dogs will chase the ball or frisbee together peacefully. However, be on the lookout for resource guarders and untrained dogs who may throw tantrums if they are forced to share a favorite toy.

<h2>Don’t smoke in the dog park.</h2>

Not only will smoking distract you from watching your dog, but it can also bother the other dog owners trying to enjoy the park around you. It can also be dangerous for the dogs to breathe in the secondhand smoke while they are exerting themselves or could aggravate the health conditions of other pet parents, such as asthma. Plus, dogs that ingest discarded cigarette butts can become very sick.&nbsp;

<h2>Exercise caution when bringing small children.&nbsp;</h2>

While there is no rule in place that says children can or can’t come to the dog park, be careful when bringing small children or toddlers along. This is because strange dogs may be unfamiliar or scared of kids, which puts the child at risk for injuries or bad experiences. In addition, rambunctious dogs may accidentally knock children over while playing. If you do bring a young guest with you, make sure to ask other pet owners for permission before your child pets or plays with their dogs.&nbsp;

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