Dog Greetings

Here are a few guidelines for greeting dogs:

Always ask before petting someone else's dog

Extend the back of your hand for sniffing before petting someone else's dog.

Always ask before letting your dog approach another dog. Not all dogs like being approached by other dogs.

Be sure to have control of your dog at all times.

Keep your dog on a short leash in crowds.

Always approach a dog from the front

Never reach into a dog's crate or exercise pen unles the dog is your dog.

If a dog is guarding its crate, exercise pen or car by growling or barking, avert your eyes and move away from the dog to help ease their stress.