First dog-to-dog hello? Give everyone some space

PetDoing Official

Not every dog wants to greet, and that's okay. Ask the other person first, choose a neutral open area, and consider a parallel walk with comfortable space between dogs. Avoid forcing a face-to-face meeting or sharing toys right away. If either dog seems tense, create distance and end the introduction. What helps your dog feel comfortable around a new walking buddy?

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