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The Humane Society of Vero Beach & Indian River County has achieved Platinum Seal of Transparency on GuideStar. Click here to learn more.
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Visiting the Dog Park?Help keep your dog safe. If you see any of the following behaviors, you need to intervene, interrupt, and pull your dog out.
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1: Rolling
When one dog makes physical contact with another and knocks into him, causing him to tumble, somersault or roll over. |
2: Tucked Tail
When the dog’s tail is so low the base is pressed tight to the anus. The tip of the tail is often under the stomach. |
3: Pinning
When one or more dogs has another dog on its side or back for more than 5 seconds. |
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4: Hiding or Hovering
When the dog spends more than 5 seconds underneath something or hovering near a human. Dog’s tail will be low or tucked. |
5: Group Chase
When more than one dog is chasing another dog. This can quickly become out of control. |
Download and print a copy of these behavior tips to carry with you. CLICK HERE...
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