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I’ve developed a hyper vigilance in the park and usually spot wayward dogs far enough away to head in a different direction. If the other dog looks chill or is on lead I’ll venture closer to show my guy there’s nothing to be afraid of.
Recently I’ve started saying hello and really actively engaging any dog that comes over. Petting them, speaking to them etc - that seems to really help calm down my guy and prevent the uninvited stranger from getting aggressive/chases. But I can’t get to all of them.
My dog oddly seems just as scared when there’s no dog around (we routinely go to the park 5:30am). Like he can’t believe there’s nobody about and they must be hiding/waiting to pounce. Then he sees a squirrel and he’s off and all is forgotten for 10 seconds….