Is this normal for dogs attacking dogs like this?

Question

I taken my dog Porky (nearly 6 months old) to a dog park, I didn't really know what to expect for I never been to one before, at first my dog wasn't sure what to do until after a few minutes he got the ideal and quickly settle down and was having a blast up to an hour which was the time I was about to leave the park I was just about to put the leash back on him when all of a sudden out of the blue here comes dogs that without warning jumped on my dog, and the next thing I knew four more dogs jumped on in on top of the first two dogs that attacked my little dog!

By that time I was totally freaking out and fear the worse for my little doggie which turn out to be that he did a fast disappearing act amist of all of these big dogs that I didn't even notice that he ran off even!!

All of the dog owners also came as fast as they could to break up the fights and I am glad that my dog didn't get the worse end of the deal and only a scratch.

Never going back to a dog park again!

Answer 1

Dogs that behave the way you've described shouldn't go to dog parks. Unfortunately, people don't always know this and bring inappropriate dogs to the dog park.

Your poor little guy. He'll probably be okay, but I'd try a well run dog day care for socialization soon so he can get over the experience.

If nobody ended up with punctures, then the truth is, nobody was intending to hurt anyone else. when a dog intends to puncture another dog, it happens so fast the human can't respond in time.

Answer 2

Don't prevent your dog from getting exercise and socialization because of this. Now that you know what to expect when you see dogs rushing your puppy, scoop him up or block those dogs with your body. As a responsible dog owner, you want to be looking out for this kind of thing, always - and don't ever be shy about yelling at the other owners to pay attention, and to come get their dogs. When they tell you, "Oh, he's just saying hi!" let them know politely that their dog was too much for your puppy. Dog parks can be great but you have to really communicate with other people there.

Answer 3

I've had some pretty bad experiences at dog parks too. Dog parks are the perfect environment for a fight to happen. esp on the weekends, when new owners come with their dogs to check out the park. You never know what dog is going to be there, or what owners for that matter. After our dog was bitten at teh dog park, we have never gone back. I have seen two pit bulls gang up on a dog. If you take your dog to the dog park, just be very vigilant. alot of owners tend to mingle on the side, but you should watch your dog at all times.

Answer 4

That's exactly why dog parks generally aren't a good idea.. People don't know their own dogs, how they will be with other dogs and don't know how to, or just plain don't control them. Eventually someone gets hurt, because people can't or don't see the signs of an attack about to happen.

Answer 5

Sometimes they get a little excited. Most dog parks do not allow aggressive dogs, so it was more than likely a playful whatever that got a little out of hand.

Don't fret! It usually isn't like that.

Answer 6

That's the exact reason why I don't take my dogs to the parks. I socialize them around friends' properly trained dogs.

Answer 7

what breed were they?
- file a complaint to the dog park
- report the owners
mainly, no because the owners are responsible for the way their dogs acted

Answer 8

yes it's normal for dogs to group up. the dog who started the fight was over agressive, andd the other dogs were probably fighting to help their new friend.

dogs are pack animals, and will form alliances when ever they can.