Keeping your dog in shape and giving him or her an opportunity to play with other friendly doggy friends is just as important as taking your kids to the park to play with friends and get proper exercise. Taking your dogs to a pet park allows them to not only get outside and burn some energy on the park equipment before dinnertime; it also lets them interact with other pets. This is a great way to help your pet learn proper behavior around dogs and visitors at your home.

Just like humans, dogs get depressed when they have a lack of activity and interaction in their lives. This can lead to obesity, tumors as well as many other health related issues. When a dog goes to play, run or train, the brain releases dopamine, a chemical the brain releases that allows for positive and excited attitudes. Therefore, keeping your furry friend active will result in a happy pet.

What Kind of Equipment?

Different structures help build different muscles in your pet. For example, a dog walk structure helps build leg muscle and teach dogs how to walk up and down ramps. A crawl tube helps build chest muscles and keep hip joints flexible and strong. Lastly, a doggy teeter-totter helps dogs gain a sense of balance when stationary on a moving object. All of these structure will help keep you dog happy and in shape. They also help to train your dog for competitions and everyday travels.

Of course, it's always good to keep you and your pet hydrated throughout your time at the park, so be sure to bring water or use the local drinking fountains provided around your park. BYO Recreation offers a dual water fountain that is designed for humans and dogs to be able to drink at the same time.

Learn more about the importance of dog parks by visiting BYO Recreation or giving us a call at 1-800-853-5316. One of our consultants will be happy to provide you with all the information you desire and assist you in choosing the best dog park equipment and water fountains for your parks.