Definitely a tough situation. What I suggest for reactive dogs is to control the environment as much as possible. Bring high-value treats on your walk and try to engage your dog in obedience exercises when you spot an unleashed dog. It can help draw their attention away and reinforce positive behavior. It's not easy, but consistency is key. And remember, it's okay to advocate for your dog and tell people to keep their dog away.

Yeah, that's dangerous. What if an unleashed dog gets hurt or hurts someone else? It’s not just behavior; it’s a safety issue. I've seen dogs get into fights, and it’s not pretty. An off-leash dog could easily startle someone and cause an accident too. Safety first, please!

Are you sure it's a big deal? Maybe these dogs are just being friendly and want to play. It's a park after all, and dogs should be free to run. Unless it's a leash-only park, in which case I get where you're coming from.

It's unfortunate when a few people ruin the park experience for everyone else. I'd say report it to the park services or start a petition to enforce leash laws more strictly. There's power in numbers, so if you get other concerned dog owners together, they might start patrolling more or create an enclosed area for off-leash dogs.

This is why we can't have nice things. Not all dogs are good with others running up to them, and some people seem to forget that. Maybe there should be better enforcement of leash laws.

I'm in the same boat. My dog's progress seems to reset every time we encounter an off-leash dog. It's beyond frustrating. Have you tried using a yellow ribbon or something visible to signal to others that your dog needs space? Sometimes that helps, but not all dog owners know what it means.

Sounds like you need to establish yourself as the pack leader. Make sure your dog feels protected and the other dogs will sense that you're in control. Also, working on focus exercises with your dog could help a ton when dealing with distractions like unleashed dogs coming your way.

Totally feel you on this. It's really inconsiderate when people don't follow the rules. Public parks have leash laws for a reason, and it's not just for the reactive dogs, but also for the safety of all—the dogs, children, everyone. We're all trying to enjoy the park. Have you talked to the owners about it?