Safety: If you think your dog may be dog-aggressive, properly muzzle training and seeking a professional opinion is definately suggested before trying to introduce them to a new dog. Set your dog up for success and if you have doubts, seek professional advice.

Dog parks can be great, but not everyone is properly reading their dogs body language. If you feel another dog is being too pushy, go with your gut. Theres nothing wrong with taking your dog home, and coming back later. Not all dogs like ALL other dogs, and to expect that is unreasonable. Do you like every person you meet? Tolerance can be expected, but don't put your dog in a situation where he will feel he can no longer tolerate and so must act (which will be either fight or flight).

Another note on dog parks, if your dog is under socialized a large group may be intimidating enough to spark an incident. Dog parks are tricky - sometimes the group is great and well balanced. Other times, things are a little haywire! Use common sense, and your own judgement to determine whether or not your dog will have fun and be safe.

Dogs playing should never be wearing training collars that can catch and choke - potentially causing serious harm or a dog fight.

Going for a nice long hike in the beautiful forests and trails of British Columbia isn't just a great activity for people alone - with a well behaved dog beside you, the trip will be that much more enjoyable!

This is great exercise and time to bond and have fun together while you enjoy the sights and sounds of the wilderness. (Or even just a nearby trail!) It's even more fun with a friend and their dog to tag along, if everyone gets along well.

There are many off-leash trails you can go to with your dog as well, as long as you know and trust them to not take off too far!

Consider finding a doggy backpack (sold at most petstores now) to have your dog help you carry extra water or snack, your phone, keys, or anything you will be needing. Don't overload it - especially on a particularily long hike. Make sure both sides of the pack are evenly weighted so it is comfortable to carry.

This is great exercise both physcially and mentally. Give the dog a job! He will thank you for it.

Safety: Always supervise your dog at a lake! Some great swimmers have been known to go too far, and be too exhuasted to return. Others might just jump in the wrong way, and get spooked enough to start to panic.
For less able dogs, lifejackets are available and a great idea!
If you are at all worried, use a life jacket and a 30ft training line to keep it safe.
Watch for water-loving dogs trying to jump off of docks - simply because they can't (or most can't) climb back up!

Safety: Excessive exercise at a young age (before 1 year) including long distance running, and too high or repetitive jumping can cause a dog serious joint and other physical problems later in life. Consult a veterinarian for more info.

Playing with other dogs is a great way to keep your dog happy and socialized! The way they run and play is amazing exercise, and you know what they say - A tired dog is a good dog!

If your dog was raised getting to meet and play with new dogs, and is friendly and sociable, this is a simple and yet rewarding thing for you and your dog. Set up playtimes with known doggy friends in a safe, fenced place. You can chit chat with friends while supervising the fun. It is always best to introduce dogs on 'neutral grounds' that is, not in either of the dogs territory. Take them for a walk together first, see how they do, then move on to playing in the backyard.

There are also many dog parks you can find, just be sure to supervise and keep it safe. Just like people, not all dogs like all other dogs. And we never know just what dogs are going to be at the park!

Although playing with other dogs is great in so many ways, make sure you also spend enough time with your dog to be fun for them too! Young puppies that only ever play with other dogs can end up bonding only with other dogs, or thinking dogs are much more fun and interesting than their owner.

Dogs in training that are let off leash in dog parks have a higher chance of being able to disobey and run around without paying any attention to their owners, which can seriously set back any training done up to that point! Make sure you choose your commands wisely, set your dog up for SUCCESS not failure. Why say come, or sit, or stay, if you already know its not going to happen?

Safety: Check with a veterinarian to find out how much weight is appropriate for your dog to be carrying. If your dog has joint or hip problems, a backpack isn't such a good idea. Be sure to bring lots of water for both of you!

Off-leash wilderness hikes are great, just watch for deer or other animals making the dog bolt and chase. They can quickly run far enough to not be able to find their way back to you.

If your dog has an issue with eating rocks, it probably won't come up on a hike. If he is insistent though, consider muzzling him just to be safe. Dogs have been known to swallow rocks large enough to cause blockages leading to major surgeries and possibly death as a result. If your dog has never had a problem ingesting rocks - Then don't worry about it!

Swimming is a great form of exercise for dogs, and a great way to spend time together on a hot summer day! There are many floatable toys to play fetch with, or just take a dip together and enjoy it! 

Take time letting your dog get used to the water. Some will want to swim immediately, and you'll have a hard time keeping them away from a lake.. Others will take more time.

Just don't force it!

There are also numerous K9 pools opening up, where you can take your dog to swim and socialize. Swimming is great for their joints and muscles.

Safety: Dogs should be trained well enough to make turns off the box with all four paws making contact - This helps reduce the impact on the dogs joints, since they are usually running quite quickly before they hit the box to trigger it. Practice makes perfect!

The tournament setting is intense, and everyone is full of energy. Make sure your dog gets a potty break before and after every race, if only as a cooldown!

Some dogs are prone to hip or joint problems. If you suspect your dog may develop issues, flyball may not be the sport for you.