Buddy Play

We allow certain dog companions to conduct Buddy Play, where they take two dogs that I selectively pair into the play yard.  This is a good example of Buddy Play.  Brody is the white dog and Asia is the tan dog.  Notice that there is no interaction from the humans in the yard.  This is all about the dogs.  What I love about Brody and Asia is that they go back and forth with the advantage--one moment on top and the next on their back.

Timing

Emma is a short, female American Staffordshire Terrier mix and Buddy is a tall, male mix of who-knows-what.  They have a great time playing together.  When I watched this video the first time, I wasn't sure if I saw what I though I saw.  I watched it again and yes, Emma ran under Buddy!


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Diversity

I love a diverse pack of dogs.  We have a mix of Great Dane, Bloodhound/Coonhound, Boxer, American Staffordshire Terrier and Mutt.

     

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Just another fun day of play with dogs that just met.


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Xena and Domino having a great time

Love watching these two crazy dogs play!

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Last week they had a home. Each returned, different reason. First time playing together @HumaneTampaBay #shelterdogs pic.twitter.com/ZDghq0bY3z
— GlenHatchell (@HomeBuddiesTPNE) December 30, 2014

Olaf and Rigo play in the rain

Olaf is the white 9-month old hound mix and Rigo is the dark 8-month old terrier mix.  Olaf might be the most playful dog I have had in playgroups.  This was part of their 20-minute routine during a rainy morning.

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