
Group Socialization & Neutrality Walks
All Dogs are Welcome!
Come and join us for free group dog socialization walks with your dog! These walks are hosted by Hounding Around's Head Trainer and owner, Avery Dobson. They provide a great opportunity to practice neutrality around other dogs and people. Bring your dog training questions and get ready for some group exercises and walks in Portland and Gresham's parks!
Reactive dogs, puppies, overly excited dogs, and dogs needing a confidence boost are all welcome. We ensure each dog's space is respected—no on-leash greetings with other dogs—so we can foster a safe and positive experience for everyone.
If your dog is reactive, we can work together to ensure a safe and productive experience for you and your pup, as long as you feel that you have control of your dog on leash. Feel free to reach out with questions or concerns at any point.
To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, we kindly ask that dogs remain leashed, all bathroom breaks are cleaned up, and participants follow the requests and guidelines set by Hounding Around. If you or your dog are feeling unwell, please keep the health and well-being of other participants in mind and join us for the next session.
Upcoming Walks:
Wednesday September 3rd - Bella Vista Park - 4pm
Saturday September 20th - Gresham City Hall Wy'East Trail, 1333 NW Eastman Parkway - 12pm
Wednesday October 1st - Main City Park - 4pm
Saturday October 18th - Red Sunset Park - 10am
Wednesday November 5th - Mayor Charles Becker Park - 4pm
Saturday November 15th - Bella Vista Park - 10am
Wednesday December 3rd - Gradin Sports Park - 4pm
Saturday December 20th - Red Sunset Park - 10am
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Wednesday January 7th - Main City Park - 4pm
Saturday January 17th - Nadaka Nature Park - 10am
Wednesday February 4th - Bella Vista Park - 4pm
Saturday February 21st - Arts Plaza - 10am
Wednesday March 4th - Gradin Sports Park - 4pm
Saturday March 21st - Red Sunset Park - 10am
Wednesday April 1st - Main City - 4pm
Saturday April 18th - Mayor Charles Becker Park - 10am
Wednesday May 6th - Bella Vista - 4pm
Saturday May 16th - Nadaka Nature Park - 10am
Wednesday June 3rd - Main City - 4pm
Saturday June 20th - Gradin Sports Park - 10am
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Group socialization class on Portland's West Side - all dogs welcome!
20 US dollarsGroup socialization class in Gresham, Oregon - all dogs welcome!