Great small park, nice neighborhood, with lots of activities. There's a SOCCER field, full court…read moreBASKETBALL, SKATE PARK with concrete bowls, children's PLAYGROUND & WATER features for younger kids, a covered PICNIC area, and a paved path around the whole park with a few EXERCISE stations.
Our favorite spot is the DOG PARK on the south end of the soccer field. Despite the constant struggle to keep the grass nice, it has recently been remodeled adding features for the dogs to play on. Lengthwise long enough to play a good game of fetch with your pooch to tire them out or just let them play with the mix of other dogs. Most owners here are friendly, supportive, and helpful. Some have even donated toys, scoopers, bags, etc to make this place nice for visitors. **Reminder- It's best to unleash your dog before entering the inner gate AND to keep an eye on them while they play so that nobody gets out of hand(Dogs will be dogs).**
This really does seem like the most effective method of helping your dog become socialized with people and other dogs. Some dogs are more cautious, fearful, protective, or defensive by nature or the way they have been treated in the past. Being most impressionable in their early months, it is important to begin exposing them to many of the things you want them to be comfortable with. Of course they need to have their shots first, but around 3-4 months old, they may be ready to start venturing into the dogpark and begin trying out other good experiences (neighborhood walks, car rides, meeting friends animals, training classes, and of course bathing/grooming at home or business).
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I would also recommend Woodward Park dog park for ppl with large, small, or new dogs. Although much bigger than Beamer, it has separate enclosed areas to help your pup acclimate to this new environment.
Remember to please keep these places nice for our kids, pups, and neighbors by being courteous with others and picking up after yourselves and your pups.