How To Use Your Dog to Get a Date in Park Slope

Image via jasonthedogwalker.blogspot.comNew York is a city full of beautiful people and Park Slope is no exception. But when you’re not hitting on the hotties over bocce ball at Union Hall, it can be hard to get the conversation started. Well, look no further than your four legged friend for a wing pal. Here are five ways to use your dog to get a date:  

1. Trap them. Someone walking down 5th avenue who tickles your fancy? Subtly drop a dog treat on one side of the sidewalk then stroll to the other right before you interest crosses your path. With any luck, they’ll trip on your dog's leash. Come to their rescue as you catch them from their fall. Apologize. Offer to make up for it with a cup of coffee. 

2. Dress your dog in an adorable jacket, complete with a lovable hood. Make your pup so irresistible that whoever crosses your path won’t be able to pass without bending down for a quick pet. Ask them how their day is going and the rest is for the storybooks. 

3. Train your dog to approach. You heard me. Teach your dog to run the way of your type. Why do you think all those people really roam Prospect Park in the a.m.? 

4. Park it on a bench. If you put the time in, the results will come. Someone is going to be roaming through the Slope and spot your cute little pal and see your relaxed manner as an invitation for dog conversation. Wait long enough and hope that someone who stops to meet your pooch can also stop traffic. 

5. If all else fails, pretend your dog ran away. Pass out flyers with a photo of your “lost” dog and your number. Add a tear for drama’s sake and hand out those suckers to all who catch your eye. Hope that their empathy will work in your favor. Best park? No dog necessary.  

Now go get ‘em, tiger.