[TrishB]

You're right when you say it's a dominance thing. Charlie thinks he's the 'big man on campus' and he's ready to tell everyone about it!

The problem is, he has bad 'doggy manners'. Dogs that don't know how to greet other dogs will do things like humping, jumping, etc.

The best thing to do would be to take Charlie to Dog Obedience Classes. These classes will not only help you with furthering Charlie's training, but it will also help him to learn how to greet other dogs. Tell your trainer of your park encounters, and they'll also give you some techniques.

You're right that one day he may choose the wrong dog to greet. You've already gotten a glimpse of that. I'd suggest you act now, before you encounter 'the wrong dog'.

Just keep in mind that although his behaviour is embarrassing to you, it is normal in 'doggy language'.