I unfortunately am not allowed by my lease to bring pets into my apartment, but I am about a ten minute walk from Astoria Park and enjoy walking around in the neighborhood. Usually, I stay more on the residential rather than the commercial streets, which I think would serve most dogs better, just to cut down on hectic energy. Whenever possible, I like to give plenty of time for dogs to sniff around and explore their world, and if you tell me that you are comfortable with your pup meeting others, I'd happily keep a watchful eye on dog-to-dog interactions so that there's a chance to socialize. I also know that there are a couple of dog parks around which might be fun for your dog to visit if you think that they're comfortable with what can be a slightly rambunctious space.