Wednesday, March 30, 2011

Dog Park News (March 30, 2011)



Small Dog Park receives donation
MiamiHerald.com
DOGGY DONATION: Nutro Products gave a dontation to the Miami Springs Small Dog Park as part of their “Room to Run” Dog Park Appreciation Project. By LAURA PILGRIM/Gazette Writer The Miami Springs Small Dog Park will be getting just a bit bigger, ...

Dog Park to Shift, Grow with Locke County Park Road Fix-up
Patch.com
Many dog-park users like current setup, but shorter road lets county reduce upkeep costs. By Chris Steller | Email the author | 12:09pm Fridley's dog park will move west within Locke County Park as part of a project this spring that will also see the ...
Here's some dog park etiquette
Chicago Sun-Times
Adam Roeske plays with dogs Boomer (left) and Dobers at the dog park at the Schweitzer Forest Preserve in Dundee Township in this 2008 photo. | Sun-Times Media File Dog parks can be great places for your pet if everyone knows how to behave, ...
The Falmouth Dog Park Nears Completion
Patch.com
By Jessica Prendergast | Email the author | 9:17am The Falmouth Dog park is due to open May 1, 2011 Located at the east end of Brick Klin road, this long awaited doggie playland is finally becoming a reality. This is the first of it's kind for Falmouth ...
Lack of respect for park a dog-gone shame
Shoreline Beacon
Anyone wishing to use the Saugeen Shores Off-Leash Dog Park throughout the winter has been greeted by this sign. The park, located at the former Port Elgin landfill, has been closed due to snow and general disrespect from some of its users. ...
Dog park fundraising under way
Mohave Valley News
By NEIL YOUNG/The Daily News BULLHEAD CITY — At Monday's Dog Park Committee meeting, at least 30 people turned out — considered a good showing by organizers. “To see the crowd here today is heartening,” said Bullhead City Mayor Jack Hakim. ...
Purchase permits to Central Bark
Suburban Life Publications
Permits are required to offset the maintenance costs and protect the users of the dog park. Owners will be required to show current proof of shots for their dogs at the time of registration. Park hours are from dawn to dusk. The dog park is located at ...
Joggin' & dog'n
Paso Robles Press
Proceeds benefited the construction fund for a new Paso Robles Dog Park as well as Woods Humane Society. Woods also had dogs on hand for locals to adopt in the Rent-a-Dog program for a $50 donation. “We had a great turnout with 130 dogs and an ...
Dog show winner to appear today
Northern Virginia Daily
FRONT ROYAL -- The winner of the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is scheduled to appear in Front Royal today in support of the proposed local dog park. Hickory Wind, the 2011 winner of the show, will be a guest at the opening reception for the "Bark ...
Doug Linkhart a "neighborhood guy" with knack for outreach
Denver Post
By Anthony Cotton Approach to politics — Doug Linkhart, a divorced father of three, spends time with his children Ruby, 17, and Nathan, 15, at a dog park on a recent Friday. Mayoral hopeful Linkhart says that there's a difference between being popular ...
VIDEO: Raise the Woof Kicks-Off White Rock Lake Centennial Celebration
SMU Daily Mustang
By Jefferson Johnson White Rock Lake Dog Park celebrated its 10 anniversary- “Raise the Woof Pup Rally” as part of the Comerica White Rock Lake Centennial Celebration Saturday. The fundraiser will go toward renovating the first North Texas dog park...
A guide to Easter events
TribLocal
Doggie Eggstravaganza 9:30 to 11 am, March 26 Bo's Run Off Leash Park, 3600 Lexington Drive, Hoffman Estates Dogs that enjoy the thrill of the hunt or just like to romp can search for prizes and treats hidden in colorful eggs throughout the dog park...
Come back ready to cut: city budget chair
NorthernLife.ca
The remaining 37 items, including improvements to the Toe Blake Arena parking lot in Coniston and an off-leash dog park in Minnow Lake, have a price tag of just more than $4.5 million. “Go home tonight and think about this,” Kett, councillor for Ward ...
Blotter: Police investigate report about man with a knife
Denton Record Chronicle
1400 block of Ryan Road — Police responded to a dog park and learned that a car burglar had been in the area Sunday. A woman reported she left her car in the parking lot about 3:45 pm and took her dog to play. When she returned, shefound that someone ...
Political dinners coming this spring
Delmarva Now
Jack Levering from Ocean Pines is asking for your help concerning a dog park in the Pines. He would like you to send a letter to our General Manager or any Board of Directors member if you are in support of this park. The area Jack is considering is ...
A Dog Days Inn -- Proper Paws University reopening, adds boarding
Journal Times
It also has a graveled, outdoor dog play yard and a 1.5-acre, fenced dog park for members. Park memberships cost $75 annually per family. Beyer said she also hopes to take over some of the City of Racine's animal control services in the future. ...
Councillors carve down tax hike
The Barrie Examiner
"I think we will be here in 25 years talking about a dog park (if $25000 has to be fundraised)," said Coun. Alex Nuttall. Coun. Lynn Strachan tried to keep the Barrie Transit cash fare at $2.60, instead of increasing it to $2.75 this year. ...
Candidates talk Ridgeland Common, cutting costs
TribLocal
Another concept would be to add a dog park at Lindberg Park, an amenity Finch said is lacking in the village. “I'm not 100 percent on this, but I think there are more dogs in Oak Park than children,” he said. Bullock, Guarino and Aeschleman said they ...
URBAN ACTION: 3/30-4/6
Rochester City Newspaper
Meeting topics include a discussion on the planning and sustainability report from the Allens Creek-Corbett's Glen Preservation Group, and the dog park plan for Ellison Park. The meeting will be held at Temple Sinai, 363 Penfield Road. ...
Residents offer ideas for town
Seacoastonline.com
High school students Tucker Finerty and Hunter Kasey offered up ideas: more snack areas in Sawyer Park, a recreational pool, more reading variety at the town library, and a dog park. Many residents at the March 22 workshop agreed there should be more ...
Humane Society Announces New Home
WYFF Greenville
It will allow them to build a dog park and walking trails. Greenville Humane Society's new location is set to open in May. The total cost for the project is $2.25 million, which Pitman said they have already raised $700000 of. ...
Woodlands group strives for more adoption of shelter pets
Ultimate Woodlands
Piotter said they are also actively working with various organizations, including The Woodlands Dog Park Club. The group is sponsoring the next life-saving flight on Cloud Nine Rescue, which transports animals across the country. ...
Buchanan appoints new commissioner
South Bend Tribune
Terrell said bringing jobs to Buchanan is a priority especially among young people here while recreational opportunities like a dog park ranks high on the wish list of the city's older residents. He said he wants to try to bring things here that will ...

Chance big winner at NC competition
Murphysboro American
Bateman is heading the effort to establish a Dog Park in Murphysboro, which would be a gathering place for both pets and owners in a fenced-in area with refuse bags, disposal, and watering fountain. “We are cautiously optimistic about being close to ...
E-mail To The Editor: Mayor Gives Update On Contamination From Asarco Smelter ...
Patch.com
Soggy Doggies - Help maintain the off leash dog park AND get a clean doggy during a fundraiser fromMarch 24 th through March 28 th . SUNDogs is partnering with Soggy Doggy Self Serve Dog Wash (7518 -40 th St West) to raise money to help maintain the ...
Take your dog for a jog
Aiken Standard (subscription)
Interaction out in the community with other dogs, whether in your neighborhood or at the Aiken dog park, is healthy for their mental state, too. There are lots of new sights and smells just waiting to be discovered. Does your neighbor have a dog? ...
A guide to Easter events — Huntley news, photos and events ...
By Kara Silva
... March 26 Bo's Run Off Leash Park, 3600 Lexington Drive, Hoffman Estates Dogs that enjoy the thrill of the hunt or just like to romp can search for prizes and treats hidden in colorful eggs throughout the dog park...
Foster Dogs in New York City: Looking for a Social Network for ...
By Site Editor: Sarah
It's a different type of way to find a new canine buddy to play with at the local dog park - any maybe you'll meet a cool owner out of it too. To create a profile or learn more, go to PetsDating.com ...
UYE: Spring Valley Dog Park, Las Vegas | Events | Yelp
Talk thread: http://www.yelp.com/topic/las-vegas-dog-park-uyesI chose April 3 to give people some time to see this event posting. The start time of 12 noon ...
Dog park proponents raise $1100 at first meeting | haven, meeting ...
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Here's some dog park etiquette - Courier News
WEST DUNDEE — Terri Lynn Johnson walked a brisk pace through Spring Hill Mall on Saturday with tears welling in her eyes, looking to bend the ear of anyone ...
Five Cities Dog Park Association - News
Elm Street Off-Leash Dog Park. 380 Elm Street, Arroyo Grande, CA. Directions: From 101 Freeway, exit at Hwy 227 Grand Avenue. Go west on Grand Ave. ...

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