Friday, July 15, 2011

The Dog Park News (July 15, 2011)

'Burg makes dog park finalist
Lynchburg News and Advance
Lynchburg was named a finalist today in the competition for a $100000 dog park. Credit: Parker Michels-Boyce/The News & Advance Brad (right) and Eddie Barth walk Bailey (front) and Freckles down Peakland Place in Lynchburg Wednesday. ...
Connecting at the Manalapan Dog Park
All these thoughts dance in your head until one day you're in the car, with your dog hanging out the window on your way to the new dog park in Manalapan at Thompson Grove Park. I'm happy for Sky because she will be able to meet some other dogs and ...
Parks committee splits vote for new Lake Merritt dog park
San Francisco Chronicle (blog)
Emily Rosenberg (in the middle), co-founder of the Oakland Dog Owners Group, shows the commissioners a rendering of the proposed dog park on Wednesday. To alternating applause and boos, supporters and opponents of a proposed dog park at Lakeside Park ...
Spokane County dog park wildly popular all year long
The Spokesman Review
Mariah, a 10-year old Australian shepherd, enjoys a romp at the Patricia Simonet Laughing Dog Park at Interstate 90 near the Idaho state line on July 3. The off-leash park has been open for five years and is open year-round. If you would like to donate ...
Leash-free area for dogs proposed at Lonny Brewer Park
SignOnSanDiego.com
The park could become the first leash-free dog park in the unincorporated area of the county. Fred Greaves A man takes an early morning walk with his dog through the trees of Lonny Brewer Park in Rancho San Diego July 9, 2011. The park could become the ...
Renovated Dog Park Reopens in Oceanside
NBC San Diego
The San Diego Humane Society recently reopened a renovated dog park in Oceanside, complete with artificial turf and gazebos. The park is located on San Luis Road on the Human Society campus. The renovation cost $300000 and included building a new ...
Husky owner responds to dog park allegations
Cambridge Times
As a matter of fact, when we left the dog park on Maple Grove Road, about 20 minutes after the incident occurred, we went straight to the emergency vet, where Merrin and her boyfriend were directed to go, even though our hearts were still pumping ...
Dog park delayed in Riverside South
Your Ottawa Region
A small off-leash area for dog owners in Riverside South has been delayed, opening next spring instead of this summer, Gloucester South-Nepean Coun. Steve Desroches has confirmed. The small parcel of land beside the fire station on Earl Armstrong Road ...
Oceanside off-leash dog park reopens with new design
KFMB
OCEANSIDE (CNS) - Oceanside's only off-leash dog park reopened Wednesday after being closed for a month for renovations, the San Diego Humane Society and SPCA announced. The San Diego Humane Society redesigned the park with funds from the PETCO ...



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Bernhard: Dog park will enhance city
Savannah Morning News
By Jusak Wang Bernhard We ask that our voices be heard by Savannah powers that be regarding a proposal to turn a portion of the Nathanael Greene Park into a dog park. Letters and over 2000 signed names on a petition have been delivered to the mayor, ...
All dogs can go to Heaven at Shell Factory
The News-Press
Doggy Heaven, a new dog park in the Shell Factory in North Fort Myers, is holding a grand opening from 12:30 to 4 pm Sunday with demonstrations and fun for everyone. "People love their dogs and they want to come," said Richard Dunmire, ...
Good Ground Park Plan Revisited; Open Space, Dog Run and Pond in the Works
The Hampton Bays Beautification Association is pushing for the town to carve out a three-acre green space, with accompanying fenced-in dog park, from a 40-acre parcel purchased by Southampton Town with Community Preservation Fund money more than 10 ...
Huntington Dog Park Finalist in National Competition
WOWK
By Kelly Brennan HUNTINGTON -- After five years of planning, the Huntington Dog Park is one step closer to completion, and could get a big boost if it wins the grand prize in an online competition. Greater Huntington Parks and Recreation District ...
Agility, rally competitions test the dogs and the owners
Houston Chronicle
Do not expect to find the equivalent of a dog park to entertain family pets. Dog must be under control at all time. Flexible leads are not allowed. If you think your mutt might be smart enough run with the big dogs, take him to the Reliant Park World ...

Public not keen on idea of banning dogs from parks
Royal Gazette
The Royal Gazette's casual poll found most people were firmly against the ban; several residents suggested a dog park should be created. Rebecca Pedro said: “Dogs need exercise and we don't have a dog park anywhere, so where else are they supposed to ...
Dog gone fun in Port Hope
Northumberland News
The show is a fundraiser for a future dog park in Port Hope, she said. There is a morning and afternoon show with 14 different categories, she said. In addition, up to 20 dogs, some from as far away as Toronto will be inducted into the Canadian Fire ...
My new favorite place in Delray Beach is fit for dogs
Palm Beach Post (blog)
It's most popular for the freshwater fishing and the Dog Park. I haven't owned a dog since my poodle, Jimi, died over 20 years ago, but I was fascinated by the pooch playground. The Dog Park was built with funds donated by Delray Beach philanthropist, ...

160 Reasons We Love the Mid-Valley: Dog parks
Statesman Journal
... appreciated especially by dog owners who might not have backyards for their pets to play in. These parks provide a setting for their dogs to not only get to exercise but socialize with other dogs. Keizer Rapids Park has the only fenced dog park...
California City to Ban Pet Ownership
AmmoLand.com (press release)
Columbus, OH --(Ammoland.com)- In a city known for proposing bizarre pet store bans, and that's apparently always dealing with dog park problems, San Francisco's Animal Control Commission has discussed possibly banning the sale of all pets, ...
Give us a sign we're welcome
BCLocalNews
Right now, White Rock has no dog park or designated walking area, other than the parking lots and north sidewalks along Marine Drive. Please give us a place and time when we can just play a bit on the beach.
State approves additional funding for Saline's Mill Pond Park Waterfront ...
AnnArbor.com
Also planned is a ramp leading into the water in the dog park area and landscaping with native species to help control runoff and stabilize the river banks. Other improvements include construction of approach ramps from the public parking lot to the ...
Trying to blend green with 'green'
Reporter Online
Walking paths and bike trails are also under consideration, and the mayor acknowledged he would also “love” to see a dog park there. “I think we're going to realize our dream of an unbelievable dog park, not something that you just carved out of a ...

Coming Thursday
The Spokesman Review (blog)
Reporter Lisa Leinberger recently visited with some happy dogs out at the Patricia Simonet Laughing Dog Park at Stateline. The Liberty Lake Police Department recently had a good week, clearing up several related crimes by recommending various criminal ...
Patch's Picks: Parks in the Shores
For those with furry family members, stop by the Slater-Maloof Dog Park, located inside Brys Park. A dog park pass is needed and can be purchased at the Civic Arena along with other park passes. Bring the kids along and let them play ball on one of the ...
Notices parallel to politics at Fourth of July parade
Danbury News Times
We enjoy watching and cheering for the veterans, youth groups, community service organizations and even the marching pets from the local dog park. However, there was a telling incident this year as the Republican and Democrat Town Committee floats ...
Henderson gravel pit to be redeveloped as park
Las Vegas Review - Journal
Other amenities such as playground equipment and a dog park could be added in future phases. This marks the second major park project undertaken in Henderson since the economic downturn began, and it comes as city officials in North Las Vegas are ...
Council debates how to address storm water management
TribLocal
Village Engineer Steve Saunders said the village is looking at two methods to decrease bacteria at Elder Lane and Centennial Dog Park beaches — anti-bacterial mats and ultraviolet treatments. Additionally, staff has identified 15 private properties ...
City opens new East River esplanade today
The Real Deal New York (blog)
The esplanade features seating along the railing of the river, stadium seating that allows views of the water from edge of Wall Street and a new dog park. The space also connects to the newly launched East River Ferry stop at Pier 11 downtown. ...
Dress up your doggie for a good cause Saturday
Northumberland Today
All proceeds will go to the future Port Hope dog park, Hudson said. "We are taking a page out of the skate park way of doing things. They fundraised before they actually got the land. We want to be prepared, and then go to the municipality and say, ...
Dignitaries help cut ribbon at new Humane Society
EMC Kanata
Now, animals can stretch their legs thanks to the increased space of the 245 West Hunt Club location, which can handle 80 dogs and 400 cats at any given time, and features an on-site dog park. Given the amount of time and effort invested into ...
Fort Myer Organist Honored on Retirement
Sun Gazette
A resident of Penrose since 1972, Schaaf has served as treasurer of the Penrose Neighborhood Association and was instrumental in the lighting of the Towers Dog Park. The following are comments from the readers. In no way do they represent the view of ...