Tuesday, August 30, 2011

The Dog Park News (August 30, 2011)


GSN Announces An All-New "Dog Park Superstars" One-Hour Special
TVbytheNumbers
Santa Monica, CA - August 29, 2011 - GSN (Game Show Network) is definitely barking up the right tree as the network announced today the return of an audience favorite: an all-new one-hour special,DOG PARK SUPERSTARS, the action-filled show in which ...
Nonprofit dog park planned for Terrace Heights
Yakima Herald-Republic
By Phil Ferolito Laurie Mosher, who owns five dogs, wants to build a dog park in Terrace Heights. Her plans call for a 4-acre park where dogs could roam without leashes. It would be for members only. YAKIMA, Wash. -- A six-foot fence would enclose a ...

City seeks public input on dog park tonight
News Courier
Based on a combination of requests from pet owners and available grant funds, the city may explore building a dog park. The City Council will hold a special public meeting tonight to hear comments from residents who are for or against the proposal. ...
Dog owners, OSPCA come together for 'Paws' event
Standard Freeholder
The event was held to create awareness for both the Cornwall Dog Park Association -- and the future off-leash park -- and the Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. The local branch of the SPCA spearheaded the event. ...
Dedication to Dave Melton at Vineyard Dog Park
KSBY San Luis Obispo News
Today he was remembered for his kindness, compassion, and strong support of the Vineyard Dog Park. "he was really very fair. So there was some issues with the parks and people who had doubts and some who were strong supporters, and he was able to ...
Pet Portraits in Gulfport Raise Money for Local Animal Rescues
Dogs are welcome and seen many places in Gulfport, tucked under tables at outdoor restaurants, browsing the Fresh Market with their people, and playing at the dog park. Soon more dogs will be seen downtown . . . on the buildings. ...
Dogs help raise money to rescue some of their kind
The Flint Journal - MLive.com
She said $500 was raised for the Davison Area Dog Park from a bake sale and memorial bricks at the park, which is nearing completion off Gale Road, next to the Black Creek walking and biking trail in Davison Township. More then 20 vendors were on hand, ...



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Photo Gallery: Greater Annapolis Cleanup Continues
Quiet Waters Dog Park also closed thanks to a fallen tree. By John Wilfong A utility worker repairs some power lines on Gardner Drive in Hillsmere Monday morning. While some areas of Greater Annapolis are still waiting to see any sign of a utility crew ...
Irene Leaves Broken Animals, Broken Building
PETA (press release) (blog)
We worked, too, to get our Bea Arthur dog park cleaned up for canine visitors, but our beautiful, solid (well, it used to be solid!) dog deck buckled and was uprooted and shredded—and, unfortunately, it's too pricy to replace. But here's Mr. Jones, ...

Former Police Chief Gary Tyler Is Remembered, Honored At Event
Hartford Courant
Tyler was also instrumental in establishing the town's first dog park, which has been named the South Windsor Bark Park. Memorial donations in Tyler's honor can be made to: Friends of South Windsor Bark Park, PO Box 1182, South Windsor, CT 06074.
Street Style: At the Coveteur party at Holt Renfrew
blogTO (blog)
Conflict in Baird Park over proposed dog park Dearest Ursula, I don't believe you have any idea what you are talking about when you insinuate that the people opposing the park are not inclusive and generous. This has... The Best Camera Stores in ...
Boaters were warned of Float Down restrictions
Port Huron Times Herald
Bud from Marysville: "Can you tell me when the Marysville dog park is going to open? I hope it's going to be a 24-hour one because I work days. If anyone can tell me if it's going to be a 24-hour park." At this point, it's still only a proposed dog ...
WNEM TV 5 - Saginaw, Flint, Michigan News and WeatherGround breaking event to 
WNEM Saginaw
... next to the Shields Men's Club Festival Grounds, 605 South Miller, at 4p.m. When completed the project will consist of three full size soccer fields, walking trails, a playscape, pavilions, a restroom facility, basketball courts, a pond and a dog park.
COMMUNITY NOTEBOOK //Soap Factory $99 sale returns Sept. 9
Downtown Journal
17 with live music, a beer garden and a bean bag competition to raise money for a new dog park. The dog park would be located on 3 acres off of Buchanan Street near Winter and Spring streets northeast, the same spot where a community garden closed...

Irene Aftermath
Volunteers for the Shelton Dog Park are reporting that the area was not damaged and lots of people are coming with their pets. The Trails Committee, however, is asking for help in cleaning up the recreational paths. They posted the following message on ...
Fast furry fun
Newton Daily News
The event drew 26 participants and raised money for the Newton Dog Park.. (Right) Newton resident Clara Trease and her golden retriever Lucy took first place for the owner and dog who looked most alike, thanks to the matching shades the pair wore. ...
Sound-off 8/29
Belleville News Democrat
Granite City can get tax money to pay for golf cart paths, Glen Carbon can get tax money for a dog park and Swansea can get tax money for a bike path. What is wrong with this picture? If we have money for this kind of unnecessary spending, ...