Wednesday, October 12, 2011

The Dog Park News (October 12, 2011)


Funds for dog park approved
News Transcript: BY JAMES McEVOY Staff Writer HOWELL— After several years of discussion, the Howell Township Council has unanimously approved the construction of a dog park in the municipality. The governing body took final action at its Oct. 4 meeting. ...
New developments for Quincy Humane Society dog park
ConnectTriStates.com powered by KHQA: by Brooke Hasch Quincy dogs and their owners should have an easier time getting around the Humane Society's dog park in the future. Remember Rover's Run? It's a great outdoor space for dogs to get out, run and socialize with other dogs, ...
Dog Parks Should Be Comfortable for Both Owner and Dog
Patch: Whether it's rough play, other dogs or the condition of the dog park itself, it's a good idea to observe from a distance before letting your dog join in. Grayson and Kaiah are accustomed to rough play at the dog park, but not all owners are comfortable ...
A DOG'S DREAM TO REALITY: Volunteers expect park to take shape by end of the ...
Destin Log: While the weather was dreary Tuesday, the smile on Nancy Weidenhamer's face couldn't be ignored as she overlooked the fence posts that make up the perimeter of Destin's first dog park. “It's one of those things where you know it's going to happen, ...
Hackles rise over Killarney Heights dog park plan
Cumberland Courier Newspapers: Mother-of-two Angela Willett (centre) with other residents who oppose plans for a fenced dog park at Starkey St reserve. THE children are taking on the dogs in Killarney Heights in a beef over who gets the run of Starkey St reserve. ...

"K9Grass is Safe" - City of Philadelphia Parks and Recreation Defends Decision ...
DigitalJournal: The dog park surfacing product was recommended for the park by the project's Design Concept Team, which includes citizen representatives from the Friends of Schuylkill River Park, Schuylkill River Park Alliance, and Center City Residents Association. ...


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Ellis House hosts horse-drawing classes for kids
Chicago Sun-Times: Dog park permits available: The Forest Preserve District of Will County will sell dog park permits 9-11 am Oct. 15 at Hammel Woods Dog Park; noon to 2 pm Oct. 15 at Messenger Marsh Dog Park; and during Oct. 22's Howloween Hoopla at Whalon Lake Dog Park ...
Baltimore County set to unveil $6.1 million facelift at Robert E. Lee Park
Baltimore Sun: Those involved with the park are excited about the new dog parkPaw Point. Paw Point provides 1.5 acres of enclosed space for registered dogs to roam free, and features a flight of stone steps down to Lake Roland so that dogs can enjoy easy access to ...

Dog, family festival planned this weekend
Santa Ynez Valley News: ... exhibit showcasing local wineries and local artists and artisans. A silent auction will benefit Buellton's off-leash dog park, Paws Park; the Santa Ynez Valley Humane Society; and the national rescue organization Mini Aussie Rescue and Support (MARS).
Pooches, owners ready to celebrate Howl-o--ween in Bellaire
Your Houston News: This year's event will launch from Evergreen Park at 8:30 am Saturday, with pets and owners parading to Officer Lucy Dog Park. Entry fee is $10. Keep it Clean. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd, ...
Ashland tests emergency sirens
KTVL: One of the warning sirens went off at the dog park. It was part of a practice test. The sirens sounded off at Noon. The city does the test every few months to make sure the sirens are working properly. There's four sirens placed around Ashland. ...
Myriad Gardens in Oklahoma City to celebrate grand reopening Saturday
NewsOK.com: ... during the past few months have only had a glimpse of the full makeover, but this weekend marks the official grand opening with the completion of a children's play area, a dog park and a plaza that will be home to an ice skating rink next month. ...
Parks and Rec votes on equipment
Jamestown Sun: On the dog park front, Heinrich reported there was no news. The Jamestown Parks and Recreation Foundation still has not met and formally given the land to the Parks and Recreation Commission board. But some minor work can still be completed, ...
Jim Hoar honored at 36th annual event in Breckenridge
Canon City Daily Record: He has collaborated with a community support group to develop the Arkansas Riverwalk Dog Park and expanded the district's programs by 20 percent. According to the release, Hoar also completed these programs without increasing the mill levy, ...
Golfers express concerns at parks plan tour
Clovis News Journal: The commission was met Monday morning at the pro shop by about a dozen golfers who expressed frustration with the city's plans to convert the nine-hole course into youth sports fields, walking trails, a dog park, parking and an expansion of the zoo. ...
Surprise! City renames park to laud mayor
Florida Today: Creating a dog park at a city park. Adding freshwater boat ramps at manmade ponds within city parks. Adding pavilions, picnic benches, tables, trees and pathway lighting. Establishing a park-volunteer program, and adding 20 new volunteers a year over ...
Barkin' bakery: Downtown shop offers dogs cookies and cakes
McKinney Courier Gazette: Farrar set up a card table of treats at the dog park in Plano, where she gave away her earliest samples, eager for some feedback. "I worked really hard -- about a year and a half -- on my recipe," she said. "I came up with one that I knew my dogs and ...
As Good as Gold, Golden Retriever Rescue of Northern Illinois Appears at ...
TribLocal: As Good as Gold volunteers will be available to answer questions about golden retrievers, rescue services and responsible pet ownership at Whalon Lake Dog Park, Royce Road west of Route 53, Bolingbrook, IL 60440. As Good as Gold – Golden Retriever ...
Magical White House trip still inspires
Delmarva Now: Jack Levering, chairman for the proposed dog park, and his committee are planning a dog walk around the South Gate pond this Saturday, Oct. 15. They are encouraging all dog owners in the Pines and nearby areas to bring their dogs and participate by ...
Marathon starts at 7:30 am Sunday in Syracuse
Syracuse.com: Near the Good Dog Park, half-marathoners will turn and run back to the stadium, organizers said. Marathoners will continue on Hayes Road then up Route 370 to Baldwinsville, then down Route 31 to River Road, returning to Onondaga Lake Park. ...
Smyrna Mayoral Candidate Defends Himself
Patch: The nearby dog park at Lake Court Park will remain open during this maintenance period. Which leads us to the fall cleanup event, It's My Park Day, which will be this Saturday from 9 am to noon. Citizens are invited to clean, prune and paint in their ...
Come see the witchcraft at Concord's Harvest Festival
Delco News Network: Pooches decked in their Halloween finest are invited to the dog park at 11 am for the costume contest. Prizes will be awarded. Children adorned in their most imaginative attire are invited to participate in the Halloween parade. ...
Making a difference
Enid News & Eagle
Paws 4 the Cause Dachsund Dash at Chisholm Trail Expo Center will benefit the Enid dog park. • Dr. Martin Luther King Commission will clean up a public park or public area. • Friends of Government Springs Park will do the fall cleanup at Dillingham ...
Essner lauded as term limits force him from Cape Girardeau parks board
Southeast Missourian: Essner thinks the city could still use a dog park, a nicer skate park and other amenities. He wouldn't rule out a run for city council but said that would have to wait until he retires. He said he hopes that Cape Girardeau residents don't take their ...
63 Percent of Residents Want Deer Creek, Says Developer
Patch: Merlon Geier's Geersten said the development was not a traditional shopping center and had areas for a farmers market, exercise trails and even a dog park. He said the company could start breaking ground as soon as next spring if the project is ...
City Council to appraise Killeen boards, commissions
Killeen Daily Herald: ... municipal elections and rent election equipment; a memorandum to procure 27 police cars and three sport utility vehicles; and a resolution of support for the formation of an outside committee to explore developing both a dog park and children's museum.

MARILYN HAGERTY: Dog park goes to the dogs (and cats) Sunday ...
Dogs will have their day. Cats, too, this Sunday. That's when the third annual All 4 Fun Dog Festival is planned by Circle of Friends Humane Society.