Volunteers get to work on Madison dog park New Haven Register: MADISON — Local dogs will be able to shed their leashes and have a place to run free once a portion of Bauer Park is outfitted as a dog park. Holly Johnson, vice chairwoman of the Bauer Park Committee, ... | ||
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Kirkland's first off-leash dog park opens KING5.com: by After years of planning, KDOG - Kirkland Dog Off-Leash Group, has finally opened their off-leash dog park. Jasper's Dog Park is the work of volunteers and park sponsors including the Petco Foundation and Microsoft Matching Gifts Program. | ||
GoDanRiver.com: The Coates Bark Park — the dog park at Coates Recreation Center — is ready for canine guests. There are still some finishing touches coming, but the fences are done, making sure there are no gaps dogs can wiggle through, the covered shelter is ... | ||
"Dog people are social" Bowling Green Daily News: ... at the Bark Park dog park at HP Thomas Park at 850 Cave Mill Road in Bowling Green. "I like it because you can come here and talk to everyone. The dogs even get to know each other," Lipareli said. "Dog people are social. | ||
Annual fundraiser another success Cookeville Herald Citizen: Thanks to donations totaling $62000 from the Roger and Marion Moore Trust Fund, one of the planned features of the site will be the Marion and Roger Moore Dog Park -- the first off-leash dog park in Putnam County. "We're still gathering information, ... | ||
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Brewster town meeting takes shape with possible override Wicked Local: There are 49 (not including a dog park). Most notable perhaps is a request to add two firefighters, a natural resources officer and a police officer, resulting in a prop two and a half override. In addition to the usual budget, funding and housekeeping ... | ||
Dogs get dolled up for pooch parade fund-raiser Alton Telegraph: The third annual event was a fund-raiser for a proposed dog park in Russell Commons under the Clark Bridge. "We're getting closer and closer to having the dog park," said Dee Roggio, vice president of the Alton Dog Park Task Force. | ||
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Binghamton North Side Neighborhood Assembly to Meet February 2nd WBGH: A representative from the BarkPark project will attend to provide an update on the construction of a dog park at Cheri Lindsey Park. All residents are welcome to attend. The Binghamton neighborhood assemblies provide residents the opportunity to share ... | ||
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No sign of recession in local construction McCook Daily Gazette: And those are only the ones that come to mind immediately -- Red Willow County is taking steps toward the possible construction of a jail, the city recently got funding to extend a walking trail, a dog park is planned in east McCook, and there are ... | ||
Vox Populi: 'If you hang up the phone you can both drive and use the blinker ... Savannah Morning News: “The reason for having a pond at the dog park is so that the dogs don't get overheated. Sorry about the mess it causes you.” . | ||
Group: Downtown New London needs sprucing up before OpSail TheDay.com: They saw a need for more trash cans, power-washed windows and sidewalks, and a dog park. They're hoping building owners will allow artists to set up temporary studios in vacant storefronts. They envision outdoor murals and other public art projects. |
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
The Dog Park News (January 31, 2012)
Monday, January 30, 2012
The Dog Park News (January 30, 2012)
Kirkland's First Off-Leash Park Opens in the Totem Lake Area Patch: By Greg Johnston The crowd at the opening listens to KDOG presidents Jean Guth just before the ribbon was cut to open Jasper's Dog Park. Kirkland's first off-leash area—Jasper's Dog Park—officially opened Saturday after some five years of grassroots ... | ||
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Patch: Buckshnis is a city councilmember who also co-founded Off Leash Area Edmonds (OLAE), a nonprofit group that helps clean up and take care of the city's popular dog park at Marina Beach. That area was the first to have dispensers for dog waste. | ||
The View From Calabasas: Bark Park Trail Patch: By Arin Mikailian It's easy to find Bark Park on Las Virgenes Road, but did you know there's a hiking trail that also leads to the dog park? The starting point for the four-to-five-mile trek is near the Las Virgenes exit of the 101 Freeway. | ||
Coeur d'Alene Press: That award came in part because the Kootenai County Dog Park Association raised enough funds to build two off-leash dog parks in the city. The city could be looking at more dog-friendly strides later this year, such as allowing leashed dogs on walking ... | ||
'What's Happening' in the River Bend Alton Telegraph: Alton Pet Mardi Gras Parade: 1 pm 3rd and Piasa, Downtown Alton; all pets must be spayed/neutered and be current on vaccinations, benefits Alton Dog Park. The Telegraph's Bridal Show: 11 am to 3 pm The Commons, Lewis and Clark Community College. | ||
Unleashed dogs in Auburn parks disturb some residents Auburn Journal: For those looking for a place for their pooch to roam freely, Muscott said the Ashley Memorial Dog Park, at Ashford Park, is available. Auburn Police Chief John Ruffcorn said the police department does try to help the district, but it does not have the ... | ||
Cuddly Shih Tzus lead the pack as most popular dog breed in Edmonton Edmonton Journal: And she likes that everyone knows her pet's name at the dog park. “Any dog is Buddy when you don't know his name. He thinks everybody's his best friend.” Kirstin Larson, who works in admitting at the Edmonton Humane Society and names all the pets who ... | ||
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DM honors volunteers for work in city parks DesMoinesRegister.com: The city's first dog park opened in August and since then ambassadors have volunteered more than 625 hours to ensure visitors have safe and enjoyable experiences. Ambassadors greet and educate patrons, check permits and build relationships with ... | ||
Hubbard Receives Cornerstone Award Southern Pines Pilot: ... Hubbard has been recognized for her extensive work in founding the BackPack Pals program, which currently provides food for more than 1000 hungry children on the weekends, and her development of Moore County's first fenced-in off-leash dog park, ... | ||
2012 Community Stars named Warren Tribune Chronicle: She also helped develop the dog park at Mosquito Lake State Park and helps with fundraisers. ''She is an upbeat, giving person,'' said Vicki Simons who nominated her. Olson is a former nurse and does work for her church but is also president of the ... | ||
Links and drinks Hometownlife.com: Another member, Avril Townsend, went so far as to remind the commission how the same homeowners association successfully sued Birmingham in 2005 over a dog park at Springdale, which the city was eventually forced to close. He suggested another lawsuit ... | ||
Candidate Q&As: Mayor Clovis News Journal: ... a funding stream for Ute Pipeline, a renovated wastewater treatment plant, renovated Youth Recreation Building, a splash pad at Hillcrest Park, new walking trails, streets, Hotel Clovis/downtown beautification and a dog park. And all in four years, ... | ||
Dollars and a sense of safety Port Huron Times Herald: Kevin and Phyllis Wrubel of Port Huron said while they'd like to see tax money put toward a dog park in the city, spending money on public safety is a no-brainer. "You've got to have law enforcement, especially in this economy right now," Phyllis ... | ||
Dramatic weight-loss success stories USA TODAY: To stay active, the couple enjoys walking together, taking their two dogs to the local dog park and line dancing with friends. "I still find it hard to believe that at one time I was closing in on weighing 400 pounds. A quick glance at my 'before' ... |
Sunday, January 29, 2012
The Dog Park News (January 29, 2012)
Taunton Daily Gazette: By Rich Eldred Plans for a Brewster dog park are back on the radar screen. With the board of health mulling a possible ban on dogs from May 1 to Oct. 1, at Drummer Boy Park the board of selectmen discussed possibly adding a dog park article to the May ... | ||
STLtoday.com: FILE PHOTO Pit bull mixes, like the dog pictured here, are effectively excluded from Chesterfield's dog park in Eberwein Park due to provisions in the city's Dangerous Animals law. At the Chesterfield dog park you see retrievers romp and Pomeranians ... | ||
Dog waste digester won't be a light show Tucson Citizen: 28, 2012, under Arizona Republic News Gilbert's Cosmo Dog Park probably should not expect a brilliant light emanating with help from the dog waste digester that will be installed there later this year. The digester will be converting dog waste into gas ... | ||
Recycled bridge fills a gap for Linear Park Fayetteville Observer: The channel was one of the last obstacles in the way of the Linear Park trail stretching along the creek all the way from Festival Park to the Riverside Dog Park. "It fit in there nicely," said Harry Shaw as he stood next to the newly installed 22-ton ... | ||
The Old Trainer: Train shyness out of dog Merced Sun-Star: Try your local dog park, obedience school or play group. Do whatever you have to do, but find a playmate for Missy. Once she likes the other dog and learns to play, simulate a walk by putting a leash on Missy and walking toward the other dog. | ||
Of barks and parks Cape Cod Times: They argue that the presence of dogs and their droppings have made the area a de facto dog park. Dog owners, not surprisingly, believe that such claims are overblown and reactionary. Some have noted that the majority of dog owners are reasonable, ... | ||
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THE FINAL PUSH: Incumbents, candidates share their closing arguments ahead of ... Destin Log: During the past year or so, he worked with fellow council members, city staff, his wife Nancy and other volunteers to raise funds to plan and build the Destin Dog Park. Jim Wood began his service to the community with a 20-year Army career where he ... |
Saturday, January 28, 2012
The Dog Park News (January 28, 2012)
San Jose Mercury News: The suit seeks to force the town to suspend plans for the dog park, which has been approved by the town council. According to the petition, the town's resolution to create a 1.1-acre fenced area within Rancho Laguna for off-leash dogs and their owners ... | ||
Marysville dog park in the works Port Huron Times Herald: By CRYSTAL GARCIA MARYSVILLE -- The location of a proposed dog park has been narrowed down to two sites: Marysville City Park or property behind City Hall, 1111 Delaware Ave. "The biggest project for this year is starting to proceed with the dog park," ... | ||
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Humane Society: Tips on proper dog park etiquette Savannah Morning News: Thanks to the new dog park at Daffin Park, it's easier than ever. Whether you're an old hand or new to dog parks, abiding by the posted rules and being aware of “pack” behavior and etiquette will make your doggie play time safer and more enjoyable. | ||
Adelaide Now: Erin O'Brien, 14, in the new dog park in North Adelaide yseterday that she was involved in creating. It will be officially opened to the public tomorrow. Picture: Calum Robertson Source: The Advertiser EVERY dog will have its day in the city now that ... | ||
Rangers broadcaster Nadel helps in community MLB.com: Nadel first became involved with the Dallas Parks Department 12 years ago, when he led the drive to establish the first leash-free dog park in the city. "My wife, Jeannie, and I had taken our dog, Mookie, on a car trip to Carmel, Calif., which was the ... | ||
Longview council rejects leash law Longview Daily News: The proposal, pitched by councilman Ken Botero, would have forced dog owners to keep their canines on a leash in all public spaces except the dog park at Gerhart Gardens. Dogs found running loose would have been impounded by the Humane Society. | ||
Cub Creek transforming Wilkes Journal Patriot: There will also be lighting installed for the Hidden Oaks Dog Park and the community garden. A walking trail is being graded along the tributary from College Street to the area near the dog park to allow residents of Rose Glen and the Historic ... | ||
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Adult Exercise Stations Being Explored for Madeline Park Patch: This new development comes after Waukesha County announced it was transforming Menomonee Park into a dog park, squashing similar ideas of turning the 7-acre Madeline Park into a pet-friendly area. Parks and Recreation Director Amy Flaherty said the ... | ||
Garden Expansion, Shared Services Among 2012 Goals [VIDEO] Patch: The list of 28 items includes renovations of parks and pedestrian paths, including trails and sidewalks and a new dog park. Green initiatives and energy audit recommendations also provide the borough with cost-saving opportunities, especially with ... | ||
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Ackerman Skate Park closed for repairs Charleston Post Courier: ... which are expected to arrive soon, the city said Thursday. Work on the repairs should begin the week of Feb. 17, and the park will reopen as soon as the job is complete. The adjacent dog park, fields and other sections of the park remain open. | ||
Traffic solution could eat up open space Glenwood Springs Post Independent: The park features baseball and soccer fields, tennis courts, a fenced dog park, a playground and a 1-mile loop paved trail. The trail is among the most popular amenities. The proposed road alignment would route the road over a section of trail a couple ... | ||
Largo Residents, and Their Dogs, Enjoy the Wonderful Weather Patch: While Eagle Lake Park is considered by some a dog park, don't tell Joan Byrne the city doesn't have any parks for dogs. “We most certainly do,” Byrne said Wednesday. Byrne, the city's recreation, parks and arts director, admitted that each of the ... | ||
First round of ideas proposed for Roberts Stadium 14 News WFIE Evansville: She suggests a man-made lake with boat rentals, walking and biking trails, and a dog park. "I don't like the idea of Evansville being the most obese in the country, so this project is one that people could walk, jog, picnic," Dye said. | ||
A Paws for Pets: The Innocents York News-Times: Bob was instrumental in the building of our dog park and was a driving force in our quest for a new shelter. Thank you Bob, for your service and leadership. You will always be a best friend of YAAP. | ||
EDMOND CAR BURGLARIES KOKC: The suspects drove around in the parking lot in a White GMC Arcadia and knocked windows out of three vehicles and taking purses. The crimes come a day after a brazen burglar who has been smashing windows at YMCA's, daycares and the dog park. |
Friday, January 27, 2012
The Dog Park News (January 27, 2012)
North Branford Park and Rec Commission Says Yes to Dog Park Patch: The commission voted to proceed with preliminary plans for a dog park in North Branford after Eric Hodgson's presentation with a contingency on the location of the dog park on the Swajchuk property. By Jenn McCulloch Eric Hodgson presents a proposal ... | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
North Liberty residents push for a dog park Iowa City Press Citizen: Fine is petitioning the North Liberty City Council for a dog park. / Benjamin Roberts / Press-Citizen North Liberty resident Lydia Fine just wants to see her 3-year-old dog, Kitty, frolic in a green space. But working full time in Iowa City doesn't ... | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Off-leash dog park idea in Uxbridge raises stinky concerns durhamregion.com: Off-leash dog park idea in Uxbridge raises stinky concerns. UXBRIDGE -- Recent dog activity left only paw prints in the freshly fallen snow on January 21 at the site of the former Kennedy House. The site has been suggested as a possible location for a ... | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Harrison Clerk: New Office Hours, Dog Park Fees The Daily Harrison: Greer also reminded residents that those looking to renew their local dog park passes should submit their 2012 fees as soon as possible. Those who do not pay before Feb. 1 will have their cards deactivated, the clerk said. The fee will remain $20 for ... | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Humane Society pulls zoning request, plans to introduce legislation Baltimore Sun: The Humane Society of Harford County has pulled its application for a zoning variance on its planned new dog park. A hearing on the variance request for the dog park at the society's headquarters in Fallston had been ... | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Duluth Construction Projects Updated Patch: The city's first dog park consists of two acres for large dogs over 20 pounds and one acre for small dogs under 20 pounds to run and play, a nature trail, benches, interactive fountains, and dog agility equipment. A grand opening celebration for the ... | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Summerlin-area neighborhood news Las Vegas Review-Journal: Tran said she takes the 6-year-old pooch to a different park each day but likes Bunker for its dog park, which allows the terrier mix to socialize. Advance Church is a newly established church housed in the Desert Breeze Plaza, 8665 W. Flamingo Road. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
How would you make Centennial Olympic Park better? Creative Loafing Atlanta: Would you visit more if they had a dog park? How about a skate park? A Segway tour? The Georgia World Congress Center Authority posted a survey on its Tumblr page today, asking these and other questions, to get community input and, ultimately, ... | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
LETTER: Offer views on city parks San Angelo Standard Times: Even so, I think a dog park in San Angelo would be a splendid idea. So would a soccer complex of the same quality as the softball and baseball fields at Texas Bank Sports Complex. And more running trails. And online reservations and registrations for ... | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Events coming up in the greater Lewisville area Lewisville Leader: The dog park at the Toyota of Lewisville Railroad Park will be closed Wednesday, Jan. 25, and will re-open at 1 pm Thursday, Jan. 26. The closure is to protect dogs and owners during the application of flea and tick insecticide. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Dealing to dangerous dogs Otago Daily Times: It can be amusing to sit on the fringes of a dog park attempting to match the unleashed mutts with their owners. The resemblance in demeanour between pet and person as Bonzo or Bruno or Brutus comes to heel is sometimes startling. There is, of course, ... | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Pavilion at Yards Park to Become Restaurants – Good Idea/Bad Idea? The Hillishome: Few other locales in Washington DC offer space to have a picnic, play a board game, enjoy a concert, use the dog park, and take in views of the river all in one spot. The Yards Park was even recently voted one of the top new green spaces in the country ... | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Dock diving is growing sport among dog owners Milford Mirror: “Luckily, we have an amazing dog park nearby that Parker was able to explore many different water activities in.” Parker began jumping off embankments with great delight, and when Colby came into the picture in 2003, he quickly learned why his brother ... | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Patch: By Carolyn Dube With a goal in mind of having a development plan and funding ideas in place by the end of the year, the Merrimack Parks and Recreation Department is seeking interested volunteers to sit on subcommittees that will plan a dog park and a ... | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Nautical agenda on tap for Port Orange City Council Daytona Beach News-Journal: DOG PARK UPGRADE: Supporters of Seemor Memorial Dog Park are seeking approval to build, at their expense, a covered pavilion so pet owners can enjoy more protection and comfort from the elements. WHEN AND WHERE: The City Council's regular meeting ... | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Letters to Patch: Rancho Laguna Park Lawsuit Patch: Yet, the current plan by Moraga's recreation director would eliminate the picnic and BBQ area on the north and east sides and create an all-day, fenced “dog park” that few people want. The plan thus hurts at least two groups that currently want the ... | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Nutrition, Natural Foods Focus of New Shorewood Pet Outpost Patch: "The location was perfect," Sherri said, "with ample free parking, a great neighbor (Rainbow Jersey), and a dog park close by, making it convenient for people to stop in with their pets for a treat, or for food." The Losbys carry more than 20 brands of ... | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Fee increase for dog license too steep Burbank Leader: This is probably the most unfriendly dog city in the state — we don't even have a dog park. People will think twice before adopting dogs from shelters if the licensing fees are high. I think this increase is excessive. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Future use of Henry St. property uncertain Porterville Recorder: According to City Manager John Lollis, there have also been talks of converting the area into a dog park. The eight-member commission serves in an advisory capacity to the council, advising the council and the director of Parks and Leisure Services on ... | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
The Low Line Shows Signs of Life Gotham Magazine: I'm also a fan of the dog park in Tompkins Square Park as it's a few steps from my apartment. I love biking up the new Hudson River Park, from Tribeca to the George Washington Bridge, and taking a break in one of the many green spaces along the way. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Hopkinton residents like ice arena proposal MetroWest Daily News: While the lot and indoor rink would provide the focal point for the site, a sketch by the Demons showed room for the town to add a soccer field, a community center, a dog park, picnic grounds, a playground, and basketball, tennis and volleyball courts. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Vacant downtown Daytona auto dealerships getting bulldozed Daytona Beach News-Journal: Myers has also asked city officials to consider creating a dog park on Manatee Island, and allowing the Turkey Rod Run fans who usually wind up on the beachside over Thanksgiving weekend to gather downtown. "We're just looking at anything that will ...
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