Wednesday, February 1, 2012

The Dog Park News (February 01, 2012)


Canine nirvana: A walk around the Oak Bluffs dog park
Martha's Vineyard Times: By Gwyn McAllister On any given day, between 8 and 9 in the morning and again just before dark, you'll find dozens of dogs and their owners at the Tradewinds Fields Preserve, familiarly known as the dog park in Oak Bluffs. The 71.8 acre property, ...


Dog Park Planning Underway (With Poll)
Patch: Linda La Bella Paré, a Madison Patch reader, said on Facebook that her family frequented a dog park in Middlefield last summer. "It is really nice because they have two separate areas, one for smaller dogs and one for larger dogs.
Come and join the Spotsy dog-park team
Fredericksburg.com: Since dancing across the front page of the newspaper in September, progress has been made on the Spotsylvania dog park ["Spotsylvania couple starts dog-park effort," Sept. 29]. The Spotsylvania Dog Park Committee has been formed.

Hundred-foot mural in dog park
The Bee: Fido's Indoor Dog Park, just south of Holgate at 4949 SE 25th Avenue, recently installed a new 100-foot-long mural in their doggy play area. Owner Josephine Cetta (shown here, with pooch “Luna”, beside a section of the mural) explains, “The wall was ...

Weather officials say warmer weather to continue this week
Today's News-Herald: By JAYNE HANSON Dozens of canines chased, sniffed, and frolicked in unofficial 70-something temperatures Monday at Lions Dog Park at London Bridge Beach Park. Lake Havasu City resident Crystal Trautman plays ball with 2-year-old Champ, ...
City parks and recreation: Twin Lakes condition, dog park, B-Line Trail
The Herald-Times: Considering Bloomington's extensive park network, why is it so difficult for Bloomington Parks to to take the lead and establish an in town dog park? Karst is outside of town. Griffy is outside of town. DAVE WILLIAMS: We've spent a considerable amount ...

Anthem Pets, Saving Lives
In & Out of Anthem: But many don't know Anthem Pets emerged seven years ago when it lobbied hard for a piece of Anthem land to build a dog park. The Anthem Community Council sent the group packing, so it created its award-winning, eco-friendly dog park at Jackass Acres on ...

Agawam canine calendar boasts the prettiest pooches in the city
MassLive.com: Club members hope to raise the $50000 needed to create a one-acre, public dog park adjacent to Shea Field off Maynard Street. Club president Scott F. Milliken said group members want to create a dog park strictly with private funds on a wooded stretch ...

New Dakota County park will be Whitetail Woods, expected to open in 2012
Pioneer Press: The park's recommended master plan calls for a visitor center, trails, picnic and event areas, camping cabins, an off-leash dog park and a disc-golf course. The $5.2 million first phase of the project will include a gravel road, paved parking, ...
Even dogs have their day with the flu
Lexington Herald Leader: To that end, owners with unvaccinated dogs may want to avoid places like pet stores, the dog park and dog competitions. The American Kennel Club suggests owners who get a vaccine for kennel cough may want to consider a flu vaccine for their pet.

Unseasonably warm
Beatrice Daily Sun: Francis Johnson and Marty Seymour brought five dogs to the dog park Monday afternoon. Seymour said even when it's cold outside, they try to get their bigger dogs to the dog park every day, but on Monday, even the little ones got to come.
2012 Super Bowl commercials: Which Doritos spot could win the $1 million prize?
Examiner.com: The second new Doritos commercial is called “Dog Park.” The comical spot features competitive dogs that need inspiration to run through an obstacle course. When one owner says, “I hope you brought the dog treats,” the second replies, “I brought the ...

Events at Broward Animal Care
Local 10: January and February are busy with plenty of events that will highlight our adoptable pets and the great programs and services we provide: Saturday, January 28:Doggie-Palooza from 10 am to 3 pm at Happy Tails Dog Park in Seminole Park, 6600 SW 16 St., ...
Canine owners call
Hume Star: The John Ilhan Memorial Reserve in Westmeadows has also been recommended for a dog park in the future. Residents can provide feedback on the plan, which includes dog park provision guidelines, before 29 February this year.
Edmond Police Warn Residents Of Recent Car Break-Ins
news9.com KWTV: She was at the Hefner Dog Park and was only there for 15 minutes when her car was hit in a smash and grab. "I am happy they arrested someone, I could really care less about my stuff. I'm just happy they found the guilty guys. Edmond police said the two ...
3 Tips for Dining Out With Your Dog
Paw Nation: You can also ask around at your local dog park or even reach out to your favorite restaurants directly to see if they ever offer pet-friendly dining options. You should also keep in mind that there may be children and dogs around, as well as loud ...
What's Up, Jan. 31, 2012
Coos Bay World: Coos Bay Dog Park Planning 6 pm, First Presbyterian Church, 420 Highland, Coos Bay.  Murder Mystery Dinner 7 pm, The Mill Casino, 3201 Tremont Ave., North Bend. $50. Benefits Relay for Life. No host bar 6 pm  Allegany Volunteer ...


Happy birthday, Buellton
Santa Ynez Valley News: Buellton Town Center on East Highway 246 is home to Albertsons supermarket and CVS pharmacy; the city has two large parks, Oak Valley Park and River View Park, as well as an off-leash dog park at La Pita Place and Dawn Drive, known as PAWS Park, ...
Voter deadline nears for presidential primaries
Daily Comet: The tax, estimated to collect about $2.1 million per year, would pay for the addition of a full-size football field, dog park, walking trail, soccer fields and a pond at Andolsek Park. Other proposed improvements include paving the parking lot, ...
Vox Populi: 'Why would anybody in their right mind want to run for president ...
Savannah Morning News: “I think it'd be better to have a little shower that the dogs at the dog park could run through. I'm sure everyone would be a lot happier knowing that their dog wasn't in the pool with everyone else. It'd be more sanitary.” “Newt Gingrich, the great ...
RED Finances $72 Million FHA Insured Sub Rehab Loan For Aimco Apartment ...
San Francisco Chronicle: Common amenity improvements will include a fitness center, clubhouse and theater, indoor pool, outdoor covered and heated lounge with fireplace, a fenced dog park and a sustainable, drought-tolerant landscaping design.