Can we get a dog park?!?!
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Wake up and smell the sheets, friend. The city I grew up in is barely recognizable. Things change. Towns grow. Get over it.
Wow, you guys really went 
and 
over a dog park. 
Questions - since I'm new to the dog park idea:
*Do they have the cool doggie playground equipment like at the agility shows for the dogs to play with?
*How do you handle those delicate situations when some Brutus beast is trying to show little Fluffypoo who's top dog and the owner is unsympathetic to your wishes to get his mutt away from yours?
*Do the dogs crap all over the place? Cause I don't think I'd want to be in there much less having my dog play in a poo yard.
and over a dog park. Questions - since I'm new to the dog park idea:
*Do they have the cool doggie playground equipment like at the agility shows for the dogs to play with?
*How do you handle those delicate situations when some Brutus beast is trying to show little Fluffypoo who's top dog and the owner is unsympathetic to your wishes to get his mutt away from yours?
*Do the dogs crap all over the place? Cause I don't think I'd want to be in there much less having my dog play in a poo yard.
Chrystee
Member
Originally posted by Sharon
*Do they have the cool doggie playground equipment like at the agility shows for the dogs to play with?
*How do you handle those delicate situations when some Brutus beast is trying to show little Fluffypoo who's top dog and the owner is unsympathetic to your wishes to get his mutt away from yours?
*Do the dogs crap all over the place? Cause I don't think I'd want to be in there much less having my dog play in a poo yard.
Here is an example of rules from White Plains' dog park..
Rules
Charles County is not responsible for injuries to dogs or their owners/handlers. Use Dog Park at own risk. This area is for dogs and their handlers/owners only.
Owners/handlers are responsible for their dog's behavior.
Outside of fenced area, dogs must be on a leash and under control at all times.
Owner/handler must remain inside, with leash in hand, within view and voice control of their dog(s) at all times.
Dogs showing aggression towards people or other dogs must be immediately leashed and removed from the Dog Park. This includes biting, fighting, and excessive barking. Repeated aggressive behavior may result in loss of park privileges.
Owners/handlers must immediately cleanup after their dogs. If they poop - you scoop! Plastic bags and garbage cans are available - please dispose of properly.
No more than two (2) dogs per handler.
For safety reasons, children under the age of 10 years are prohibited from entering the fenced area. All children who enter the Dog Park must be accompanied by an adult, who is accountable for their behavior and well-being.
Dogs in heat and puppies under four (4) months of age are prohibited.
Owners/handlers must prevent their dogs from digging holes. Any holes created by your dog must be filled.
Dog Park fence gates must be closed immediately after entering or exiting the facility.
No smoking, food, or dog treats allowed within the fenced area.
Dogs must be health, collared and wearing up-to-date rabies vaccination tags.
Owners/handlers must be respectful of the rights of others and maintain control of their pets at all times.
Smaller fenced-in area may be used for small dogs, shy dogs, and puppies.
Dogs must always be treated humanely.
Fresh water is available at the park or owners can bring their own. Glass containers are not allowed.
Professional dog trainers may not use this facility to conduct business.
Pit Bull Terriers are NOT ALLOWED in park.
Interesting...
Thanks...so like everywhere else - Do people actually obey these rules?
It's also been my experience that most people do not "voice control of their dog(s) at all times". Plenty of times I've seen it...the dog looks up at his master & thinks to himself, "Oh yeah, you talkin' to me? ... whatever" ...the master heads toward the dog...the dog runs away!
Thanks...so like everywhere else - Do people actually obey these rules?
It's also been my experience that most people do not "voice control of their dog(s) at all times". Plenty of times I've seen it...the dog looks up at his master & thinks to himself, "Oh yeah, you talkin' to me? ... whatever" ...the master heads toward the dog...the dog runs away!
Chrystee
Member
Re: Interesting...
Well, I have been to the WP's one, and it has always been ok.
Originally posted by Sharon
Thanks...so like everywhere else - Do people actually obey these rules?
It's also been my experience that most people do not "voice control of their dog(s) at all times". Plenty of times I've seen it...the dog looks up at his master & thinks to himself, "Oh yeah, you talkin' to me? ... whatever" ...the master heads toward the dog...the dog runs away!
Well, I have been to the WP's one, and it has always been ok.
Chasey_Lane
Salt Life
I would love to see a dog park, but highly doubt I would take my pup to one. She's only 2.5 lbs and I would be afraid that the bigger doggies (*ahem* Sharon) would mistake her for lunch.Originally posted by Chrystee
So Danzig.. Are you wanting a dog park too?
Christy
b*tch rocket
Originally posted by Chasey_Lane
I would love to see a dog park, but highly doubt I would take my pup to one. She's only 2.5 lbs and I would be afraid that the bigger doggies (*ahem* Sharon) would mistake her for lunch.
Are you kidding me? That 2.5 pounder can handle her own around the big dogs and you know it.
K
Kizzy
Guest
I didn't know there was a dog park right around the corner from here. :shrug: I guess I better not let Milo find out.