Dog park in Calvert County?
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kwillia
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I haven't called him yet... I figured I would check with the local vet and a few other houses first. Someone has to be missing this little girl. Bug would fall in instant love.RoseRed said:Did ya work on R this afternoon? I forgot to ask him when he dropped the Bug off.
Yep, Bres, there are allergy issues. My hubby is allergic to most pets. That's why I have mini schnauzers and not a variety of loveable mutts like I grew up with. Boy would probably not fair so well with a beagle...
bresamil said:You must be talking to Kwillia, cause I'm not sure I could pick out R in a police lineup.
kwillia said:
Yes, I was talking to Kwillia... it is also a good thing I didn't mention it in front of her, because she would be on him like flies on chit to have another dog. She still talks about Alex and how much she misses her.
kwillia said:IYep, Bres, there are allergy issues. My hubby is allergic to most pets. That's why I have mini schnauzers and not a variety of loveable mutts like I grew up with. Boy would probably not fair so well with a beagle...
Besides, beagles are talkative. Pete's not overly fond of talkative dogs.
kwillia
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This pup is not. She is very quiet. She also doesn't jump up...she will run over to you and practically trip you trying to love you to death, but she isn't a jumper/scratcher. She can be held pretty easily. She adapted to leash walking in no time. She has not left the yard since she showed up and adopted us. She would make a perfect pet.bresamil said:
RoseRed, I will definately call Rooster in the next day or so and see if he can be persuaded. She would be a perfect fit for the farm. As long as Ma and Pa will let her move in...
SeaRide
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excerpt from Bayweekly.com July 2005...
Chesapeake’s Canine Customers
Pet-friendly establishments in Chesapeake Country
by M.L. Faunce
When I moved to my Bayside Southern Anne Arundel County community, so many black Labrador retrievers meandered the neighborhood and shoreline that I wondered how my dachshund duo would fit in. When one of my doxies proved to be an accomplished swimmer, the fit was seamless.
Anne Arundel County’s Labs and dachshunds contribute amply to America’s 65 million dogs spread over some 40 percent of all U.S. households. The county boasts four dog parks, including Quiet Waters Park in Annapolis with its dog-only swimming beach. No surrounding county can match Anne Arundel’s official canine friendliness.
Calvert County has just announced the opening of its first dog park, on Sixes Road in Prince Frederick.
But dogs and their owners cannot live by parks alone, especially when you’re hungry and thirsty and yearn to socialize. When you hanker for a hot cup of coffee, a cool drink or more but have your pup in tow, where to go?
In Annapolis, there’s City Dock Coffee at 18 Market Space. “We’re welcoming to pets, though not indoors because of health regulations,” says Megan Brown. “Most of our morning crew of regulars bring their dogs.” No water bowls are put out; that’s up to the dogs’ masters. But Megan says she notices “they do get bagels,” presumably handouts from their owners enjoying morning coffee.
Bay Weekly reader Bob Doyle pondered the same dilemma recently, citing several places he found dog friendly: Magothy Seafood in Arnold, Sly Fox Pub Beer Garden at Reynolds Tavern in Annapolis and Jetty Dock Bar in Grasonville on the Eastern Shore.
Magothy Seafood confirmed that dogs are welcome, “as long as they are on a leash … and you clean up after.” Jetty Dock Bar gave the nod, too, “as long as they are on a leash.”
On a walk through downtown Annapolis to test dog-friendly waters, I spoke with innkeeper West Burge at the historic Reynolds Tavern on Church Circle. Burge confirmed, “pets that are pet-friendly, that get along with others, are welcome here.” The kitchen staff remembered one client who went out and got a puppy just to fit in, and “one couple came from Baltimore for dinner recently because they could bring their dog.”
“The word is out,” says Burge. “For lunch or dinner, any outdoor seating in our outdoor courtyard terrace is accessible to pets.” Accompanied by human diners, of course.
Downtown Annapolis offers other entertainments for dog and human partners. Up West Street to ArtFX Gallery, and a current exhibit, Man’s Best Friend — a collection of dog prints and original paintings by artist Marjorie Weiss — sets the tone. The dog-friendly posture is not new to gallery owners Erik and Megan Evans or the shop’s official greeter, Onyx. Their two-year-old Lab-chow mix from the SPCA lures customers in by his own coy fashion, lying on his back waiting to be petted.
Annapolis turns out to be a small goldmine of dog-friendly places. PAWS, a Pet Boutique at 64 State Circle — where artist Nancy Hammond formerly celebrated black Labs — is all for dogs and dog lovers. “I’m passionate about my pets,” says owner Michelle Kownacki. Her two-year-old Jack Russell, Davis, comes “upstairs to the shop” only when invited, or “when canine friends come to call,” Kownacki says.
Both gallery and pet boutique contribute to SPCA and other pet fundraising and rescue efforts. They’ll also direct you to other dog-friendly establishments. Riordan’s and Griffins, at City Dock, are two.
“But do they accept lap dogs?” asked a friend and another dachshund owner.
I’m guessing, yes, as long as they sit on their owner’s lap.
Annapolis newcomer, Karyn Gayno, lately of Colorado found this out for herself as her Bichon Frise, Aspen, perched on her lap when she sat down outdoors at Riordan’s.
Calvert County’s dog park is so new there’s as yet no sign. Follow Route 4 south of Prince Frederick to Sixes Rd.; follow signs to Battle Creek Cypress Swamp. Continue another mile to the gravel parking area and dog park on the left.
Chesapeake’s Canine Customers
Pet-friendly establishments in Chesapeake Country
by M.L. Faunce
When I moved to my Bayside Southern Anne Arundel County community, so many black Labrador retrievers meandered the neighborhood and shoreline that I wondered how my dachshund duo would fit in. When one of my doxies proved to be an accomplished swimmer, the fit was seamless.
Anne Arundel County’s Labs and dachshunds contribute amply to America’s 65 million dogs spread over some 40 percent of all U.S. households. The county boasts four dog parks, including Quiet Waters Park in Annapolis with its dog-only swimming beach. No surrounding county can match Anne Arundel’s official canine friendliness.
Calvert County has just announced the opening of its first dog park, on Sixes Road in Prince Frederick.
But dogs and their owners cannot live by parks alone, especially when you’re hungry and thirsty and yearn to socialize. When you hanker for a hot cup of coffee, a cool drink or more but have your pup in tow, where to go?
In Annapolis, there’s City Dock Coffee at 18 Market Space. “We’re welcoming to pets, though not indoors because of health regulations,” says Megan Brown. “Most of our morning crew of regulars bring their dogs.” No water bowls are put out; that’s up to the dogs’ masters. But Megan says she notices “they do get bagels,” presumably handouts from their owners enjoying morning coffee.
Bay Weekly reader Bob Doyle pondered the same dilemma recently, citing several places he found dog friendly: Magothy Seafood in Arnold, Sly Fox Pub Beer Garden at Reynolds Tavern in Annapolis and Jetty Dock Bar in Grasonville on the Eastern Shore.
Magothy Seafood confirmed that dogs are welcome, “as long as they are on a leash … and you clean up after.” Jetty Dock Bar gave the nod, too, “as long as they are on a leash.”
On a walk through downtown Annapolis to test dog-friendly waters, I spoke with innkeeper West Burge at the historic Reynolds Tavern on Church Circle. Burge confirmed, “pets that are pet-friendly, that get along with others, are welcome here.” The kitchen staff remembered one client who went out and got a puppy just to fit in, and “one couple came from Baltimore for dinner recently because they could bring their dog.”
“The word is out,” says Burge. “For lunch or dinner, any outdoor seating in our outdoor courtyard terrace is accessible to pets.” Accompanied by human diners, of course.
Downtown Annapolis offers other entertainments for dog and human partners. Up West Street to ArtFX Gallery, and a current exhibit, Man’s Best Friend — a collection of dog prints and original paintings by artist Marjorie Weiss — sets the tone. The dog-friendly posture is not new to gallery owners Erik and Megan Evans or the shop’s official greeter, Onyx. Their two-year-old Lab-chow mix from the SPCA lures customers in by his own coy fashion, lying on his back waiting to be petted.
Annapolis turns out to be a small goldmine of dog-friendly places. PAWS, a Pet Boutique at 64 State Circle — where artist Nancy Hammond formerly celebrated black Labs — is all for dogs and dog lovers. “I’m passionate about my pets,” says owner Michelle Kownacki. Her two-year-old Jack Russell, Davis, comes “upstairs to the shop” only when invited, or “when canine friends come to call,” Kownacki says.
Both gallery and pet boutique contribute to SPCA and other pet fundraising and rescue efforts. They’ll also direct you to other dog-friendly establishments. Riordan’s and Griffins, at City Dock, are two.
“But do they accept lap dogs?” asked a friend and another dachshund owner.
I’m guessing, yes, as long as they sit on their owner’s lap.
Annapolis newcomer, Karyn Gayno, lately of Colorado found this out for herself as her Bichon Frise, Aspen, perched on her lap when she sat down outdoors at Riordan’s.
Calvert County’s dog park is so new there’s as yet no sign. Follow Route 4 south of Prince Frederick to Sixes Rd.; follow signs to Battle Creek Cypress Swamp. Continue another mile to the gravel parking area and dog park on the left.
flashyfawn
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bpoint said:
bpoint,
When have you been going? I've been a few times on weekday mornings and no one else is there, but lately I've been going in the evenings and there have been other dogs there. Maybe we could set up a time to meet there? I have 2 dogs of my own plus one foster dog. They play rough, but they're all friendly and not dominant at all around other dogs. (Mine are all big though, so it might not work if you have a little one.)
kwillia said:She is soooo sweet...My son and I have walked her on a leash from house to house yesterday. We took her to Breton Vet today to check for a chip and to see if they recognized her. She is such a love...
Keep it then.
I wanted to make sure the dog park is still up and running, so to speak, and that the directions are easy enough to follow from south of PF. I take it that once I turn left onto Grays Rd, I run into it?flashyfawn said:Actually there is a new dog park in Calvert. It's on Grays Road which is off of Rt 4, just a bit south of Prince Frederick. Last time I was there, they had just put water in but still didn't have any benches, so you might want to bring a chair or something. I had been going in the morning several times a week but not as much since it's been so hot. It doesn't seem to be used that much but I think most people don't know about it. I usually have 3 dogs with me, so we pretty much make our own dog park anyway.
TIA
flashyfawn
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virgovictoria said:
If you're coming north on 4 you can turn left on Sixes Rd, and then another left onto Grays Rd. Once you're on Grays Rd, the dog park is on your left. There is a sign there now so it's easier to see. They have also put benches in. Enjoy!
Nice big park!! The girls got to meet a bunch of other furry kids, as well as not-so-furry kids today! WTG Calvert 
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teverheart2002
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We took our dogs here today, it is very nice Looking forward to going at least once a week, probably Saturdays.
Looking forward to going at least once a week, probably Saturdays.
LexiGirl75
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I would like to come on Saturdays. Please keep me posted on the times you all will be there. Just got a male Beagle and he loves the great outdoors. Want to do right by him.
teverheart2002
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Don't know if we'll make it this Saturday, there's a 50% chance in rain right now.