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Dog Park Study Final Results

The Concord Dog Park Feasibility Study Group has reached a conclusion and will be presenting their findings Tuesday, Nov. 13 at 7pm in the Concord Town House. Please come attend to hear the results of our in depth look into whether Concord needs a dog park, where one might be, and what attributes we feel are most important.

This is the conclusion of a one year study by seven Concord residents who volunteered to collect information and to research this issue. We hope to see you there and look forward to answering questions, as well as receive any input you may have for Concord’s future with regards to this matter.

Best,

Anne Umphrey (Chair)
Don Shorbrys (Clerk)
Susanne Jarnryd
Deb Richardson
Bob Schulman
Kate Stout
Jeff Young

Concord Dog Park Feasibility Committee Final Report: DPFSCreport11.13

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Want to Help? Just be a responsible owner!

Any hope of maintaining off-leash privileges must involve efforts by all dog owners to practice good neighborly relations and make sure our dogs (and us) behave well and do not leave behind poop or bags. Please see the “Pet-etiquette” guidelines here.

 

  1. The most important thing you can do, is pick up your dog’s poop and train them not to jump on people. These are probably the two biggest issues and where most people need help. If you are new to dog ownership, we recommend you sign up for and attend puppy kindergarten classes. You will make friends, learn how to control your dog and be a happier dog owner for it.

  2. Be considerate of others. Not everyone loves dogs and some people are terrified of them. Even though your dog is super friendly, don’t let them bound up to strangers. It’s your responsibility to maintain control, and respect the rights of others. Keep a leash handy at all times.

  3. If you have a dog that does not do well with other dogs, please do not allow them to run off-leash where they can possibly encounter others. Many problems can be avoided by using good judgment beforehand. Get to know your dog’s limits and weaknesses and respect them.