Dog Park

[decalr]

DOG OWNERS!

A NEW GROUP HAS BEEN FORMED TO BRING A DOG PARK TO LOUDOUN COUNTY.

(A DOG PARK IS A PLACE FOR DOGS TO PLAY WITHOUT A LEASH, WHILE BEING WATCHED BY PEOPLE.)

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, PLEASE CONTACT RICHIE CALVIN AT 703 724 1165 OR DECALR@EROLS.COM

[tyger31]

WOO HOOO - it's about time!

[boomertsfx]

Do you have to pick up their poop there?

[snoopy]

Don't we already have this in Broadlands ?? [:p] Leash ..what is that ?? Why not allow the dog to choose which lawn to ruin by allowing them to run all over by themselves .... ( at least that is what is going on around southernwalk )

[jtarnow]

That is terrific news, as it seems the old Ashburn Farm group became inactive? One of the biggest things we miss from our days in Arlington are the dog parks (officially "off leash exercise areas"). They are great for socializing and exercising dogs, and for making new human friends too!

Is this new group picking up where the old one left off? There had been a proposal before the County to put the dog park somewhere near the current end of Claiborne Parkway in Ashburn Farm, although in my opinion there are some suitable spaces in Broadlands as well.

Note that one major requirement for a successful dog park is making sure (mostly through self-policing and peer pressure) that all users are responsible and pick up anything their dogs leave behind! In Arlington, the County provides and empties the garbage bins, but the park users must keep it clean or else the County will shut the park down.

[hazy]

Speaking of dogs running around ruining peoples lawn. I saw a dog this morning (after noticing the pile of gravel was gone) on Village roaming around all by itself, no owner in site. I was with my kids so I wasn't going near it! I'm so sick of dogs roaming free!

[christinaandrob]

Yay!!! So excited about a Dog Park! We had on in Reston and it was great.

This whole dog owner flaming is getting old, fast! I am out walking our dog all the time (yes, we pick up after it!). We have covered a lot of mileage in this community and I agree there's some poop, but it's not as awful as everyone makes it out to be. Most of the other dog walkers I see pick up after their pets too. So please don't flame all of us!

And Hazy - I really don't think people are just letting their "dogs roam around." We're in the old section of Broadlands and I *never* see this. Are you sure they don't have an Invisible Fence? If you see one roaming around, you should call Animal Control.

[hazy]

I'm positive it wasn't an electric fence since it was in a common area! I see the same few dogs loose several times a week. On one occasional I saw the owner call the dog to the door and tell him/her to "get out there and do your thing".

[jtarnow]

quote:Originally posted by hazy

I'm positive it wasn't an electric fence since it was in a common area! I see the same few dogs loose several times a week. On one occasional I saw the owner call the dog to the door and tell him/her to "get out there and do your thing".


We live in the Courtyard single family homes on Milford Drive, and so we back up against the VanMetre townhomes that branch off Village Drive. There is an owner in that community that consistently plays frisbee fetch with his little dog in common areas with no leash, and also just lets it roam around. There were numerous occasions last year where the dog was roaming in the common areas, and if they saw the little dog running around untethered, it would drive our two very large (90 lbs) dogs absolutely nuts within our fenced backyard. I am watching this year to see where the dog lives, so I can make a formal complaint. In the meantime, if anyone knows the guy please tell him to leash his dog! Unless you have a fenced yard, it's both an HOA requirement and the law in Loudoun County!

Let's bring on the dog park!

[christinaandrob]

That is bad. You guys should alert Animal Control that this is going on and they will come by. Especially if you can tell them some estimated time frames.


Posted - 04/06/2005 : 21:40:05
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I'm positive it wasn't an electric fence since it was in a common area! I see the same few dogs loose several times a week. On one occasional I saw the owner call the dog to the door and tell him/her to "get out there and do your thing".

[southernwalkres]

How about keeping a dog in the garage? I've noticed a neighbor nearby that seems to keep their dog in a large cage inside the garage. It seems like this would be a problem in both hot and cold days. Any law prohibiting that?

[hazy]

In the garage? That's so sad! Poor dog. They should find the dog a new home if the best they can do is leave it in there. At least take the dog to doggy daycare.

[sunnydog]

quote:Originally posted by hazy

Speaking of dogs running around ruining peoples lawn. I saw a dog this morning (after noticing the pile of gravel was gone) on Village roaming around all by itself, no owner in site. I was with my kids so I wasn't going near it! I'm so sick of dogs roaming free!


I'm so sick of cats roaming free...

[decalr]

The group that is working on a Dog Park will meet again on Tuesday (4/19/05). As soon as the location is known, this will be posted.

[ricm]

There was an article in the Loudoun Connection this week about the push for a dog park in Loudoun County. The POC in this post is differs from the paper. Are these the same groups of people?

I'm all for having a local dog park because driving out to the one in Reston is getting old...

[decalr]

Yes, this is the same group of people mentioned in the free newspaper. I did not feel that I should leave someone else's contact inforamtion.

Thanks,

Richie

[mmalocu]

southernwalkres
i keep my dog in a cage in my garage in southern walk. if you don't know the details behind that you should mind your own business. my dog has fresh water at all times is walked every 2 hours and is picked up after. he is just a pup 10 months old and cannot be trusted in the house and i feel the garage is a better choice than a small crate until he gets through his chewing stage. my dog is free in the house when we are home and not kept in the garage during extreme tempatures. why don't you get your facts straight before you go commenting on how I treat my dog. the subject matter was about dogs running loose and people not cleaning up after their dogs, both of which i do not do!

michelle malocu

[decalr]

WITH APOLOGIES MY EMAIL HAS NOT BEEN WORKING FOR A FEW DAYS. HENCE YOU IF YOU ASKED FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT EFFORTS TO BRING A DOG PARK TO LOUDOUN COUNTY, I MIGHT NOT HAVE GOTTEN THE MESAGE. PLEASE SEND AGAIN TO:

DECALR@EROLS.COM

THANKS,

RICHIE CALVIN

[snoopy]

quote:Dude, turn the caps off.


quote:
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Originally posted by decalr

WITH APOLOGIES MY EMAIL HAS NOT BEEN WORKING FOR A FEW DAYS. HENCE YOU IF YOU ASKED FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT EFFORTS TO BRING A DOG PARK TO LOUDOUN COUNTY, I MIGHT NOT HAVE GOTTEN THE MESAGE. PLEASE SEND AGAIN TO:

DECALR@EROLS.COM

THANKS,

RICHIE CALVIN


CAPS = barking for dog lovers :D

[beahmer]

Richie - definately want to help. I sent you an email but it got bounced back (Monday 4/11)
Brian

[decalr]

With apologies, I am still having email problems. Hence, you can reach me at decalr@myway.com.

Sorry for the inconvenience.

I will post location of 7:00 p.m. meeting on 4/19/05. If you are interested and have not recived an email from me. Please contact me and rest assured that I will do everything possible to let you know where, etc.

I thank those who reminded me of the no caps rule.

[decalr]

We have a new date and time for the next organizaional meeting for the Dog Park:

Wednesday (4/27/05) at 7:00 p.m. in the Broadlands Nature Center.

(21907 Claiborne Parkway, Ashburn, VA 20148)

If anyone needs directions, please contact me.

Sorry for the change.

Richie
decalr@myway.com

[decalr]

The plan is to meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the Broadlands Nature Center on Claiborne Parkway. The best way to keep track of our activities is to join the following Yahoo Group"

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ashburndogpark

If this does not work or if you have any questions please contact me.

Thanks,

Richie Calvin

[decalr]

Please note that we will not meet on 4/25/05. Our next meeting will be on 6/9/05 at 7:00 p.m. in the Broadlands Nature Center.

[decalr]

My dad made another error. The next meeting will be on Wednesday, June eight. People are strange.

Thanks,

Tahoe II

[Audrey]

What areas are being considered? How are things coming along? When do you think a dog park might become a reality here?

[kassiabi]

YEAH ~~ to the dog park !
you have my vote ! :)

[decalr]

We are making progress and we need the help of all. Please come to meetings.

The plan is to meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the Broadlands Nature Center on Claiborne Parkway. The best way to keep track of our activities is to join the following Yahoo Group:

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ashburndogpark

If this does not work or if you have any questions please contact me.

Thanks,

Richie Calvin

[Dixie]

I am so glad to run across this post. I have real little dogs but they would love to run around. All my neighbors do is complain about my dogs so something like this would be a nice relief.

[redon1]

resurrecting an OLD post.. .did this ever actually happen? is there a dog park in Ashburn...?

[lilpea]

resurrecting an OLD post.. .did this ever actually happen? is there a dog park in Ashburn...? I second Redon1, please let us know where we are with this.

[afgm]

Not to "totally" hi-jack this resurrection but I read the following about dog activites and really thought it was cool.

Ask the Vet: Involving your pet in community activities
By: Michael Strickland
Loudoun Times Mirro

10/11/2006



[/URL]Q: I own a 3-year-old golden retriever named Abby, who has a wonderful temperament and adores meeting new people. Abby is well trained and obedient. I've been thinking about how good Abby is and was wondering how we could get involved in the community. Do you have any suggestions?



http://bannerads.zwire.com/bannerads/bannerad.asp?ADLOCATION=4000&PAG=461&BRD=2553&LOCALPCT=100&AREA=498&VERT=14418&NAREA=471&barnd=7314 (javascript: openEmailWindow();) A: It sounds like Abby is truly delightful, and I appreciate your interest in community involvement. I can think of two local programs that might interest you.

The first is called Fairfax Pets on Wheels. This is an all-volunteer organization that takes pets into nursing homes and assisted-living facilities. A lot of residents in these facilities are quite lonely and can suffer from depression. Visits with pets and their owners help draw these people out of their shells and help improve their quality of life.

The human/animal bond is very strong and has been clinically proven to help decrease stress. In turn, you'll get to spend more time with Abby and will have the chance to learn from people from many walks of life.

Even if you and your pet are unable to volunteer with an organization such as this, you can always offer support in other ways. Fairfax Pets on Wheels sponsors a 3K walk every year called Paws for a Cause that takes place in Fairfax. This walk for people and their pets is a lot of fun. This year, it will be on Oct. 1 at noon. If you are interested, check out the Web site at [url]www.fpow.org .

Another way to help other animals in your community is to have Abby be a blood donor. An organization called the Eastern Veterinary Blood Bank serves the surrounding area. To be a blood donor, your dog must weigh at least 35 pounds and be between 9 months and 7-1/2 years of age.

Each donation takes about 10 to 20 minutes, and one donation can help save up to four lives. My own dog is a blood donor, and I find it an extremely rewarding experience. She really enjoys going each time because she gets so many treats.

If you are interested in pursuing this, check out the blood bank's Web site at http://www.evbb.com . You will find detailed criteria for the donors and contact information for how to get involved.

As you can see, there are a variety of ways that you and your pet can help out in the community. I encourage you to participate in existing organizations or maybe even create one of your own. The possibilities are endless.

The author is a veterinarian with Leesburg Veterinary Hospital.

[beahmer]

A response I got from LC PRCS:
Brian,
There has been discussion about Outlands putting one in and possibly partnering with the town and County, and they have asked we maintain it. I do not have the staff resources at this time to do that. I am very supportive of the concept but could not maintain such a facility without additional resources. You may want to check with Outlands or Kaj Dentler at Leesburg Parks and Recreation (Director of Town of Leesburg Parks and Recreation which includes Ida Lees Park) to see if they are continuing to pursue that option. We are looking into putting one at Lovettsville Park in future years but again there is no funding identified at this time.
Diane

>>> "Brian Beahm" <beahmer@smartneighborhood.net> 10/12/2006 8:57 PM
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Sometime back there were statements made by PRCS that they were seriously looking at putting in a dog park, either at Ida Lee or somewhere south of town I believe. Did anything ever come of that? How about some of the newer parks being built - what about putting in dog parks there too? Someplace to let the dogs run free would be great and a welcome amenity to the residents of LC