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<br /> UNLEASHED<br /> Off-leash Dog Park Design Trends & Planning Tips™<br /> 02<br /> Building communities through play & recreation™<br /> Building communities through play & recreation™<br /> CONTENTS<br /> FOREWARD ____________________________________ 3<br /> MAKING THE CASE _______________________________ 5<br /> The Value of Dog Parks ______________________________ 5<br /> Health & Well-Being Benefits __________________________ 7<br /> Social & Community Benefits___________________________ 9<br /> DESIGNING A HIGH-QUALITY DOG PARK ______________ 11<br /> Dog-friendly Settings _______________________________ 11<br /> Location & Context ________________________________ 15<br /> Exercise & Agility Equipment ___________________________ 19<br /> Amenities & Accessories _____________________________ 27<br /> Drainage & Surfacing Materials _________________________ 35<br /> Plantings & Landscaping _<a title="Unleashed_2019 page 1" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=1"> UNLEASHED Off-leash Dog Park Design Trends & Plan</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 2" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=2"> Building communities through play & recreation™ </a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 3" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=3"> 2</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 4" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=4"> FOREWARD </a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 5" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=5"> Many years ago, when I began hearing about “dog p</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 6" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=6"> Making the Case To better advocate for off-lea</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 7" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=7"> 48% households own at least one dog 89.7 Million</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 8" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=8"> Health & Well-Being Benefits It is no surprise t</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 9" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=9"> “ People say, ‘I never knew my neighb</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 10" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=10"> Social & Community Benefits Dog parks are so</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 11" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=11"> Sitting areas provide a welcoming environment for</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 12" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=12"> Designing a High-Quality Dog Park Designing a </a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 13" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=13"> planning for this segment of the population. It i</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 14" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=14"> Rest Areas Traveling on the open road can </a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 15" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=15"> Urban areas with limited space are offering rooft</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 16" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=16"> Location & Context Selecting a location for a ne</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 17" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=17"> When considering locations, The Humane Society of</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 18" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=18"> James Hunter Park The James Hunter Park in Arlin</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 19" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=19"> Open lawn with benches </a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 20" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=20"> Exercise & Agility Equipment Dogs were made to </a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 21" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=21"> Dog Park Equipment Ideas </a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 22" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=22"> Jump Generally a series of circles, jumps provid</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 23" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=23"> Weave Posts Made for dogs of all sizes, weave po</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 24" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=24"> Photo Booth Panel Including a photo booth provid</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 25" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=25"> Agility Standards Agility courses designed for c</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 26" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=26"> Equipment Materials & Finishes Dog park equipmen</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 27" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=27"> Powder Coating </a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 28" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=28"> Amenities & Accessories There are a variety </a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 29" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=29"> As suggested by the American Kennel Club and the </a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 30" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=30"> Gates All gates should be fitted with a spring f</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 31" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=31"> Seating areas provide a meeting place for dog own</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 32" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=32"> Shade and Shelter Shade, whether natural or buil</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 33" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=33"> As per the U.S. Department of Justice22, a</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 34" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=34"> Fencing Some off-leash areas may be completely f</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 35" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=35"> Equipment Users* </a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 36" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=36"> Drainage & Surfacing Materials Adequate draina</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 37" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=37"> Grass Grass surfaces are soft underfoot, are vis</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 38" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=38"> Heavily Compacted Base Rock or Gravel Rock or gr</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 39" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=39"> This chart is provided as a basic overview of the</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 40" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=40"> Plantings & Landscaping Some dog parks may be de</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 41" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=41"> Non-Toxic Plants: Clockwise from top left: Turf L</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 42" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=42"> Layout & Design Typologies Providing a good vari</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 43" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=43"> When including exercise-based activities, look fo</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 44" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=44"> Large and Small Dog Combined Space It is always </a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 45" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=45"> Multi-Purpose In addition to providing areas for</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 46" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=46"> Maintaining & Sustaining Your Dog Park As with</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 47" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=47"> Equipment Inspection & Maintenance Because dog </a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 48" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=48"> Use a blower or vacuum to remove loose debris. Ho</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 49" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=49"> Additional maintenance may be needed or require</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 50" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=50"> Planning & Community Engagement Strategies Gre</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 51" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=51"> Write a clear mission statement A mission statem</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 52" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=52"> Partnerships & Fundraising Securing funds is one</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 53" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=53"> Dog Walk The popular method of raising money thr</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 54" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=54"> Sponsorship Campaigns Start your sponsorship </a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 55" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=55"> There are varying advantages and considerations f</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 56" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=56"> Marketing for Success Marketing is a very impo</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 57" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=57"> “ Dogs are not our whole life, but </a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 58" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=58"> to use the taped segment (or link to it) be sure </a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 59" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=59"> Programming the Space Consider providing the com</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 60" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=60"> CASE STUDIES </a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 61" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=61"> The following case studies illustrate how a varie</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 62" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=62"> Increasing services for stress-free travel Buffal</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 63" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=63"> a flight is delayed, a traveler is dealing with a</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 64" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=64"> Yappy hour and more, putting the FUN in fundraisi</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 65" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=65"> Every month from, May till October, CCPRC hosts Y</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 66" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=66"> Transforming an underused floodplain into a PAWpu</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 67" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=67"> and pines are used for natural shade. Black vinyl</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 68" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=68"> Embracing the needs of residents and donors throu</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 69" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=69"> enjoyable. The DPAC consisted of community mem</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 70" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=70"> PAWineers of the RV park industry Lake Geor</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 71" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=71"> The tradition of designing new amenities to meet </a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 72" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=72"> A unique partnership for increasing dogs’ and dog</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 73" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=73"> In Vancouver, open spaces for dogs to roam freely</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 74" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=74"> References & Resources 1. The Trust for </a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 75" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=75"> Resources American Kennel Club www.akc.org/ Ameri</a> <a title="Unleashed_2019 page 76" href="https://secure.viewer.zmags.com/publication/cd8bf1b9?page=76"> UNLEASHED Sinto et ut adi re peles escimaion perc</a>