Dog Parks: The Good, The Bad and the Ugly
They’re called dog parks or dog runs. Sometimes they’re official, sometimes they’re formed by a group of people who want their dogs to play together. Some dog parks are large—acres or miles of paths—but most are less than an acre in size, and some are tiny. Some are flat gravel or dirt, while others have picnic tables, trees, and other objects.
What all dog parks have in common is the reason for their existence. Dogs (and their owners) need a place where they can run free, sans leashes, and do “doggie” things. Many of their owners have no yards and the dogs would otherwise spend their entire outdoor lives on leash. Read More
How Dog Parks took over the Urban Landscape
Birthed from the counterculture of the ’60s, the pet playground has witnessed a major shift in how Americans relate to their canines. Read More
Chocolate & Your Dog
What Makes Chocolate Toxic to Dogs
Chocolate contains substances known as methylxanthines (specifically caffeine and theobromine), which dogs are far more sensitive to than people. Different types of chocolate contain varying amounts of methylxanthines. In general, though, the darker and more bitter the chocolate the greater the danger. Read More
Antifreeze-Dangers for your Dog
Antifreeze poisoning is one of the most common forms of poisoning in small animals, and this is because it is so commonly found in households. Antifreeze poisoning typically happens when antifreeze drips from a car’s radiator, where it is licked off the ground and ingested by a pet. Read More
Adventures of Bailey & Clyde
Why Trails
July 25, 2021
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Where would we be without trails? It is a simple question, but it is worth pondering. The longer you sit with this question, the more
Why It’s Important to Let Your Dog Sniff on Walks
July 25, 2021
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Why It’s Important to Let Your Dog Sniff, Unrushed, During Walks By Roxanna Coldiron March 19, 2021 as Published in Martha Stewart An expert
How pets are helping us through the coronavirus crisis
April 15, 2020
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Animals are proving a lifesaver for many, providing companionship and consistency in uncertain times. Read More
Staying Active While Social Distancing: Questions and Answers
April 15, 2020
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Posted on April 7, 2020 by ODPHP Why is it important for me to be active? Physical activity can provide immediate benefits. Physical activity can
Tips for Helping Older Adults Maintain Good Health at Home
April 6, 2020
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By NRPA’s Healthy Aging in Parks Team | Posted on April 3, 2020 This is certainly an unprecedented time that has impacted our way of
The National Recreation and Park Association Statement on Playgrounds and Play Structures During COVID-19 Pandemic (March 30, 2020)
April 3, 2020
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Nationally, more cities and states have implemented shelter in place orders, closed schools and businesses, and taken crucial measures to protect public health and slow