Off-leash dog parks support recreation, physical activity, and social connection for people and pets. This session explores dog park design trends, planning strategies, and research supporting the health and community benefits of pet-friendly recreation spaces. Participants will examine key considerations, including site selection, circulation, amenities, safety, maintenance, accessibility, and user experience, through case study examples demonstrating successful approaches to planning, designing, and advocating for impactful community dog parks that support wellness and community engagement.
Learning Outcomes:
List at least five benefits of off-leash dog parks related to health and well-being, physical activity and social and community benefits.
Outline design considerations when planning to establish an off-leash dog park in your community.
Summarize at least two real-life examples of off-leash dog parks.
List at least two partnerships, programming, and marketing opportunities for increased utilization of off-leash dog parks.
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