Survey - Private Dog Park

The founders of Chase’s Hollow recognise the importance of exercise and socialization to the health and well being of our dogs, and our positive interactions with them. There are several ways in which dog owners strive to fulfill these needs.

In the past, dog owners have had the following choices:

Public access leash-free parks.

• No supervision or monitoring.
• Over crowded and limited space.
• Facilities not always clean or maintained.
• Encounters with irresponsible dog owners, and non-social dogs, professional dog walkers handling multiple dogs, etc.

Regional forest hiking trails

• Encounter with mountain bikes, motorized vehicles, horses.
• Adults or children who are afraid of dogs.
• Coyotes or other wildlife that may carry the risk of disease.
• Encounter with irresponsible dog owners, and non-social dogs, professional dog walkers handling multiple dogs, etc.

Local parks and recreation facilities

• Dogs must be on leashes.
• Organised sports and other “non-dog” activities competing for the same space and time.
• Adults or children who are afraid of dogs.
• Encounter with irresponsible dog owners, and non-social dogs, professional dog walkers handling multiple dogs, etc.

Obedience Classes, and dog sports such as Schutzhund, Fly Ball, Agility etc.

• Restricting financial commitment.
• Restricting time commitment.
• Dogs must be healthy and of appropriate age and ability.
  

We believe there is a better solution.

Introducing:

Members Only Private Leash-Free Dog Park.

• Access restricted to pre-qualified dogs and dog owners who have paid a membership fee and have been pre-screened based on:
• Exhibiting responsible dog ownership.
• Dogs tested for socialization.
• Proof of current vaccinations/worming/spay or neuter
• Limited to 2 dogs per adult per visit.
• Limited memberships offered, to prevent overcrowding.
• Short and long term membership options to suit your needs

Services will be created as interest and cash flow permit, but may include

• Shelter with drinking water and towels
• Port-a-potty
• Self-directed agility course
• Separate area for geriatric dogs and puppies only
• Social events organised with fellow members, including fund raisers for dog related not for profit organisations.
• Communal dog toy box, find the toys that your dog loves before you buy it.
• Fence or boundary enclosures as funds permit.

Located on private land. Consideration is now being made as to how much and what kind of land may be available for this purpose. Your input is requested to narrow the issues and focus the search.

We’d like your input and opinion. Please complete this online survey or download a printable version and return via email, fax or mail. Your name will be entered in a draw for a FREE 3 month membership.

We want to hear from you with any further suggestions or ideas. We value your input and opinions.

Thank you for your assistance in creating a better community of dogs, and dog owners.

Sincerely,

Tricia Rudy
Professional Puppy Raiser