February 24, 2011: Post Point Open House

November 16, 2010: Letter from Paul Leuthold

July 28, 2010:  Bloedel Donovan Alert!

May 9, 2010:  Post Point Alert!

Health Alert - Cocoa Mulch

Health Alert - Xylitol (in Sugar-Free Gum)

July 28, 2010:  Bloedel Donovan Alert!

The Parks Department has requested input on how to solve the problem of turf destruction in some areas of Bloedel Donovan Park each winter -- when the off-leash dog hours are longest.

Letter from Paul Leuthold, Director of Parks and Recreation
Images of muddy areas - #1
Images of muddy areas - #2
Images of muddy areas - #3
 

May 9, 2010:  Post Point Alert!

Lindsay Albin from the Dept. of Ecology sent an ERT alert to public works which was forwarded to Grateful Dogs.  There were several phone complaints about dog feces at Post Point and a formal complaint filed with the DOE. 

It is time our members get together to pressure others to clean up after their dogs.  We don't want to lose that site as an off-leash area! 

We have been told by city officials that if there are aggressive dogs or owners continuing to break city ordinances after gentle reminders, then the police should be called. 

Suggested ways to approach non-compliant dog owners:

"Excuse me, would you like a bag to clean up after your dog?"  (Then offer them one of your bags.  Always keep extras with you.)

"Excuse me, but would you please gain control of your dog.  Aggressive and violent dogs are not permitted in off-leash areas."

If your efforts fail, call the Police:

Health Alert - Xylitol (in Sugar Free Gum)

Xylitol is a sugar alcohol used in candy, chewing gum, chewable vitamins and throat lozenges, and when ingested by dogs  it causes a dangerous surge in insulin. Just 8-10 pieces of gum can kill a 65 pound dog.  2-3 pieces could kill a small dog.

http://www.snopes.com/critters/crusader/xylitol.asp

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Also see the relevant Whatcom Humane Society Flyer.