SUPPORT A DOG PARK IN BRYAN COUNTY, GEORGIA

SUPPORT A DOG PARK IN BRYAN COUNTY, GEORGIA

REGION – COASTAL GEORGIA, USA

TARGET – Government Officials of Bryan County

This petition, supported by the undersigned, is directed to Government Officials in Bryan County, GA. Its goal is to support the granting of land within South Bryan County – potentially within Henderson Park. The construction of an enclosed, off-leash dog park in a centralized, convenient location within South Bryan County.

This park would be a designated area where well-behaved canine citizens, can exercise and have fun in a clean, safe environment. We want to create a beautiful, well-maintained space open to all dog lovers and friends, who will be willing to uphold the park's rules and restrictions. The park will be designed to satisfy the needs of dog-owners and non-dog owners alike. We aim for this park to be a community project, supported in part by volunteer dog-owners and maintained in partnership with Bryan County.

In many cities, dog parks are very common. You can view the list of dog parks in each city and state by visiting www.dogparkusa.com.

The large number of successful dog parks all over the world demonstrates that when a group of concerned and responsible dog owners work together for a leash-free dog park, not only can this concept work but it can thrive and enrich the community. Our community is filled with so many dog-lover residents who have voiced their desire for such a park.

We are asking Bryan County to allow the construction of a dog park for the following reasons:

-Such a park would allow families with dogs to spend more quality time with their pets.

-This park would increase opportunities for residents to interact with their neighbors and help create a sense of community.

-Socializing dogs is very beneficial to the community, since it makes them less skittish and can mitigate aggressive behavior when meeting other dogs and people.

-Many dog owners do not have a fenced in yard where their dogs can spend time outside, and leashes greatly limit the dog's space and pace.

-regular exercise is great for any dog's longevity and weight control. The overall effect of regular exercise makes most dogs calmer and better behaved.

Please help us create a dedicated space that allows our dogs to have a place to run freely and safely.