For the past decade, dog parks have been among the most commonly planned additions for parks, and no wonder! As of 2022, 44.5% of U.S. households owned at least one dog, and those dogs need places to play and socialize. The most basic dog parks include a fenced area with waste receptacles. Some offer more comfort for owners by providing seating and shade, and some offer even more amenities, such as dog water fountains, wash stations and more. You can create the simplest dog park and attract people and their pets, but if you really want to stand out from the pack, consider customizing your dog park to make it more unique.
Q. We’d like to create a unique dog park. What should we consider?
A. There are many ways to customize your dog park to create a unique space for people and their pets. HDPE components can be routed with your park’s name. You could also use this option to help support your dog park financially, offering sponsors or donors a chance to be recognized at your park.
Color options are another way to help your dog park stand out. Dog park equipment manufacturers offer some standard
colors, from green and blue to black or red, and you could certainly choose those out-of-the-box options, or you can ask about custom color options. Choose earth tones to complement the surrounding environment, or choose colors that pop to make your dog park stand out against the natural terrain.
With everything from custom dog park signs, custom colors and beyond, it’s easy to bring your dog park vision to life.
Q. We want to be sure we’re meeting the needs of all pet owners. What are some ways to encourage more pet owners to visit our dog park?
A. Like people, dogs come in a wide range of sizes and personalities. To accommodate all dogs, you should include separate spaces for large and small pets. This will give the big dogs plenty of room to play while protecting smaller dogs from those whose play might be a little too rambunctious.
Some dogs are less sociable than others, and dog parks are increasingly accommodating these pets and their owners by creating spaces for single dogs to play on their own.
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