Acton's Select Board, several Town committees, and 2021 Annual Town Meeting attendees have affirmed and endorsed the establishment of a dog park in Acton, designating land at 348 Main Street for the park and allocating community funds to qualify us for grants that will cover the bulk of the costs. We are on our way!
Why a Dog Park?
A dog park is a park for dogs to exercise and play off-leash in a controlled environment under the supervision of their owners. Dog parks have varying features, although they typically offer:
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Dog parks vary in size and are found in both urban and suburban settings. They are typically run under a set of rules and guidelines and are often managed and maintained by a citizens-run board or “Friends of” group.
Who benefits from a dog park?
According to the National Recreation and Park Association, 91 percent of Americans believe their community benefits from a dog park, and -- as of 2018 -- fifty-five percent of local park and recreation agencies provide at least one dog park in their community.
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Dog Owners Benefit |
Communities Benefit
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There are over 800 dog parks across the U.S., and over 50 in Massachusetts. In a 2017 survey, 76% of 579 respondents (440 people) supported the establishment of a dog park in Acton.
Acton's nearly 2,000 registered dogs occupy about 1,600 (25%) of Acton households, and a dog park is included in the Town's Open Space and Recreation Master Plan. Acton's Dog Park Committee and Friends of Acton Community Dog park are working hard to build a wonderful dog park for the Town of Acton! We hope you'll join us!
Acton's nearly 2,000 registered dogs occupy about 1,600 (25%) of Acton households, and a dog park is included in the Town's Open Space and Recreation Master Plan. Acton's Dog Park Committee and Friends of Acton Community Dog park are working hard to build a wonderful dog park for the Town of Acton! We hope you'll join us!