MISSION
To establish a fenced in, off-leash dog park where well-behaved canine citizens can exercise in a clean, safe environment without endangering or annoying people, property or wildlife. To develop a beautiful, well-maintained space open to all dog lovers and friends who are willing to uphold the park's rules and restrictions. To view this park as a community project, in partnership with “City of Ludington”, designed to satisfy the needs of dog-owners and non-dog owners alike.

 

THE DOG PARK FACILITIES

  • 1 acre piece of land
  • Fence (4-5 ft tall chain link) with double gate entry/exit system
  • Separate run for small dogs (height limit sign)
  • Benches
  • Bulletin board for notices
  • Hours-of-use sign
  • Bag dispenser
  • Trash receptacle
  • Agility obstacles (phase 2)
  • Parking

BUDGET

  • Cost of creating: $
    • PHASE ONE
      • Chain link fence;  1 acre = approximately 850 feet of fence : $16,000
      • 3 double gate entries : included in above price
      • Doggie bag dispenser :  $200-$500
      • Trash receptacle : $250
      • Park benches : $200-$500
      • Bulletin board for notices (?)
      • Signs : $200
      • Donation box (?)
    • PHASE TWO
      • Agility obstacles (?)
      • Gazebo/Pavilion (?)
      • Small Doggie Pool (?)
  • Cost of maintaining
    • Doggie bags
    • Trash bags
    • Fence damage


SIGNS

  • “RULES”
  • “HOURS OF USE”
  • “CLEAN UP AFTER YOUR PET!”
  • "HEIGHT LIMIT"
  • "SMALL DOG RUN"
  • "PLEASE CLOSE THIS GATE BEFORE YOU OPEN THE NEXT"

BULLITIN BOARD POSTS

  • “PLEASE ANNOUNCE POTTY BREAKS! (MAX WENT #2 OVER THERE!)” (peer pressure  system to ensure clean up)
  • ANIMAL CONTROL - (231) 843-8644
  • Rules and Regulations
  • Proper dog introductions

FUNDRAISERS/EVENTS

  • Dog show
  • Training classes (?)
  • Agility classes (?)
  • Pet Portrait Session
  • Sell T-shirts/Personalized collars & handkerchiefs
  • Donation cans in local businesses
  • Bake Sales (Don’t forget the hand-made dog treats!)
  • Spaghetti Dinner (or something similar)
  • Recycle cans
  • Sponsor sign sales
  • Little Caesar’s Pizza Box Kit sale
  • Car Wash
  • Cookout at the park ($5 = hot dog, brat or burger, chips and a soda)
  • Personalized Paver Stones
  • Personalized Fence Plates

 

RULES/RESTRICTIONS

  • Puppies and dogs should be properly licensed, inoculated and healthy.
  • Animals should wear a collar and ID tags at all times.
  • Owners must clean up after their dogs.
  • Puppies using the park must be at least four months old.
  • Owners should not leave their dogs unattended or allowed out of sight.
  • Children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
  • Dogs in heat will should not be allowed inside the park.
  • Owners must carry a leash at all times. Dogs should be leashed before entering and prior to leaving the park.

INFORMATION PACKETS (also available online)

  • Dog Park Rules
  • Safety Tips


WEBSITE

  • Information about park (rules, etc)
  • Events/Fundraiser
  • Donation link (PayPal)
  • Photos
  • Map/Directions