9/9/13 - A new dog park in Howell will likely be open later this fall to serve local dog owners and the larger community for years to come. The park will be located on 2.4 acres in the Countyâs West Complex on South Highlander Way, located between the Central Dispatch and Animal Control buildings. It will be named the Countryside Veterinary Dog Park and a formal announcement was made Friday afternoon at the site. Howl & Bark President Adam Targanski tells WHMI dogs are part of many families today and the need for such a park in the community has been evident for some time now. The Howl & Bark group came together last June and began identifying community benefits and drafting rules but also started looking around for locations. Roughly one year later, a lease agreement was secured between Livingston County and the Howell Area Parks and Recreation Authority, which will be the leasing body and operator of the dog park. Donations are still being sought to assist in getting the park up and running, which organizers are optimistic will happen this year due to the location and minimal construction that will be required. Donations can be made through the Recreation Authority or directly through the Howl & Bark groupâs website below. (JM)
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