Paw Print News Bits
A publication of The Pensacola Dog Owners Association, Inc., August
2006
Associations
Mission: Our Association is dedicated to Responsible Dog Ownership. In keeping
with this, the following web site and film may interest many of you.
Please see that others view this also. http://www.brightlion.com/InHope/InHope_en.aspx
(Caution: some people may find this film to be graphically offensive)
Dog
of the Month: Hello, my name is Dixie Lou and I am a
five year old Golden Retriever and weigh 70 lbs. My nickname is Two Ball
Dancing Brows. I love all dogs and all people. And as my breed
dictates, I believe the whole world is one great big party and I am the guest
of honor! When I was just a pup my Mom and Dad (Lori and Jody Skelton)
would take me to the dog parks in Tallahassee
on weekend college visits. Then my Dad became the new Parks and Recreation
Director and Wah La!!.....We have dog parks!!! I visit all three dog
parks and I will retrieve tennis balls forever, even with a pound of dirt on my
face, in my eyes, down my throat, etc. I also dive. So if you see a
Golden with its head under water for up to 10 seconds at the Bayview Dog
Beach, its probably me
diving for a rock on the bottom. See you at the dog parks and you can
throw something for me to retrieve!
Volunteers and Dogs that give so much to the
Community: Let's not forget people and their guardians
that give so much to our community. This month we feature Linda Reinhardt
and Cosmost. Many of you know them as the lady with the big black Great
Dane, however do you know about all the things they do for our community?
First, are you aware that Cosmost is certified to visit nursing homes and
visits them on a regular basis bringing smiles to many people that are
confined. Second, are you aware that Cosmost is certified to work with
the R.E.A.D. program, helping children read better. Third, have you
noticed how clean Summit
Dog Park
is? Thanks to Linda, its been that way. In addition to all of the above
Linda also teaches school and raises a family. What a pleasure it is to
have her on the Pensacola Dog Owners Board of Directors.
Our Newest Business Member: Petland located at 6235 N.
Davis Hwy is our newest business member. The
store carries just about anything you can want for your pet. A beautiful
will organized store with a community involvement attitude and dedicated
employees. Whatever your pet needs are visit Petland. Visit them today
and take your dog with you. Questions? call 637-1123, Support PDOA
members
Community
Outreach Program Schedule: The
next Associations monthly Community Outreach program is scheduled for August
8th, 7:00 P.M., at Bayview
Senior Center.
We have a very exciting speaker that will talk about "The Southeast Guide
Dogs Puppy Program". Don't miss it as this will be another
exciting program on ways that we can help our community. Our speaker Susan
Brewster is the area coordinator for the Southeastern Guide Dogs, is also
a K9 Obedience Instructor and a volunteer with the Escambia County
4-H Center for Independent Living. Everyone is invited, don't miss this
great event. It's free and lasts about an hour. Questions call 432-8323
A
howling good time at Bark in the Park: Bring
your dog, kids and anyone else you know to Pelican Park
at UWF on Monday, August 14th, 6:30 P.M. for a great night of Baseball and
fun. All dogs are free and if you bring a donation of pet food, treats,
toys, collars or blankets you and your pet will be entered to win exciting
prizes. Watch a great baseball game, enjoy your family and pet at this
great event. All donations benefit the Pensacola Humane Society.
Pet
Shelters for Hurricane Evacuees: The project is now in the hands of the Escambia County Commissioners.
Commissioner Tom Benjanin's office notified the Association that the issue will
be addressed August 10th at the County
Commissions committee
meeting. Please keep the letters to the County Commissioners
going and if you can try and attend the meeting August 10th, 3:30
pm, in the Courthouse located at Government and Palafox.
Jewels of Pensacola: Our City dog parks are one of the jewels of Pensacola. Visit our dog parks often.
Remember, when you leave, leave only paw prints in them. If you happen to
see someone overlook picking up after their dog, point it out to them
or offer them a bag. It takes an effort by everyone to keep our
parks clean. Remember, responsible dog owners always carry a
bag and pick up after their dog.
Gulf
Breeze: The Gulf
Breeze City
council approved the Gulf
Breeze Dog
Park at their July 12th
meeting. The Park will be located near Shoreline Park Boat Launch and the
clearing for the dog park will begin August 12th. The next Gulf Breeze
Dog Park
steering committee meeting will take place Tuesday, August 1st at 7:00
P.M., at Shoreline
Recreational Center.
Please come to the meeting and share your ideas and suggestions.
Great
Member News: Central Bark Bakery, located at 403 S. Palafox Place
just opened its new dog spa that features Hydrosurge bathing that is a
therapeutic bath for dogs. Hours are 10:00 A.M. - 8:00 P.M. On August 1, 2006
the Bakery will begin sponsoring a downtown walking club that is open to all
dog lovers. The walkathon will give you and your dog the opportunity
to socialize and exercise with many others, plus you can enjoy a walk thru
beautiful downtown Pensacola.
Walks will be approximately 1 1/2 miles and start at 6:30 P.M. at Central Bark
Bakery where you will be provided with a map of the route.
Questions, call 433-2675. Support PDOA members.
Brick
Program: Stop by Bayview Park
and see the dog memorial bricks that have been laid. A wonderful memorial
to your dog and a beginning to a lasting improvement to the walkway. Look
for your brick on this dog walk of fame. Also notice the new bulletin board
and benches outside the dog park. A special thanks to the Pensacola Parks
Department for their support with these projects. Many of you have asked
about our starting another brick program, we expect to, however, no date has
been set.
Five
Flags Dog Training Classes: Five Flags
has finally (after about 4 years) found a place to routinely offer dog
obedience classes. Classes will be offered every Wednesday at the Escambia County Equestrian
Center. It
depends on the number of dogs registered but the plan is to offer a puppy class
at about 6:30 P.M. and a basic class at 7:30 P.M.. Call
438-6141 for more information.
Woof, Woof: At last work has begun on the Bayview Park pier. What a wonderful
improvement this will be to the park. Two years in the making the new
pier will have lights, benches and boat docks. The Pensacola Parks
Department has done a lot of work to make this possible. Next time you
see someone from the parks department, give them a thanks for all the hard
work.
Get ready
for Christmas in July: We still need owners and
dogs to walk with us in the Annual Pensacola Christmas Parade. This year
you must be a member of the Association to walk with us. Why?, because our
insurance will not cover you and your dog if you are not. Go to www.info@pensacoladogowners.org or
email us to have your name added.
We need you!: Yes, we need you to join The Pensacola Dog Owners Association.
Only through a strong membership can we achieve results in our many project to
help our community be the best dog loving responsible city in America. If you have a dog, love
dogs or just want to help, join the Pensacola Dog Owners Association. Joining
the Association or renewing your membership is as: Making a phone
call to 432-8323 and doing it on the phone, going to www.pensacoladogowners.org and
using our secure website to register or mail an application in. We accept
Cash, Checks and all major. Memberships and donations are tax deducible.
Taking
your dog to Nursing Homes/Hospice Houses:
If you missed the Community Outreach program June 28th and are still interested
in getting your dog certified to visit nursing homes/hospice centers please
contact Cheryl Giebel-Peterson at: bcinc1@juno.com .
Suggestions:
If you know a way that the dog parks or our
Association can do things better, please let us know. We are
always looking for ways to improve. Just visit www.info@pensacoladogowners.org
Please feel free to
give, post or show this as well as any other Association Newsletters/emails to
friends, neighbors, coworkers or anyone you know. If you know a member or
dog owners that does not have email, make a copy for them. Remember
this is YOUR organization and it is community based with everything being
done for all the residents of the community.
Thanks for your
Support!
The Pensacola Dog Owners
Association
the Pensacola
Dog Owner’s Association
2000 E. Lloyd St,
Pensacola, FL 32503 Phone: (850)432-8323
A
monthly publication of the Pensacola Dog Owner’s Association
2000
E. Lloyd St, Pensacola, FL 32503 Phone: (850)432-8323