Off-Leash Dog Park Benefits!

It’s almost here! The North Norfolk Off-Leash Dog Park will soon be a reality!

Cannot wait until this is a thing!

After a lot of hard work from volunteers, the dog park could be ready to go as early as next month. As we get closer and closer to its completion, you may wonder what the benefits of an off-leash dog park might be. Well, here are some of the reasons we are so excited for this space.

Owners and Dogs Both Can Socialize

We know that it’s important for dogs to socialize – and after a more-than-year-long pandemic, the same goes for humans! Once the off-leash dog park is finished, and restrictions are lifted, it will be a great place for dog lovers to go and meet people and have a good time. Dogs can visit other dogs and we can have a blast watching them have fun. Off-leash dog parks are amazing for this and it’s so great MacGregor and North Norfolk will have one.

You Might Learn Something

This is one benefit that isn’t talked about too much, but it totally exists. There are so many different types of dog owners across the Central Plains. Some that have a lot of experience and some are relatively brand-new to having a dog in the family. Whether it’s a trick, general advice, or even just how to be around other dogs, there are plenty of opportunities to be had when you’re around a fellow dog owner. We’re all on this journey together. Whether you’re the one giving the advice or receiving it, there is a great opportunity for a positive connection.

Safe Place to Walk Your Dog

Going for walks with your dog is a great bonding experience. However, not everyone can easily take their dog for a walk. An off-leash dog park can help with that! Letting them run around and blow off some energy will be great and you can relax while watching your furry friend.

Dogs Can Thrive!

Do you count your steps? Don’t even bother with your pet. Once they hit the off-leash dog park they’re bound to add thousands of steps to their own total! Physical and mental exercise is so important for your pup and the park is a great place to go to get that. When dogs get that exercise, their behaviour improves, too. Some pups struggle to burn off that energy, but that won’t be a problem here!

We hope you are as excited as we are about the arrival of the off-leash dog park. This week, we have our final fundraising event which should be a lot of fun. We hope you will take part (safely) and we look forward to seeing you at the park sooner than later! Follow along with the project at our Facebook page here.

Walking Poker Derby in support of the North Norfolk Dog Park
Friday, May 7th
5:30-7:30pm
$5 each or 3 for $10!
$200 for 1st
$150 for 2nd
$100 for 3rd

Get your hands by sending an email to macgregordogpark@gmail.com