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Comment on Let’s Make Ashland Oregon Really Dog-Friendly by Ashland_Errrrr

Ashland_Errrrr — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:11:57 +0000

Ridiculous…to say that Ashland is not dog a friendly town just because dogs arent allowed in ALL of our parks. Maybe you have no idea how many parks are actually in this town . Ashland is the only town i know of that provides dog waste bags at nearly every park and it has been on more than one occasion I have watched dog owners steal every bag from the dispenser. There is even dispensers along Lithia parks Windburn way where dogs are not allowed to venture into the park not to say that many dog owners dont heed the rules there either . Ashland has so many parks and walking options for dog owners I think that many of our parks should remain DOG FREE not everyone wants growling dogs at there children s birthday parties. Lastly i would have to say that if you compared happiness levels of dogs around the states, Ashland Oregon dogs would rate near the top where they can be seen happily perched atop rafts floating down the rouge river, sniffing through the forests for truffles, swimming in emigrant lake and browsing the merchandise at the Goodwill.
A dog never had it so good.

Comment on DogFriendly.com’s Roaming Reporter – United States and Canada by Rod Tatsuno

Rod Tatsuno — Tue, 14 May 2013 13:25:58 +0000

Ketchum, Idaho is a dog friendly place, located next to the world famous Sun Valley ski and summer resort. Many businesses provide water bowls and the majority of locals are owned by their canine friends. Dogs are allowed off-lead on the over 30 miles of paved walking/ bike path, with some doggie bag stations and water. Dogs are allowed off lead in the local forests, with three rivers to play in…the Big Wood river, Trail Creek, and Warm Springs creek.
Dogs often accompany their people to the numerous free summer outdoor concerts. There are many excellent veterinary hospitals and a no-kill animal shelter: ASWRV.com (Animal shelter of the Wood River Valley).

Comment on Doggie Dining – Making sense of the confusion by Autumn

Autumn — Mon, 13 May 2013 02:56:06 +0000

I love my little dog and would eat out more often if I could take him with me. Just moved to Akron, Ohio from chandler,AZ and kind find any outdoor restaurant patios for doggies. I feel like moving back to AZ for the wonderful places to eat out with my dog. Restaurants are losing out on a big population of dog lovers whose little friends beg to go.

Comment on Dog-Friendly San Luis Obispo by league of legends cooldown hack

league of legends cooldown hack — Sun, 12 May 2013 16:44:22 +0000

I usually do not comment, however I browsed some of the responses on this page
Dog-Friendly San Luis Obispo

Comment on Let’s Make Ashland Oregon Really Dog-Friendly by Vicki Bamman

Vicki Bamman — Fri, 10 May 2013 22:41:24 +0000

Thank you for acknowledge our efforts. We will keep you posted as we continue to make progress in making Ashland, OR, more and more dog-friendly. As I observed in my letter to you TWO YEARS AGO (May 2011), we were starting to make the progress that you now cite in your current blog.
You may be right in maintaining that Ashland is (still) “one of the least dog-friendly towns” on the West Coast, but your acknowledgement that we’re trying and that we will continue to make efforts is appreciated.
We will continue to keep you posted.
Thank you.

Comment on Let’s Make Ashland Oregon Really Dog-Friendly by Dana Feagin

Dana Feagin — Fri, 10 May 2013 21:15:21 +0000

Thank you for writing about our efforts to make Ashland a more dog friendly place! I am part of the Ashland Loves Dogs group and wanted to mention that there are a couple stores I am aware of that welcome dogs. The Ashland Art Center, a large non-profit art center on Main Street with working artist studios & a large gallery of local art, welcomes all dogs on leash, as does the Ashland Hardware Store on A Street. Granted, tourists are probably not frequenting the hardware store, but we are making progress – and the hardware store has dog treats on hand for canine visitors. This time of year you also see dogs lounging on the patio area at the downtown Starbucks. Thanks again for posting an article about Ashland’s efforts to improve our reputation with dog loving travelers.

Dana Feagin

Comment on Let’s Make Ashland Oregon Really Dog-Friendly by Colleen Shanahan

Colleen Shanahan — Fri, 10 May 2013 20:08:43 +0000

Thank you DogFriendly.com. We are working hard to make Ashland Dog Friendly by rewarding people for scooping poop and for being responsible dog owners! Most businesses in downtown Ashland ARE dog friendly and now there are a few restaurants who allow dogs on their patios.

Comment on Let’s Make Ashland Oregon Really Dog-Friendly by Catherine Broughton

Catherine Broughton — Fri, 10 May 2013 10:47:33 +0000

I thought your readers might be interested in this heartwarming story about finding food for our own dog, a Great Dane called George:-

http://www.turquoisemoon.co.uk/blog/albania-extract-from-travels-with-a-biro-due-out-in-october/

Comment on Santa Cruz California: Repeal the Dog Ban by Let’s Make Ashland Oregon Really Dog-Friendly « DogFriendly.com's Dog News

Thu, 09 May 2013 17:28:04 +0000

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Comment on Finally – Dogs are allowed in Downtown Santa Cruz by Let’s Make Ashland Oregon Really Dog-Friendly « DogFriendly.com's Dog News

Thu, 09 May 2013 16:28:00 +0000

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