Finger Lakes Dog Park

12/08/2024

Sarah calls the dog park “Doggie World”. And Renzo sure does love to visit. 🩷🩷🩷

12/02/2024

🐾 POEM OF A DOG
I'm the one who's always waiting for you.
Your car has a special sound that I have imprinted on my senses, I can recognize it in a thousand.
Your steps have a magic bell.
Your voice is music to my ears.
If I see your joy, it makes me happy!.
Your scent is the best.
Your presence moves my senses.
Your waking up wakes me up
I contemplate you sleeping and for me you are my God, I am happy watching your sleep.
Your look is a ray of light.
Your hands upon me, hold the lightness of peace and the sublime display of infinite love.
When you leave, I feel a huge void in my heart.
I keep waiting for you again and again.
I am the one who will wait for you all your life today, tomorrow and forever:
I am your dog.
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12/02/2024

Due to the unseasonably cold temps at night recently, the water jug has frozen up, so we have pulled it. We are hoping for temps to get into the mid-20s and 30s again and we will get it back out there. Until then, you may want to bring a jug of water when you come to play.

We are also trying to brainstorm the camp toilet. It does have antifreeze in the rinse water but again, you may want to bring a jug with you. We’ll get it figured out shortly. Thanks for your patience and understanding. 🐶

11/30/2024

🩵🩵

Walk with me; don’t just walk me. Slow down and see the world as I do. I know you’ve got things to do, places to be. But out here, with the ground beneath our feet and the sky above us, there’s a whole world worth noticing.
The autumn chill is in the air today, crisp and full of new smells. It’s different from yesterday, and different from the day before. Every day is new. The leaves crunch under my paws, and I stop to breathe in the rich, earthy scent of them. To you, it might just be a pile of leaves, but to me, it’s a story—one I can’t help but dive into, nose first.
There’s a squirrel somewhere nearby, I can sense it, darting up a tree, its tiny heart beating fast. And the wind carries whispers of things far away: a family cooking dinner, the trace of a cat that passed by early this morning, and the faint perfume of flowers holding on to their last bit of summer. It’s all here, swirling around us if you just take the time to notice.
You tug on the leash, eager to move on, and I can tell you’re thinking about something far away from here. But when we walk, truly walk, you and I can be in this moment together. Feel the cool air brush against your skin, let it wake you up. Notice how the sun filters through the branches, casting shadows that dance on the pavement. Hear the crunch of the leaves beneath our steps, like a secret rhythm just for us.
To you, it might be just another walk, a daily routine to tick off the list. But for me, every step is an adventure. Each scent is a clue, each sound a piece of a puzzle. When you walk with me, really walk with me, you’ll see it too. The world is bigger than what we’re rushing toward. It’s right here, in the small moments, in the quiet spaces between your thoughts.
So, slow down. Breathe. Let the chill fill your lungs and the colours fill your eyes. Walk with me, don’t just walk me. See the world as I do, if only for a little while. It’s all waiting for you, just beneath the surface.

11/30/2024

WHAT'S THE BEST THING ABOUT LOVING YOUR DOG?
A few months after my dog ​​died, one of my best friends asked me, "What's the best thing about loving your dog?" I lit a cigarette I didn't intend to finish and stared at the leash still hanging by the door.

"It's how they make you feel alive," I said.

Not in the grand, exaggerated way people like to talk about. No fireworks, no revelations. Just the little things. The sound of their paws shuffling behind you, the way they press into your side when the world seems too much. They don't ask for too much. They don't complain or hurt you the way humans do. They just show up, every damn day, and remind you that even in the chaos of things, you're needed. You matter. You're enough.
And when they’re gone, that’s when you really understand. The house seems too big. The air feels too still. But you wouldn’t trade it. Not for a second. Because for a while, they gave you something you didn’t even know you were looking for, a reason to stay put. To keep going. To keep looking for more.
It’s the best thing. They make the world a little more bearable for the short time you share together. They make everything feel... a little less cold. And I’m still grateful for that.
Dogs are family. They deserve love

11/30/2024

Towels needed!!

11/25/2024

In addition to our website and page, you can also find Finger Lakes Dog Park on Sniffspot and the new DogPack app.

11/25/2024

I saw you gently weeping as you looked through photographs
You paused for just a moment at one that made you laugh.
But as you turned more pages the tears began to flow
You whispered that you missed me but I want you to know;
I softly licked those stinging tears that down your cheeks did fall
I want to help you understand I haven’t left at all.

On those days that you are overcome with sorrow, pain and grief
I rest my head upon your leg to offer some relief.
When you take our walking path I’ve seen you turn around
Because I know you surely heard my paws upon the ground.

At night while you are sleeping I snuggle at your side
You stroke my fur as you touch that place where I used to lie.
You said it’s just your heart playing tricks upon your mind
But rest assured I’m really there, my spirit’s left behind.

I know your heart is hurting; it’s like an open sore
You think my life has ended and you won’t see me anymore.
But for those of us bound tight by love, death is not the curtain call;
It’s really the eternal beginning that waits for us all
So, dear Master as you live your life I patiently await
For us to be together when you pass through Heaven’s gate.

by Sue Donnelly

11/25/2024

Snow is gone!
Time to play!

11/22/2024

It is a winter wonderland at the park today. Yes! We are open and the parking area is clear. But you may want to wear your snowsuit and galoshes.

11/21/2024

What is a Heart Dog?
A Heart Dog is not just a beloved pet; it’s a once-in-a-lifetime kind of love. It’s that four-legged friend who wiggles their way into the deepest chambers of your heart, leaving an imprint that time cannot fade. This bond is profound, built on a foundation of trust, understanding, and an unspoken language that only the two of you share.
The term has its roots in the profound connection between humans and dogs. It encapsulates the idea that some dogs don’t just occupy a space in our lives, they take residence in our hearts.
Each furry companion brings their own brand of joy, love, and companionship. While a Heart Dog holds a special place, all dogs are special, and it’s crucial not to compare or hold others to the same standard. All animals are different, so if you already have a Heart Dog, or have lost one, it is so important to recognize that there’s no need to try and replace or replicate that bond. Just honour it and respect it and love your other animals with your whole heart!

The Adored Beast Apothecary 🐶

Credit to unknown artist
Art sourced via Pinterest

11/15/2024

Just a reminder that Saturday, November 16, is the opening day of gun season. The most active times when you might hear gunshots are before 9am and after 4pm. The park is open every day, from 8am until dark.

11/15/2024

Lovely...

Walk with me; don’t just walk me. Slow down and see the world as I do. I know you’ve got things to do, places to be. But out here, with the ground beneath our feet and the sky above us, there’s a whole world worth noticing.

The autumn chill is in the air today, crisp and full of new smells. It’s different from yesterday, and different from the day before. Every day is new. The leaves crunch under my paws, and I stop to breathe in the rich, earthy scent of them. To you, it might just be a pile of leaves, but to me, it’s a story—one I can’t help but dive into, nose first.

There’s a squirrel somewhere nearby, I can sense it, darting up a tree, its tiny heart beating fast. And the wind carries whispers of things far away: a family cooking dinner, the trace of a cat that passed by early this morning, and the faint perfume of flowers holding on to their last bit of summer. It’s all here, swirling around us if you just take the time to notice.

You tug on the leash, eager to move on, and I can tell you’re thinking about something far away from here. But when we walk, truly walk, you and I can be in this moment together. Feel the cool air brush against your skin, let it wake you up. Notice how the sun filters through the branches, casting shadows that dance on the pavement. Hear the crunch of the leaves beneath our steps, like a secret rhythm just for us.

To you, it might be just another walk, a daily routine to tick off the list. But for me, every step is an adventure. Each scent is a clue, each sound a piece of a puzzle. When you walk with me, really walk with me, you’ll see it too. The world is bigger than what we’re rushing toward. It’s right here, in the small moments, in the quiet spaces between your thoughts.

So, slow down. Breathe. Let the chill fill your lungs and the colours fill your eyes. Walk with me, don’t just walk me. See the world as I do, if only for a little while. It’s all waiting for you, just beneath the surface.
Natalie P
2024
Picture created with AI
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11/15/2024

This company has such lovely posts and artwork on their FB site. Dogs World

This is a Dogs World :) Like our page, if you truly are a Dog Lover