Upper Allen Dog Park Friends

06/24/2024

If you were contemplating submitting your name for the vacancy on the Dog Park Governance Committee -- Good news; we still need you!

Interested persons:
✅ must be a township resident
✅ have a dog registered at the park.

If interested in applying, please send a brief email 📨 to Chad Krebs, Director of Parks, at [email protected] with the following:
1. A little bit about yourself,
2. A little bit about your dog,
3. What skills or experience you wish to offer to the committee and to the dog park.
We look forward to hearing from you ASAP!

The next meeting is Wednesday, July 10th.

The committee meets quarterly on the second Wednesday of January, April, July, and October, plus the Annual Meeting the second Wednesday of March. Meetings are generally casual and not lengthy.

Thanks for considering; your dog will thank you for it! 🐕🐩🐾

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06/12/2024

Please spread the word not to park on the grass under the two oak shade trees. The church uses this area for youth activities. Thank you!

05/01/2024

Just a reminder to not let unregistered dogs into the park for a 'visit'. They may not be neutered or up top date on vaccinations. There is also a camera on the gate and you could be held responsible for any incident. We register our dogs for safety. It's not a 'membership'. It's a user or registration fee. All are welcome and info/forms are on the front gate o on the Township website www.UATwp.org. We currently have 294 registered dogs and it seems folks go on certain days and certain times so it's never over crowded. There is also a vacancy on the Dog Park Committee. It's four meetings a year of about an hour plus the annual meeting in March. The Park and recreation Advisory Board and ultimately the Township Board of Commissioners rely on this input. You can email the Director of Parks, Chad Krebs, at [email protected]. Just state why you're interested and what you could bring to the group. It's spring so we'll see you at the park!

04/01/2024

In an effort to promote inclusivity, cats are now invited! All registration rules still apply.

04/01/2024

There is a vacancy on the Upper Allen Dog Park Governance Committee.
The committee meets quarterly on the second Wednesday of January, April, July, and October, plus the Annual Meeting the second Wednesday of March.
Interested persons must be a township resident and have a dog registered at the park. If interested in applying, please send an email to Chad Krebs, Director of Parks, at [email protected] with the following:
1. A little bit about yourself,
2. A little bit about your dog,
3. Why you are interested in joining the committee, and
4. What skills or experience you could offer to the committee and to the dog park.
We look forward to hearing from you by April 8th!

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03/21/2024

The Annual Meeting was held Wednesday, March 13 with a nice turnout. We enjoyed seeing Amy Cook as she chaired her last meeting. Amy has been involved since the start almost ten years ago and has been Chairperson much of the time. Carmen Williams was selected as the new Chair. Input from attendees was passed along to the Parks Department. Open Houses are scheduled for April 20-21 and October 12-13. This is the opportunity for dog owners who are not sure if their pet would like a dog park environment to visit and see. Owners are reminded to not let unregistered dogs in if they are asked. This is for our pets' safety. Registration info is on the front gate and the Township web site. UATwp.org. Spring is here and we'll see you at the parks!

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03/14/2024

Together, we've made a difference at the UA dog park! I'm grateful to have been part of the dog park committee for the past 11 years and am humbled to see that our efforts have built a park that is loved by so many. As my final term comes to an end, it's time to pass the baton to Carmen Williams as the new chairperson. Let's keep the momentum going and inspire others to volunteer for open positions. If you are interested or just have questions about what’s involved, please send us a message!
See you at the park!

-Amy Cook

03/07/2024

Reminder! The annual meeting of the Upper Allen Dog Park at Daybreak is Wednesday, March 13th at 6:30 p.m. If you enjoy the park, come show your support. If you wish for improvements, come share your ideas. We welcome your input. 🐩🐕‍🦺🦮🐕

12/19/2023

CONSTRUCTION ALERT!
This Friday, December 22, the fence will be adjusted to relocate the small dog section to the center fenced area. The LEFT AND CENTER sections will be CLOSED Friday for just the one day if all goes well. Please be cautious in using the open section of the park during this time and make good choices for yourselves and your pets.

11/06/2023

Good news! County Treasurer Kelly Neiderer has had posters printed with a QR for direct access to the County to get your Dog Licenses. I have posted posters on the gate and in the front info box to scan. Thanks Kelly, for the great follow through after meeting us at the Dog park booth at Fall festival!

09/30/2023

We had a great time meeting so many friends of dogs — and a quite a few dogs — on Friday evening at the Upper Allen Township Fall Festival. Thanks for visiting our booth! Prize winners of the drawing will be notified by Tuesday. 🐾

09/06/2023

Did someone leave a backpack at the DP with a water bowl, some toys and treats? (please don't bring treats into the park) If it's yours, the Parks department picked it up for you and you can contact the Township to get it.

07/18/2023

Great info! If you're just visiting this site and are not a registered dog owner, please be aware of several things. This is an Upper Allen Township public park provided in close cooperation with the Daybreak Church. It does require you to register your dog with a form requiring a vets signature. This verifies that your dog is up to date on vaccinations and is neutered. It is NOT a membership. It IS a method to ensure the safety our of pets. The park was initiated by the Township Park and Recreation Advisory Board almost nine years ago and achieved with the support and funding of the Twp Board of Commissioners, a grant from Ralston Purina, and the wonderful partnership with the Daybreak Church. Detailed information and a registration form are available on the Upper Allen Township website Under the Dog Park. we suggest you review the rules, which are fairly standard around the country, It may be helpful to also look at the behavior information. Dog parks are not for every dog but for the many who participate, the dog socialization AND especially the 'parent' interaction is highly enjoyable. Several "Open House" days are provided to allow folks to experience the park with their pets without prior registration. Keep an eye on this FB page for announcements. There will be a weekend this fall.

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07/13/2023

It was great to see so many dogs and their humans at the park this evening for the 5th Anniversary Social. Special thanks to committee members who donated door prizes, frozen dog treats, biscuits, and lemonade! Prize winners were: Stewart Krevolin, Kate Shirk, Maureen Ross, and Matt Klos.

07/11/2023

🐕🐩🐕‍🦺OPEN HOUSE - July 12
The gate will be unlocked on Wednesday, 4 to 8 p.m.
Please note: Visitors must follow all park rules, available at https://uatwp.org/parks/ua-dog-park-at-daybreak/

The Upper Allen Township Board of Commissioners are pleased to provide the Township’s first dog park! In the spring of 2016, the Township released the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan. Information from resident surveys indicated a strong desire for a community dog park. In response, the Park ...

07/10/2023

Here's your reminder about Wednesday evening's special fun at the Dog Park!

In addition to the social hour of 7-8 pm, there will be an OPEN HOUSE for unregistered dogs and owners from 4 pm to dusk.

Open House visitors: Please be prepared to follow park rules and behavior guidelines, available at uatwp.org/parks. Thank you and enjoy!

07/01/2023

Happy July! Mark your calendar for Wednesday the 12th and bring your dog for a casual celebration of the dog park's 5th year!🦴🐩

06/28/2023

Save the date for the July 12th Open House event at the dog park. Invite your friends! More details to come!

06/15/2023

If you are at Jubilee Day today be sure to stop by the Purina tent, grab a treat & tell them thank you for all their support of our dog park!

04/21/2023

It’s an Open House weekend and the park is open! Come on out for a visit!

04/15/2023

Open House! This year's spring Open House will be next weekend, April 22 and 23. This is one of several opportunities to bring a dog to the park before going through the registration process and paying the small registration fee. Not every pet enjoys the dog park experience. The gates will be unlocked for the weekend. Information on the park and registration may be found on the Township's website. www.uatwp.org

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08/03/2022

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07/05/2022

Bad news… damage had been reported to the park gate and has been reported to the police. The gate area has cameras and police will be investigating. If anyone has any information please contact the township. Would like to figure out the timeline of when this happened.

07/01/2022

Thanks for coming to the open house! 4 big years of dog park fun that went by in a flash! We love our park & are glad you do too!

06/14/2022

🐾OPEN HOUSE🐾
In celebration of the 4th anniversary of the dog park!
Mark your calendar to attend and invite a friend who wants their dog to experience the off leash park before registering. 🐕🐩🐕‍🦺