UNLEASHED
Off-leash Dog Park Design Trends & Planning Tips™
DOG PARK ADVOCACY GUIDE
Unleashed : Off-leash Dog Park Design Trends and Planning Tips
“ Bark parks keep individuals fit and active , increase their enjoyment of the outdoors , and help to increase connectivity among people living in the area .”
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The Unleashed guidebook helps communities effectively advocate for the many benefits of off-leash dog parks . Dog parks provide enjoyable ways to recreate and exercise for both dog owners and their dogs . They also create community destinations . Research shows there are many positive effects for individuals that own a dog ( s ); as well as health and social benefits of owning a dog , caring for it , and recreating outdoors with pets . In addition , design considerations and case study examples are outlined to effectively design a dog park and champion initiatives that provide meaningful outcomes supporting overall health and social benefits for the community .
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Pets are good for your health !
Love , companionship , and sloppy kisses are just a few of the reasons people own pets . In fact , pets have proven to be good for your health in many ways .
STRESS REDUCTION
Pet owners have less stress and recover more quickly from it .
HEART HEALTH
Studies show that people with pets have healthier heart rates and blood pressure .
WEIGHT MANAGEMENT
Dog owners are less likely to be obese , due to being more physically active when walking their pets .
CHOLESTEROL LEVEL
Studies show that owning a pet can decrease cholesterol , triglycerides , and blood pressure .
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