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Pacifica Organization Of Canine Helpers

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We are dedicated to improving our community by promoting the establishment and maintenance of a humane  off-leash dog park, where dogs and their guardians can play and socialize in a safe and segregated environment.

 

Our purpose is to unite, integrate and serve the needs of Pacifica community members, dog guardians and dog centric businesses by enabling a network of collaboration

 
To help get a dog park in Pacifica, please sign:

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We currently have approximately 2500 signatures.  Please Sign the growing list of supporters, so we may be able to encourage action.

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Meetings held @7:00 PM on the 2nd Tuesday of every month at:
 
EXTREME PIZZA 
5430 Coast Hwy
Pacifica - at Pedro Point
 Dogs and their guardians are welcomed
 
We also join the P4P meeting at St. Edmonds Church on the 4th Tuesday of every month at 7PM
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Our yahoo group can be found at:
 
 
Feel free to join!



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Come join us at the San Bruno dog park
June 21st, for a Summer Solstice celebration
Tail Gate party, dogs, people and fun.
Starts about noon until dark
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PET FOOD/SUPPLIES DRIVE
 
We are currently collecting pet food, pet toys, pet beds and pet supplies to give our local pets who are in need.  We are working with the Pacifica Resource Center.  Next time you come to our meeting or see one of our POOCH barrels, please donate some extra pet food or pet supply.  Thank you
 
A Pacifica dog in need is a POOCH indeed

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Our One Year Anniversary Party

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This is our recent Beach clean up day on March
 Saturday - March 15th.
 at Linda Mar State Beach
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Please come join our next event
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Pooch wear available with the Pooch logo (see logo at top of page) on the front and "Got Dog Park" on the back. 
 
Colors: white, ash, and black

t-shirts $25 (sizes sm to 6XL)
long sleeve shirts $30 (sizes sm to 4XL)
hooded sweatshirts $40 (sizes sm to 3XL)
zippered hoodies $45 (sizes sm to 3XL)
 
Please email us at pacificapooch@yahoo.com for more information on how to order your shirts.
 
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If you live with a dog, want a dog park, are involved in a dog related business or want to explore dog inclusive activities, please join us.

A dog park in Pacifica would benefit not only dogs and dog owners, but also the community at large. Some of the benefits include

For Dogs

1. Exercise. This is especially important when for any reason; the human cannot walk their dogs. Alternatively, when the sidewalks are icy and humans are
afraid they may fall. In addition, dogs will exercise more when they are
off-leash.
2. Socialization. A well-socialized dog is a better-behaved dog
around other dogs and people. They are less likely to be aggressive,
to bark a lot, or to participate in obsessive behaviors like digging.
3. Fun. Let's face it; it is much more fun to explore a park with
new sights, smells, dogs and people than it is to spend time in the
back yard. Again, troubling dog behaviors usually manifest themselves
when a dog is bored (digging, barking, etc.).
4. Safety. If a dog park is designed correctly and monitored
correctly, it provides a safe environment for humans and their pets to play
and exercise. Dangerous cars, cliffs, or other hazards can be avoided.

5. Dog behaviorist like Dr.Ian Dunbar, Dr. Jean Donaldson, Ceasar Millan and the list goes on, all agree dog  to dog off leash play is critical.


For People

1. It is fun to watch dogs interact.
2. Or better yet, humans can exercise with their dogs, walk the park
or play ball.
3. Enjoy the great outdoors.
4. You get to meet others dog lovers and share ideas regarding
training, dog products, and dog friendly activities.
5. The dog park provides an opportunity to train your dog in a
new, more challenging situation.

For The Community

1. Well-socialized dogs are friendlier dogs and this means fewer
dog attacks and less annoying behavior.
2. Parks designated for dogs keep other parks and beaches dog free.
3. Every dog parks should have a bulletin board where the Humane
Society can list the pets they have for adoption and promote
membership. Members of the dog park can also use this to post
information and announcements for fellow dog park users.
4. The ability to meet fellow dog lovers and to post information on
a dog park bulletin board might ensure that pets found new homes
BEFORE they were surrendered to a shelter. OR, it will help dogs
better fit into their homes because exercise and socialization
decrease destructive behaviors and owners are less likely to get rid
of their family pet.
5. A dog park would provide a place to hold dog friendly events; Bark in the Park, Agility Training, Canine College all in a safe,
dog-friendly environment.
6. An accessible dog park provides disabled and elderly people a
place to exercise their companions.
7. A dog park might tempt people off the Hwy who are traveling with
pets. Several travelers plan their  lunch/dinners breaks and overnights stays around the presence of dog-friendly
places.  This could mean more business to Pacifica 
8. Finally, a dog park promotes responsible pet ownership.
This benefits the dog, the dog owner, AND the whole community!

 



Pacifica Tribune 9/12/2007
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Here are some of our ideas for a great dog park.  Please come to our meetings and let us know what you think.
 
  • About one acre or more surrounded by a 4' to 6' fence.  Divided into two sections.  Double gate entry
  • Shade and water
  • Adequate drainage
  • Parking close to site
  • Covered garbage cans with regular trash removal
  • Pooper scooper stations
  • Benches
  • Wheel chair access
  • Safe location, not isolated
  • Regular maintenance
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