No Dog Park For Muscatine Analysis

Being a dog owner myself, I encourage all city officials to consider the development of dog parks for their residents. The ability to utilize a dog park in my local city has not only allowed my dog to maintain a healthy lifestyle, but it's also allowed me to enjoy the outdoors with my best friend, while creating new friends in the process. I find this type of recreation more enjoyable and healthy for all involved, as opposed to being stuck indoors trying to entertain or please a bored canine. Taking my dogs on regular trips to the dog park allows them to sleep better at night, encourages them behave well in social environments and also helps them maintain their weight and physicial appearance. I couldn't be more of an advocate for these facilities.
While reading the article "No Dog Park for Muscatine", the writer mentioned a few concerns that I couldn't disgree with more.
First, they mentioned the traffic congestion being an issue near any park that is built. Traffic should not be any more of an issue with a dog park than it would be with a park for children, a local coffee shop or movie theatre. This appeared to me as more of a grasp for straws in their argument rather than a legit concern for the community. Secondly, the writer mentioned the noise level a dog park would bring to the area. Not only would my argument with this issue coinside with my traffic statement, but most dog parks have listed hours of operations. The noise level should only be of concern during hours most residents are trying to sleep or turn in for the evening. Also, I feel most residents that would love to live near the new dog park, would be fellow dog owners that would enjoy the convenience of having the park so close to home. Most of these people would not be residents that would complain about the sound of
barking. Finally, the last point the writer made was in regards to the costs this project would bring upon the taxpayers. Most dog parks I've been to have monthly fees associated with the use of their facilites. This expense could easily be deterred by simply charging those that wish to use it a small monthly fee, which over time, could turn a profit for the city. This profit could then be used for other city needs or be put back into the park to maintain it's attractiveness and functionality. Living in an area that can offer a wide variety of activities for all its residents, not just non-pet owers, opens doors for such a diverse community. Most people today enjoy adding pets to their household. If they are anything like myself, I consider my dogs family. Dog parks offer a great way to bond with our four-legged family members and is a project I will always push for and support.