[Adopted 6-11-2019 by Ord. No. O-2019-015]
A.
Notwithstanding the provisions of this chapter, licensed dogs are
permitted to run at large within the dog run off-leash area of Calabrese
Park, hereinafter known as "Dog Run Park," located in the Township
of Winslow.
B.
A person having possession, custody, control and/or ownership of
such dog shall at all times be present in the immediate area of dog
run off-leash area when such dog is running at large in the dog run
at Calabrese Park.
C.
The Township Administrator, subject to the approval of the governing
body by way of resolution, is hereby authorized to promulgate rules
and regulations for the conduct of dogs and dog owners at Dog Run
Park. The rules and regulations may be amended from time to time,
as necessary, upon approval by resolution of the governing body. Said
rules and regulations shall be posted and kept on file with the Director
of Public Works.[1]
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Editor's Note: The Dog Run Park Policy is included at the
end of this chapter.
D.
With the exception of the waiver of the leash requirement, persons
using the Dog Run Park shall be responsible for compliance with all
ordinances of the Township of Winslow, must maintain control of their
dog(s) at all times and shall be responsible for any damages or injury
to any person and/or property caused by the dog. Owners of dogs of
an aggressive nature shall refrain from using the facilities at Dog
Run Park.
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Dog Run Park Policy
[Adopted 6-11-2019 by Res. No. 2019-168]
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DOG RUN PARK AT PTLM. DANIEL CALABRESE PARK
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GENERAL GUIDELINES & RULES
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This is an “off-leash” dog park with inherent dangers;
for your own safety and the safety of dogs, please review these rules
before entering.
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Chapter 126 of the Township of Code outlines regulations regarding dogs. Failure to obey any of these codes may result in fines as provide for under this law.
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PLEASE BE RESPONSIBLE AND ADHERE TO THE FOLLOWING RULES:
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You are entering an area with unleashed dogs. Enter and use
at your own risk. Winslow Township is not liable for injuries to persons
or animals in the area.
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Dogs must be leashed in all other areas of the Calabrese Park
facility. There are no exceptions to this rule. If your dog is off-leash
and not in the designated area, you are in violation of the rules
and subject to ticketing and/or expulsion from the park. Owners must
carry a leash at all times, and all dogs must be leashed when preparing
the leave and once outside the dog run area.
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Use of this dog run is a privilege extended as a courtesy by
the Township of Winslow. Repeated abuse of this facility or the rules
associated with its use may be cause for the permanent removal of
this run as an off-leash area.
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Dog Behavior/Supervision
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1.
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Dogs must be supervised at all times by an owner/handler 18
years or older.
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2.
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Owner/handlers are responsible for their dog’s behavior
and any injuries which may be caused to other animals or persons.
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3.
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All dog bites must be reported to Winslow Township Animal Control,
609-567-0700 ext.1885, Winslow Township Police, 609-561-3300, or 911.
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Requirements of Owners/Handlers
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Appropriate behavior is expected at all times by all persons
who use the dog park.
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2.
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Children must be closely supervised by an adult at all times.
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3.
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Users must abide by all directions, orders and commands of any
Township official or officer.
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4.
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No glass bottles, human food, dog food or beverage containers
are permitted in gated area.
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5.
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Smoking, controlled substances, alcohol consumption, profanity,
recklessness, disruptive behavior, trespassing and vandalism are prohibited
and may be punishable by law and subject to fine.
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6.
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Dog owner/handlers must clean up after their dog(s).
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7.
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Use sanitary bags provided and trash receptacles for animal
waste; use recycling receptacles.
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8.
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Emergencies, injuries, accidents, and vandalism shall be reported
to Winslow Township Police Department, 609-561-3300, or 911.
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9.
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Unsafe conditions or damages should be reported to the Township
Department of Public Works at 609-567-0700 ext. 2.
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10.
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Owner/handler must fill in all holes dug by their dog.
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11.
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Agility equipment in the run area is for dogs only.
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Requirements for Dogs
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Dogs must wear a collar with a current license from their town
at all times while at the Dog Park. No choke or prong collars inside
the off-leash area.
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2.
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All inoculations must be up to date including proof of current
rabies and distemper combo (DHLPP).
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3.
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Dogs must be four months old.
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4.
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Males must be neutered.
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5.
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Females in heat are not permitted.
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6.
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Dogs must be leashed when in unfenced areas.
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7.
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Dogs displaying aggressive behavior must be removed by their
handler from the park immediately.
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8.
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Dogs that do not get along: the second dog to arrive must go
to a different fenced area of the park.
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9.
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Any dog that bites any person will not be permitted at the dog
park.
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10.
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Any food containers, play items, etc., brought to the park must
be removed from the park.
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11.
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Dogs must not be fed or given treats at the park.
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12.
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No sick dogs.
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