(Editor's note: Today's entry comes from Alain Ferry, founder of BostonDog and Boston Petpal. He has sent us a great summary of upcoming events that are important to Boston dog families. If you can only do one thing, make sure your voice is heard at the city council hearing. If you can't make the hearing, email your city councilor and all the at-large councilors. Links to their contact information is below in details.)
Getting Together for Common Interests
by Alain Ferry
There's a lot of activity over the next few days (especially Tuesday) for dog owners.
Saturday, October 25th, 3:00pm
BostonDOG Poop Patrol
Meet us at Four Preppy Paws on Charles Street for a quick stroll through the neighborhood to scoop "orphan poop," followed by pizza and drinks back at the store. Your dogs are welcome to attend!
Monday, October 27th, 7:00pm
BostonDOG DRS Planning Committee
If you're interested in having a dog park in Boston Common, this meeting is for you. We'll review our latest DRS plans and prepare a statement to be read at the 10/28 public meeting (see below.) Meeting at Four Preppy Paws on Charles Street.
Tuesday, October 28th, 6:00pm
Public meeting to address dogs in parks
City Councilor Bill Linehan "wants to try and change the culture of dog owners" and has called for a special meeting to discuss the growing problem of dogs running free in city parks. Due to several other important events on Tuesday evening, many of us plan to arrive early and leave by 7:00pm. Meeting in the Ianella Chamber at City Hall.
Tuesday, October 28th, 6:30pm-10:00pm
'Tails for Tails - Fundraiser for Ronan Park DRS
Join us at the Ashmont Grill (555 Talbot Ave., Dorchester) to celebrate with the Friends of Ronan Park as they embark on the creation of Boston's 2nd official dog recreation space. There will be good food & drink, games, prizes and a silent auction... with all proceeds going towards the DRS. Tickets can be purchased at www.friendsofronanpark.org
Tuesday, October 28th, 7:00pm
Four Preppy Paws Annual Halloween Party
It's that time of year... Hill House is playing host to a spooky, scary Halloween party. There will be a doggie costume contest, portraits, behaviorist and games. This is a great event to attend before heading over to the Ashmont Grill for the Tails for Tails fundraiser.
Details:
City council contact information:
http://www.cityofboston.gov/CITYCOUNCIL/
BostonDOG
www.bostondog.org
