UPDATE from Buncombe County:
Due to a wet forecast and pawsitively muddy conditions, the grand opening pawty at the County’s newest (and first County-run) dog park at the Buncombe County Sports Park has been postponed until Friday, April 22, from 2-3 p.m.
Even with the date change, Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office Therapy K9 Deputy Kora will be there to raise the woof, spread the puppy love, and give high-paws to everyone who comes out. Bring your furiends and help us spread the bark-worthy news that the BCSP Dog Park is open for business.
What: BCSP Dog Park Grand Opening Pawty and K9 Kora Meet & Greet
Where: Buncombe County Sports Park Dog Park, 58 Apac Circle, Asheville, NC
When: Friday, April 22, 2-3 p.m.
Press release from Buncombe County:
Buncombe County has some pawsitively great news to share! The public is invited to a grand opening pawty at the County’s newest (and first County-run) dog park at the Buncombe County Sports Park on Thursday, April 14, from 1-2 p.m.
Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office Therapy K9 Deputy Kora will be there to raise the woof, spread the puppy love, and give high-paws to everyone who comes out. Bring your furiends and help us spread the bark-worthy news that the BCSP Dog Park is open for business.
What: BCSP Dog Park K9 Kora Meet & Greet
Where: Buncombe County Sports Park Dog Park, 58 Apac Circle, Asheville, NC
When: Thursday, April 14, 1-2 p.m.
Dog park rules and drools
Dogs must be:
- On a leash at all times until safely in the fenced-in dog park area
- Vaccinated and in good health
- At least four months old to enter
- Wearing a collar with ID tags
- Under voice control of their human and not aggressive
Humans must:
- Be with dogs at all times
- Remove dogs at first sign of aggression
- Pick up poop and dispose of it in receptacles provided
- Be liable for any and all injuries caused by their dogs
Not Allowed:
- Pronged, spike, or choke collars
- Aggressive dogs, aggressive humans, or dogs in heat
- Unsupervised children 12 years of age or younger
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