A PETITION bearing the signatures of 469 Armadale dog lovers wanting a fenced area to exercise their furry friends was submitted to Armadale council on Monday .
Their request came after Armadale MLA Tony Buti pledged $40,000 for fencing and equipment for a dog exercise area at John Dunn Sporting Reserve in Kelmscott.
Desiring a fully fenced, off-leash dog park larger than half a hectare – to fit in multiple dogs and an obstacle course – the petitioners argued a designated dog area would allow for controlled and safe activities benefitting all members of the community.
They submitted a dog park would avoid unwanted dog and human – and dog and dog – interactions, increase opportunities for residents to mingle and could be used to promote responsible dog ownership.
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READ NOWThe petition asked for two separate areas to accommodate small and big dogs in addition to adequate shade, water points, seating, public amenities, suitable parking and a children’s play area.
A residential buffer to avoid affecting surrounding households was recommended.
Council referred the matter to its Technical Services Committee for further investigation.