3 Winter Seminars to help make 2015 the "Year of the Dog"

Conneaut Lake Bark Park will again offer educational seminars for dog owners.  Seminars are open to the public and are held at the Dog House at the Bark Park.  Seminars give the pet owner an opportunity to better understand the commitment and responsibility of owning a dog.  Information about the seminars in January, February and March is listed below.  Because of limited space, pre-registration is required. Seminars are held on the Bark Park property at the new Dog House. To register call the Dog House at 814-382-2267, or Sue at 814-382-2478 or email petcem23@windstream.net. All Bark Park seminars are open to the public

Popular Doggie Massage Seminar Returns January 17th

The first Bark Park seminar for 2015 will be held on Saturday, January 17th , and is entitled Doggie Massage. This seminar is appropriate for pets of all ages. Pet massage promotes socialization, trust and bonding between the owner and the dog. Pup-pies learn owners can touch all parts of the body in a gentle way. Older pets often benefit from the relaxation and muscle warming. Athletic pets can enjoy a sports massage before and after exercise. The sessions will be given by Carol Redlawski from Erie. There will be two identical sessions, each 1 ½ hour long, one beginning at 9:00 am and the other at 10:30 am. Each session is limited to 10 participants with their dog. The cost for the seminar is $9.00 and includes coffee and donuts with lots of fun and laughter. Dogs are definitely invited to attend this seminar.

Dogs 101, Bark Park Seminar February 28^th

The seminar offers a great opportunity for the dog owner to find out answers to those puzzling problems on dog ownership.  Topics will include curbing bad doggie behavior, crate issues, behavior warning signs, proper play, leash aggression, socializing your dog, and most any other questions presented by those in attendance.  This is a two hour seminar, 9:00 am – 11:00 am. and will be held at the Dog House at the Bark Park on Foust Road.   The cost is $9.00 and includes plenty of coffee and donuts.  

First Aid for Dogs, a Practical Approach, March 21st

First Aid for Dogs, a basic first aid class for dog owners, will be held at the Bark Park on Saturday, March 21^st, from 9:00 am  – 12:00.  Coffee and donuts will be provided.  This class will give the dog owner some basic information on dealing with various medical emergencies including CPR, bleeding, poisoning, respiration, pulse, temperature, etc.  Class participants will receive the Dog First Aid Book which includes a reference guide and CD.  Cost of the class which includes the book is $28.00  and will be taught by an American Red Cross instructor but will not include certification for participants. 

One Year Anniversary at the Dog House

Celebrating our first Year!  

It seems impossible that a whole year has passed.  Looking through all the photos from our page on Facebook reminded us of how much fun we've had.  What a wonderful thing to meet so many great dogs and their humans.  It is our honor to have a small part in your lives.

Come Check out Lure Coursing at the Bark Park

Bark Park Lure Coursing Fun Day 

If your dog loves to run and chase, lure coursing may be the perfect sport.  To find out, come to our fun day sponsored by the Akron/Canton Terrier Club on Sunday June 22nd starting at 9am. For more event details visit the event on our website or the  Event flyer.

Find the Akron/ Canton Terrier Club on Facebook






Lure coursing began as a humane alternative to live game coursing in which dogs hunted live animals, like rabbits, by sight and not by scent.  In present day lure coursing, dogs chase an artificial lure pulled by a mechanical pulley around a course designed to mimic the zig zag movement of a fleeing rabbit.

Bark Park Membership Reminders

Bark Park Membership Reminders    

                                                April 2014

1.      It is very important for all pet owners to be sure your dog’s health requirements for the Bark Park are up to date. Pay particular attention to bordatella, and the required fecal.  For your convenience, you can have your vet fax the health information update to 814-382-2267.

2.     We are presently having trouble with the water line to the field area.  There is water in a 5 gallon container by the water pump and there is water at the end of the asphalt area near the picnic tables at the dog house.

3.     If you are considering having your dog in day care, check with Melanie and complete a temperament screening for day care.  Then, you will be able to use the facility at any time.  All Bark Park membership renewals for 3 months or longer qualify for one free day at doggie day care. 

4.     If you use coupons, coupons can be placed in a basket in the trailer.  We have added a 25 visit coupon book for $85.00, good for one year from time of purchase.

5.     There is pop, water, chips, and crackers available for purchase in the trailer.  Just leave the money in the dog dish.

6.     Use the Bark Park for your dog’s birthday party.  Call us for details.

7.      There are 10 different membership options and special discounts available at the Bark Park.  Check out the April newsletter found on the website or call and let us help you find the membership program that is best for you.

8.     Red Barn Gallery will open on Saturdays and Sundays beginning May 3^rd.  Be sure to check it out.

9.     After dock diving, stop at the laundra-mutt, bring your own towels, and  just rinse off your dog for $3.00.  Use all services including shampoo, dryer, and our towels for a flat rate of $6.00.

Membership information can be found on our website!  Click here.

If you have any suggestions, comments, questions or concerns, please let us know.  We want Conneaut Lake Bark Park to be the very best dog park for members and their canine companions.

Extended Hours for Doggie Day Care and Pet Sitting Now at the Bark Park

Extended Hours for Doggie Day Care and Pet Sitting Now at the Bark Park

As of April 1^st, Conneaut Lake Bark Park has extended its Doggie Day Care program to include Saturdays from 7am – 9 pm and  Sunday  from 9am – 5pm.  Weekdays remain available from 7am – 7pm.  Doggie day care can provide an alternative to pet owners who like to spend extended hours participating in various spring and summer activities including boating, swimming, golfing, taking a short day trip, etc.  Instead of stopping activities to go home and let the dog out, simply drop off the dog in the morning and pick them up in the early evening. And, there is no need to worry about the family dog left at home alone, confined, crated or roaming free through-out the house.  When friends travelling with dogs come to visit, don’t  worry about leaving all of the dogs together to rough house or get into trouble Just drop off any or all of the dogs at doggie day care. Contact Melanie, the Dog House/Bark Park Manager at 814-382-2267 and make arrangements for a worry free summer when friends and relatives are visiting or you are enjoying a relaxing day at the lake.

Pet sitting is another alternative caring program for your pet?  Pet sitting allows the dog (or cat) to stay in a familiar setting and have someone stop by the home and take care of them during the time their owner is away at work or when the dog needs special care when the owner is not available.  Most pet sitting services are scheduled  between 7 am in the morning until  9 pm in the evening but some pet sitting services can include staying overnight in the pet owner’s home. For some pets and especially the older/geriatric pet, moving out of the house to an unfamiliar setting such as a boarding kennel or a doggie day care facility can be traumatic. Before making any arrangements for your pet, be sure to consider all of the possibilities, including cost, convenience, services available and most importantly, the individual needs of the dog. The Bark Park is now offering pet sitting services designed especially for the comfort of your dog.  Call the Dog House at 814-382-2267 to make the necessary arrangements.

Our Happy Dogs!

Hi there, Maria here.  I help out the Bark Park by posting to the page on Facebook and monitoring the Instagram hashtag #clbarkpark.  I also stop by on occasion to snap some photos when a play group gets together.  Here are some photos from May/June 

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One Week Membership Free Offer!

Find out more about the Conneaut Lake Bark Park at our website!  http://www.conneautlakebarkpark.com
and Like us on Facebook!

The Importance of Socializing Your Dog: Dogs Need Friends, Too

Copper & Henry at the
Conneaut Lake Bark Park 2012

Dogs need continued socialization throughout their lives.  Many dog owners, by attending training classes,  have taken the first step in socializing their dogs.  

With the Conneaut Lake Bark Park, owners have an opportunity to continue to provide opportunities for their dogs to socialize and play with other dogs of similar temperament and size, while providing a place where their canine companion can participate and play safely with other dogs. 

Conneaut Lake Bark Park Play Groups 

The Bark Park will work with pet owners and attempt to find groups of dogs that can play together.  The Bark Park encourages all owners to consider bringing their dog to the bark park and joining a play group. 

 At present we have a group that meets during the morning hours and another group that primarily meets in the late afternoon or week-ends.  Both of these groups regularly using the bark park have been the larger and sometimes the “crazier” dogs.  Dogs of all sizes and breeds can definitely benefit from regular play time with dogs of similar size and temperament. 

The Bark Park would like to work with all dog owners from puppies to older dogs to establish group play times at the park.  For more information about our Play Groups, contact Sue Anderson at petcem23@windstream.net

Need some help understanding how to socialize your dog?

Local Dog Trainer, Katara Peters, offers Puppy through Advanced Obedience Training.  Katara also  assists in Temperament Testing at the Bark Park.  We encourage you to enroll your dog in an obedience class in your area.  Interested in talking to Katara?  You can contact her at groovypooch@windstream.net.

Here are some helpful links:

• Socializing the Adult Dog
• Continuing Socialization for the Adolescent Dog
• Are They Having a Good Time
• Before You Go to the Dog Park

We welcome you and your dog to Come, Sit, Stay! at the Conneaut Lake Bark Park very soon!  Check out our 2012 Dog Friendly Events at our website http://www.conneautlakebarkpark.com/events.html.

~Sue Anderson