*Memorial Day Weekend *BASH* @ Findlay, OHIO Bark Park ~ *SUNDAY* MAY 28, 2006 ~ [Archive]

Cinder & Smoke

02-04-2006, 12:51 AM

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Lissin UP, FirKids!!

Tell yur Folks ~ Mark the Calendars! ~ PLAN Ahead!!

We're DOin it Again! ~
Anudder *BIG* Pet Talk Gathurin!

Where? ~ Da Bark Park at FINDLAY, OHIO

When? ~ Memorial Day Weekend ~ ** SUNDAY **
The LAST SUNDAY in May ~
SUNDAY ~ May 28, 2006

Note: This is a 3-Day weekend - Saturday, Sunday,
and the Holiday is celebrated on Monday.

Time? First Arrivals can be 10AM or even earlier...
the Real Crowd starts forming between
11AM and Noon...
The DieHards stay till almost Dark.

What Goes On? ~ A REEL GUD TYME!!!! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/biggrin.gif

Dawgs ~ Playin, Chasin, Rasslin, Runnin,
Jumpin, Eatin TREETS!!

Hoomins ~ Talkin, Socializin, Jabberin, Yappin,
Swappin Dawg Tails, EATIN GUD Food,
takin Photos, an Havin a GREAT Tyme!! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/biggrin.gif

Who Should Come? **Ebberbuddie**
Grab yur Dawgs (some folks even bring da KAT! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/tongue.gif ),
load up some Treets & Grub, and motor on over!

We'll post some maps & directions later...
for now all ya need to know is
we meet in Findlay, Ohio -
which is on InterState 75,
in the North West corner of Ohio.

Y'all BEE THERE!! ~ SUNDAY ~ MAY 28

We're gonna have sum *Phunn*!! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/biggrin.gif

PS:
No Dawg?? ~ NO Problem - we alluz have "Extra Dawgs"!
We can "loan" ya a Dawg fur the Day!

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Cinder & Smoke

02-04-2006, 01:14 AM

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For the Newer Pet Talkers, and anyone else who hasn't seen the
sometimes "lengthy" posts devoted to Planning these Events,
and the always enjoyable "Reports" (complete with extensive
Photo Coverage) of the Events ~

Here's a capsule summary of What Goes On:

We "Gather" at the very nice Hancock County Park District "Dog Park" in the
north-western corner of OHIO.
Facilities include:

* A 2-acre fully fenced OFF-leash Dog Park - with picnic tables, running water,
a few shade trees, grass, a lil mud, a collection of toys & balls -
a fine place to let a Friendly Pooch *romp* with other dogs.

* And 100 feet away ~ An enclosed (on two sides) Covered Picnic Pavilion
with concrete floor, picnic tables to seat 90 or so, electrical outlets,
2 charcoal grills - and enough Food & Covered Dishes to feed a mid-sized army!
(We NEVER go away hungry!!)
We Reserve and Rent the Pavilion - so there's no risk of it being "occupied"
by anyone except our Pet Talk Gang.

* Within 500 feet - there are two CLEAN Rest Rooms ~ OK, they don't *flush* -
but they ARE "clean", have concrete floors, and locking doors!

* A large, paved parking lot is within sight of the Dog Park and Pavilion.

* Many wooded Trails through the beautiful Park are available, but most
Folks hang with the Gang in the Dog Park or at the Pavilion.

* Food is casual / picnic stuff - everyone brings a lil extra to share - and as
said before - ya won't be hungry when you leave!

We can't stress enough that EVERYone is More than Welcome!!
We were all "strangers" when we came to our "first one" - and most everyone
who has been to one keeps coming back!

About the only "REQUIREMENT" is that the DOGS have to be "Registered"
to enter the Dog Park area.
Not a "big deal" - but it's da LAW!
If anyone is coming that has dogs that aren't "Registered" with Hancock PARKS -
it costs $10 - for up to THREE Dogs - and is good for the entire year.
PM me at "Cinder & Smoke" and I'll fill you in on the Registration procedures -
allow about 10 days to send for and receive your Permit.

If you're still "not sure" -
take a look at some of out Past Gathurins in these threads >>>

Last Spring's Memorial Day Gathurin - May 29, 2005 >>>
http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?t=77616&page=1&pp=10

Fall (2004) Findlay Meeting (http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?s=&threadid=59879&highlight=Findlay)

Labor Day (2004) Gathurin (http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?s=&threadid=55388&highlight=Findlay)

Memorial Day (2004) at Findlay (http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?s=&threadid=48146&highlight=Findlay)

Memorial Day (2003) Gathurin (http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?s=&threadid=25713)

As you can see - we've been "Doing these Gathurings" for several years -
and "The Gang" keeps getting bigger -
so <YOU> will Fit Right IN!!

Please meet us in Findlay on May 28th!!

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cyber-sibes

02-04-2006, 07:59 AM

;) We'll be there! There's a few more Ohioans on PT that haven't been able to make the last couple. Hope they can make it too!

k9krazee

02-04-2006, 03:16 PM

I've been waiting for this thread :p I really, really, really want to come, hopefully I will be able to convince my parents!!

Karen

02-04-2006, 03:29 PM

We're planning on being there! :) If that gives you any more ammunition to convince your parents, you can say you're gonna meet the people who started this whole site!

zippy-kat

02-04-2006, 05:05 PM

I'm going to try really, really hard to go to one this year. However, it will probably be at a later date (Labor Day or some other time in the Fall).

I'm not quite sure I'll actually be able to make it ... but will definitely try.
IF I stay at the same job, I'll have a new boss to contend with.
IF I change jobs (cross your fingers, please), I'll have to see what their vacation, etc. policy is.
And either way, I'll have to see how fat (right now it's anorexic :o ) the pocketbook is.

Hope you guys have a ton of fun! :D Don't forget the cameras!!

Kfamr

02-04-2006, 05:31 PM

I'll talk to my dad... can we bunk with anyone if we do come? :p

shais_mom

02-07-2006, 11:24 PM

I'll try to make it sometime - that's my weekend to work and my holiday so I am on for 3 - 12 hour shifts...

ramanth

02-08-2006, 08:33 AM

Calendar is marked. :)

lv4dogs

02-08-2006, 08:41 AM

Yay, I've been waiting for this thread. I've been wanting to come for years & this is my year!

Kaige will probably be the only dog I bring though. Nanook is just too old & Raustyk is sometimes not dog friendly.

If anyone has a room open or is interested in sharing a hotel room or camping site let me know.

k9krazee

02-08-2006, 02:25 PM

Hey Kimmy, wanna car pool? :p ;) Just kidding...

I've been talking to my parents and its a huge maybe :( I will keep trying!!!

(edit) And I would love to camp! waa, I want to go!!

Kfamr

02-08-2006, 02:55 PM

If anyone has a room open or is interested in sharing a hotel room or camping site let me know.

You know what... I'll talk to my dad about this one. If we go again I'd love to camp. We usually borrow my boss' pop-up camper that has 3 beds in it. As long as you think Kaige would be okay in canvas walls.

I'll probably only bring Kiara and Nala or just Kiara. Simba really doesn't enjoy the dog park anymore.

lv4dogs

02-08-2006, 03:59 PM

You know what... I'll talk to my dad about this one. If we go again I'd love to camp. We usually borrow my boss' pop-up camper that has 3 beds in it. As long as you think Kaige would be okay in canvas walls.

I'll probably only bring Kiara and Nala or just Kiara. Simba really doesn't enjoy the dog park anymore.

Thats fine, I would probably stay in my tent as I am not sure how kaige would do w/ canvas walls. I am almost sure he would be fine but If I camp I'll be crating him just in case. We could at least share a site though.

Cinder & Smoke

02-08-2006, 08:06 PM

How do we go about registering for the dog park?

Here are *links* to two Hancock Parks District web pages;

The first link has a brief "Tail" about the Dog Park in the
Area #9 Write-Up - which covers the Riverbend Recreation Area. >>>

http://www.hancockparks.com/parks.htm (http://www.hancockparks.com/parks.htm)

And here is the *link* to see and PRINT the
Dog Park Yearly Permit Application >>>

http://www.hancockparks.com/dogpark-app.pdf (http://www.hancockparks.com/dogpark-app.pdf)

NOTE: You Must Have "Adobe Acrobat Reader" installed on
your 'puter to Load & See this .pdf file...
If you don't have Adobe Reader -
I guess PM Me at "Cinder & Smoke" and we'll get you a form.

Note 2: The Application is TWO Pages long -
be SURE to Print Page 1 AND Page 2;
Page 2 is a WAIVER that Must Be Signed & Returned -
and is at the Very BOTTOM of page 2. http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

What you need to SEND IN with the Application is >>

1) CHECK made out to Hancock Parks Foundation with
Memo to: Dog Park Permit

2) COPY (originals won't be returned) of the Dog's
. . Annual Vaccination Record from the VET...
. . (A Copy of the Office Visit Receipt is fine if the SHOTS
. . are noted & has Vet's Name on it).
. . DATE needs to be within ONE Year of now.

3) COPY of RABIES Vaccination Receipt ...
. . DATE within 1 or 3 years - depending on the vaccine used;
. . Most Rabies Receipts show an EXPIRATION date for the shot -
. . Rabies Vacc must be "current" (not expired).

4) All Dogs must also be "Licensed" by the City, Town, County,
or State where you LIVE. Fido should be *wearing* his/her License.

Send it all to:
Hancock Parks District
Attn: Dog Permit
1424 East Main Cross Street
Findlay, OH 45840

Cost of $10 / year registers 1, 2 or 3 Dogs.
(From December 1 to December 31 of the Following Year)
You'll receive a Plastic Laminated "Permit Card" in the Mail -
BRING IT WITH you on visits -
they WILL be Checking Permits this year!!

A note about the "DATES" shown on your Receipts ~
Parks is "happy" if the Dates on the Vet & Rabies Receipts are
"Current" within the LAST 12 Months of when you send them in...
In other words; if Fido had his "Shots" anytime AFTER February, 2005 ~
he's Good to Go!

And a 3 year Rabies shot is good if it was given
AFTER February, 2003.

** Write DOWN the ZIP Code (45840) -
they forgot to put it anywhere ON the Application! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/rolleyes.gif

ANY Questions??
Post em or PM me. http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

/s/ Phred

cyber-sibes

02-09-2006, 12:27 AM

potential campers - I will make a couple calls tomorrow & see what's around here. The park has "primitive" tent camping only, but there's an rv campsite that I think is close by listed in the phonebook...

.sarah

02-09-2006, 02:11 AM

I'm interested!

Does anyone know about how much it would cost to drive from North Florida (Tallahassee) to Findlay and stay up there? Just an estimate ... I have lots of money saved up but I don't want to spend a bunch of it. :p And if I can't come there's always next year.

Sue - I'm interested in camping also, so if I come, count me in!

Karen

02-09-2006, 04:51 AM

ramanth

02-09-2006, 09:52 AM

Hey Kimmy, wanna car pool? :p ;) Just kidding...

I've been talking to my parents and its a huge maybe :( I will keep trying!!!

(edit) And I would love to camp! waa, I want to go!!
We love to carpool. Before Leslie moved, we'd all ride down together. Since she moved, we've been the only Michiganders to head down. :)

If your parents want to call or email me, let me know.

.sarah

02-09-2006, 01:50 PM

Send a PM to Kay (Kfamr), as she and her Dad have done that a couple times!
Thanks! :)

shais_mom

02-09-2006, 10:29 PM

and Sarah - there are going to be more meetings thru out the summer :)

.sarah

02-09-2006, 10:31 PM

and Sarah - there are going to be more meetings thru out the summer :)
Really? Are they as large of a gathering as this one? I want to meet a bunch of people if I'm going to drive that far :p

shais_mom

02-09-2006, 11:08 PM

usually Labor day and Memorial day are the big ones and the one that we might have in the middle around July is a smaller group. :)

.sarah

02-09-2006, 11:18 PM

Labor Day? Hmm ... that might be better. I'll talk to my parents about all three dates though, and between them I should be able to come to one of them! :D

shais_mom

02-09-2006, 11:21 PM

:) good
if I had a bigger place I'd offer ya a room but my house is only one bedroom and full up with one dog and 2 cats - :(
but we can definately find you some reasonable rated hotels in the Findlay area.

.sarah

02-10-2006, 02:36 AM

My mom said yes up until she saw the map. I had told her that it took Kay 16 hours to get there and she was fine with that, but for some reason looking at the map made her say no :confused: She said the Labor Day meeting is a definite possibility, but not this one. Ah well, I'll meet y'all some day! ;)

Karen

02-10-2006, 09:11 AM

Oh well! We only drive out for one each year, because it is such a long drive for us as well, but maybe we'll meet you some other year, Sarah!

Kfamr

02-10-2006, 05:54 PM

Do you think your parents would be okay with you driving out with us, after we meet in April? We could split costs that way and it'd be a lot cheaper for the both of us.

I *think* we spend atleast $300+ on gas - however we have a big truck.

slleipnir

02-10-2006, 09:45 PM

I will seriously consider this. I really want to go, but it depends if I can get my mom to come and drive with me...which also depends on if we have jobs lol

.sarah

02-11-2006, 05:55 AM

RobiLee

02-11-2006, 07:10 PM

Tori and I will be there for sure! Can't wait :D

lv4dogs

02-16-2006, 10:14 AM

Just curious about food.
I assume thats decided upon closer to the date?
It says to bring a little extra, does that mean to bring a full meal with a little extra to share or just a dish to pass?

And for the dogs, Are they any dogs going that have certain food allergies? (I am not saying why). lol

Well I am off to read about the appliation for the dog park. (does little happy dance)

anna_66

02-16-2006, 10:50 AM

I guess I should look at Meetings more often :o

I hope all of you are able to come,that would be so awesome!

Of course, we will be there:D

And as to your food question, everyone usually brings a dish (or chips, pop or something like that). But since your coming from out of state we sure don't expect you to cook anything! Just bring whatever your able to.

Kfamr

02-16-2006, 01:00 PM

Well I am off to read about the appliation for the dog park. (does little happy dance)

I think Kia (ramanth's girl) is allergic to poultry...

I'm still working on my dad...

sandragonfly

02-16-2006, 08:29 PM

I'm sooo lucky, my school finishes on the 26th! wheew. so, I (& crayola) hope to be there - will be my first big east gathering. :D

I'm (crayola also!) very flexible with carpooling, hotelpooling, etc. if anything works out.

karen & paul, will you be passing us, me & lvdogs? if so, maybe we can carpool! *does little happy dance* :p :cool: where do you plan to stay at anyway? I remember you had to have a computer at hotel last year.. :D

mmm, any of you know ASL? (america sign language or at least some fingerspellings?)

Kfamr

02-16-2006, 08:57 PM

Gina, All I know is how to spell my name and say "My Pleasure."

There is a hearing impaired couple who use ASL and it is our company policy to say "My Pleasure" after a customer thanks us - the husband can hear quite a bit and read lips well, so he tells us thank you and everything - We learned how to say "My Pleasure" in finger spellings just for them. :)

ramanth

02-17-2006, 08:54 AM

I think Kia (ramanth's girl) is allergic to poultry...
Thanks for thinking of us. :)

Kia's allergy is either to beef, chicken, or both. We've never been able to nail it down.

But treats now and then containing those products are okay. I primarily buy her lamb or peanut butter treats but the real small soft chicken and beef treats are great for training.

So even I boo boo. :o

.sarah

02-21-2006, 12:28 PM

I'm not sure if I'm able to come now, I may not be able to afford it with the new puppy. I'll know when the time gets closer.

lv4dogs

02-27-2006, 09:45 AM

For those that missed my thread I started, Kaige will celebrate his first birthday at the meeting. His birthday is on Memorial Day, but we can celebrate a day early can't we?

Karen

02-27-2006, 10:10 AM

Well, just another reason to party! Anna's Roxy had a birthday cake last time that she shared with all of us - dogs and humans alike!

lv4dogs

02-27-2006, 11:14 AM

Well, just another reason to party! Anna's Roxy had a birthday cake last time that she shared with all of us - dogs and humans alike!

Wow, a dog/human cake. How neat. I wonder when Roxy's b-day is? We can have a triple celebration! ;)

cyber-sibes

02-27-2006, 04:41 PM

For those that missed my thread I started, Kaige will celebrate his first birthday at the meeting. His birthday is on Memorial Day, but we can celebrate a day early can't we?
My goodness! A year old already? That will be fun!

.sarah

02-27-2006, 05:17 PM

Karen

02-27-2006, 08:32 PM

Not sure if anyone cares to know but we won't be coming.

My mom may need open back surgery so we can't come because of cost and because she doesn't want to travel that far after recently having surgery.

Maybe next year :)

Ouch - I hope she'll be okay! A long road trip just after serious back surgery doesn't sound like a good idea, sadly, so we'll have to be patient, and hope for next year!

cyber-sibes

02-27-2006, 10:37 PM

Not sure if anyone cares to know but we won't be coming.
sorry to hear that, we were looking forward to meeting you, too. Will say a prayer for your mom.

.sarah

02-27-2006, 10:51 PM

Thank you both very much. :)

ramanth

02-28-2006, 08:26 AM

Sorry you won't be able to make it. Hope your mom's recovery is swift. :)

anna_66

02-28-2006, 08:27 AM

So sorry to hear about you not coming but I totally understand and hope that your mom will be ok after her surgery. We'll miss you, but there's always next year:D

Yeah! Roxey's bday is around that time too (May 31) so we usually celebrate by bringing cake, or pupcakes and I'm sure we'll be doing the same this year. We could just make it a double bday celebration! Sounds like fun...a party and a picnic:D
Here's Roxey with her cake from 04'
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid120/pbde256679d89db5e5454410cd6549a7c/f860e664.jpg

lv4dogs

02-28-2006, 09:50 AM

How neat, 2 wonderful dogs sharing a b-day, well almost, but they will be sharing a party. lol

My Peanuts

02-28-2006, 02:26 PM

Hmm, maybe I should take a drive over there. I live near Chicago and just checked how far it is. It says a little less than 5 hours. Not bad at all. I'll have to check my funds and see if I could make it.

I think I might feel funny since I have never met anyone from PT before, but I still want to go. There has to be a first time!

Next question would be who to bring with?!? Sylvia hates the car and can't be away from my dad for more than a normal work day, so she's out. Harley, Morty and Jimmy are good in the car with Morty being the best with it. When I rescued Jimmy we drove 8-9 hours with him in his carrier, but coming out for walks every 2 hours, so I know I can get there ok with him. I think I'd like to take Harley though. Something to think about. :) Any requests?

Kfamr

02-28-2006, 02:32 PM

My Peanuts

02-28-2006, 02:42 PM

Diana, I love all of your pups but I HAVE to meet Morty if I come. Shhh.. don't tell the other 2 but he is my favorite other than Sylvia who can't come. ;)

Mind you, Findlay meetings are usually fully of medium-large dogs, so bring who you think would have most fun around bigger pups!

Morty's foster mom said his best friend was a big dog :). None of them regularly see big dogs. My friend brought his golden over a few days ago and in the past. She's about 70lbs and none of my pups have a problem with her. Maybe he will come with me and bring her too!

I don't know for sure if I can make it, but I'd want to bring Harley because I hate for him to miss out on stuff. Somehow he knows, I swear, but I know Morty would be good on a trip (he's not even good at home!) Maybe I should bring both!

My Peanuts

02-28-2006, 02:45 PM

I wish you guys could meet them all!

My Peanuts

02-28-2006, 02:55 PM

Also, does anyone know of dog friendly hotels/motels in the area? I'm not much of a camper :p :rolleyes:

Karen

02-28-2006, 03:10 PM

There are a ton of hotels quite nearby in Findlay, it'll take a little searching to figure out which ones are pet-freindly, but there are a myriad of choices! Miss Hoppy stays home to guard the house, so we've never had to find out for ourselves, but I know Cinder and Smokey's dad knows at least one!

cyber-sibes

02-28-2006, 08:25 PM

Some of this got discussed on the other post - you might want to read it
http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?t=98647

This link lists which ones are dog-friendly, I've been asking around but no one sems to have much of an opinion about any of them.
http://hotel-guides.us/ohio/findlay-oh-hotels.html

Cinder & Smoke

02-28-2006, 10:22 PM

There are a ton of hotels quite nearby in Findlay,
it'll take a little searching to figure out which ones are pet-freindly,
but there are a myriad of choices!

OH, so true!

"Most" of the $75.00 a night or less motels allow "pets" - you just have
to double-check their definition of what a "pet" is ...

Some have "size limitations" - anywhere from 10# up to unlimited;
some say only ONE pet per room;
some say "with permission" - then try to trick you into paying $5.00 per pet
extra when you tell them at the desk you have a pet with you.

Three GOOD chains that the Three FurKids have all stayed at are:
Red Roof Inns,
Super 8,
Motel 6. (Motel 6 is 30 and 35 miles away from Findlay)

Prices have varried between $35 - $45 per night - depending on the City and
the Date - Local Events sometimes push UP the price quite a bit.

Red Roof and Super 8 both have "under $45 a night" rooms for one adult -
and up to Three Dogs - IF you talk to the right person!
I usually call the CHAIN's main 1-800 number and swing the best "deal" they'll
go for and then make an un-secured reservation - then ask for the
direct phone number for the motel itself.

Next step is to call the motel front desk and try to "beat the deal" the chain's
1-800 people agreed to.

Last step is to pick the lower rate quote and cancel the high priced room.
"USUALLY" the Motel's Front Desk beats the 1-800 folks by at least $5 ---
and have agreed to "three small mutts" staying in the room.

Best bet is to shop around by phone -
the Web Sites do NOT always offer the cheapest rates!

cyber-sibes

02-28-2006, 10:50 PM

Great advice, Phred, you are so smart!

just want to add, the guy at the campground I talked to pointed out that it will be a holiday weekend, so don't wait till the last minute to try to make reservations. You can always cancel if your plans change.

slleipnir

03-02-2006, 11:26 AM

Does anyone know how long it would take to drive from Maine? Do you have to go through NY to get there? Me and mom were going to go somewhere this summerish...I might see about going here...but I think we might end up going to Alberta.

Do you think it would be easier to drive through Canada then go through the states? (I live in PEI)

Karen

03-02-2006, 01:23 PM

It depends on from where in Maine.

It is about a 13 hour drive for us from Massachusetts, we travel west usually through New York State. I don't know the Canadian highway system enough to know whether it's be better going mostly through Canada or not, when we take the "northern" route, we pass by Niagara Falls, which is of course on the Canadian border.

Have you tried mapquest.com?

cyber-sibes

03-02-2006, 01:49 PM

Does anyone know how long it would take to drive from Maine?
Not sure how long it would take, but I know it's a looooong drive. I have a brother in Gray ME.

Ginger's Mom

03-02-2006, 06:44 PM

Audrey, I did a real quick Streets and Maps query and from the middle of Maine to Findlay, OH is 1020 miles. About a two day drive.

Karen

03-17-2006, 10:53 AM

We usually do the drive all in one day, and we're just 1 1/2 to 5 hours from most points in Maine.

Hey, you know cat folks and others are welcome to come, too! After all, we have a bunny, and no dogs presently, and we come! The dogs are always willing to mooch off anyone handing out treats, regardless of their current animal affiliations.

Cinder & Smoke

03-17-2006, 11:20 AM

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PS:
No Dawg?? ~ NO Problem - we alluz have "Extra Dawgs"!
We can "loan" ya a Dawg fur the Day!

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And does everyone have their Road DIRECTIONS from last time??

Find em NOW - don't wait till you're sitting in the car to look for em!
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RobiLee

03-17-2006, 12:29 PM

Ok, Phred, I'll get on that right now. Good thing your reminded me cause I have a bad habit of waiting til I am in the car;). I also need to apply for my dog park pass. I better get busy!

Can't wait!!! :D

lv4dogs

03-17-2006, 01:01 PM

And does everyone have their Road DIRECTIONS from last time??

Find em NOW - don't wait till you're sitting in the car to look for em!
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This is my first time going so no, I don't have my directions from last time. lol

My application is filled out for the dog park, just have to wait another week or two to mail it in.
I will be making my hotel reservations in a week or two as well.

Cinder & Smoke

03-17-2006, 01:51 PM

Oh GUDDIE, the *link* still works.

OK - Here's how to get your MapQuest "Directions" with Turn-by-Turn Instructions ...

Use the Click-Link (below) to get to the From and To page for MapQuest.
**WAIT** till the page fully loads - or you'll goof up the pre-filled data!!

When the page finishes loading - you'll have TWO big data blocks -
the one on the LEFT asking for your STARTING Location;
the one on the RIGHT >> Already FILLED IN < with the Dog Park Address.

If you have it - do NOT use Microsoft's "AutoFill" - it will put your home address
in BOTH blocks - erasing http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/eek.gif the pre-filled Dog Park Address! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/mad.gif

JUST fill in your Home or "Starting" address in the LEFT (STARTING Location) Blocks.

Here's the *Link* to MapQuest >>>

MapQuest Directions To: Findlay, OH ~ DOG PARK (http://www.mapquest.com/directions/main.adp?2a=16000 Township Road 208&2c=Findlay&2s=OH&2z=45840&2y=US&cid=lfddlink)

NOTE!! for ROBIN and anyone else driving North from the Columbus, Ohio, vicinity!!! >>>

MapQuest tries to send you the "short way" using a bridge near the Reservoir
that has been closed for two years!!
It's being rebuilt as we speak - but not scheduled to re-open before Memorial Day.

CHECK your MapQuest "directions" - if you're routed over US-23 and OHIO-15 -
we need to "talk" before you drive - there are NO "Detour Signs" at the closed bridge!
I'll send you a "revised" MapQuest that gets you around the closed bridge.

Robin:
If you can't find last year's directions - let me know and I'll send you a new copy
of the "around the closed bridge" route.
-------------------------------------------------------------------

IF you want to use a GPS or another Mapping Service - here's the Dog Park Address:

16000 Township Road 208 -OR-
Township Road 207 AND Township Road 208
Findlay, OH 45840

The Dog Park is INside the Hancock Park District's "Riverbend Recreation Area";
about a mile south of Ohio Route 568;
and just north of the North-East Corner of the big Findlay Reservoir.
The Reservoir is on most maps - and stands out because it is drawn as a
Big SQUARE Blue Lake;
south-east of downtown Findlay.

If ANYONE has trouble with the Route to the Dog Park - PM "Cinder & Smoke"
with your E-mail and Home/Starting Address.

/s/ Phred

lizbud

03-17-2006, 06:40 PM

Thanks for reposting the link Phred. I've prinited off directions. :)
It's good to know any local closed roads,detours, etc.

Cinder & Smoke

03-17-2006, 07:16 PM

It's good to know any local closed roads, detours, etc.

There's not SUPPOSED http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/rolleyes.gif to be any hang-ups other than the busted bridge
that carries Twp Road 207 over the Blanchard River EAST of the Reservoir.
That closure is only about 2 miles from the Dog Park. Robin and I are the
only ones I know are bothered by that detour (Staci comes via the back roads).

Folks routed either north or south on I-75; or on Ohio-12 or Ohio-224 should
have no "major" interruptions ...
I-75 will have construction all summer - but traffic should be flowing A-OK over
the Memorial Day Weekend - they won't be working.

But no matter how you come or what routes you follow - PAY Attention to the
highway signs you pass - remember the Mapping Sites (MapQuest, Yahooo, Google)
and your GPS do NOT know about and plan for road or bridge repair closures!
If the SIGN says the road or bridge is closed - Please FOLLOW the Detour!!

Any questions - or you think you're being sent the wrong way - PM me.

/s/ Phred
http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

cyber-sibes

03-17-2006, 07:39 PM

To anyone coming up Rt. 23 from Columbus - just stay on Rt. 23 and get off at the Carey exit.
Rt. 23 goes right through Carey. In the center of town, turn left onto 568 (at the gas station), & STAY on Rt. 568. It's about 10 miles or so, and the Riverbend Park will be on your left - you'll see the sign & that iron trestle bridge that crosses the creek into the park.
This is the easiest way from Columbus, no turns, no detours. Just Rt. 23 to Rt. 568.
If anyone would like my phone number, please pm me. I only live about 10 minutes from the dogpark. If you get lost locally, we'll get you there.

Cincy'sMom

03-18-2006, 07:42 AM

Time to send the dog park application....we'll see you there!!!

lv4dogs

03-29-2006, 03:44 PM

I am sending my application out this weekend! And anna, I'll be pm'ing you soon about the cake.
I can't wait, I've only been waiting, oh about 3 years for this, since it started. lol

Lobodeb

04-04-2006, 09:50 AM

mmm, any of you know ASL? (america sign language or at least some fingerspellings?)[/color]

I know the alphabet and a few words.

I'm really considering going! This sounds like fun. I will talk to the hubbymeister and see if he would like to go. Is there anything else to do in Ohio that would be worth driving there?

***Edit to add, only 247 miles! It's looking better by the moment.

Is it ok for me to bring Maggy even though she's not a bigger dog?

Karen

04-04-2006, 12:51 PM

I know the alphabet and a few words.

I'm really considering going! This sounds like fun. I will talk to the hubbymeister and see if he would like to go. Is there anything else to do in Ohio that would be worth driving there?

***Edit to add, only 247 miles! It's looking better by the moment.

Is it ok for me to bring Maggy even though she's not a bigger dog?

As long as she gets along with other dogs, she'll be fine. There are usually dogs of all sizes at the park, and if she gets intimidated, she can always hang out with the people at the picnic table!

The park it is held in is a huge, beuatiful park system with trails and stuff, but we tend to spend the whole day between the dog area and the pavillion we rent out! Oh, we'd love to have you guys come, and I promise Hugito will get lots and lots of hugs and kisses! 4 Dog Mom would be best to PM about what else is in the area that might lure hubby into coming, she and Cyber-sibes live nearby!

cyber-sibes

04-04-2006, 02:42 PM

Lobodeb, it's not a bad drive along the lake from Chicago. Dogs of all sizes seem to all get along. plus, I've noticed that those little dogs are QUITE capable of taking care of themselves! They're the ones that back off the bigger dogs! There's alot of smaller local dogs that may be around, too. Several beagles, chihuahuas, and jack russels come to the park.

Hmm, not much going on in Findlay, - Cincy's Mom lives inToledo, there may be more going on up there. 4-dog mother Diana has lived here a long time, she might know more.Findlay's just a quiet community, with some nice restaurants. There is a wonderful museum of illustration art from children's picture books over at the University. I can check on when they'll be open, if you're interested.

anna_66

04-04-2006, 02:51 PM

I'm really considering going! This sounds like fun. I will talk to the hubbymeister and see if he would like to go. Is there anything else to do in Ohio that would be worth driving there?

***Edit to add, only 247 miles! It's looking better by the moment.

I never even knew you were considering coming...that would be so awesome!

lv4dogs

04-04-2006, 03:06 PM

Cincy'sMom

04-04-2006, 05:14 PM

That wouldbe greatif you could come Lobodeb! If you head over onthe turnpike to Toledo, and then take 75 South to Findlay, there may be some things of interest in Toledo. There is the zoo, the Art muesem, , Lake Erie, and if they have a home game, Toledo Mud Hens (Triple A baseball), just to name a few things.

Lobodeb

04-04-2006, 11:11 PM

I'm surprised that the hubby was actually somewhat interested in coming! We need to work out a few details, but it looks promising. I'm so excited to meet everyone. :D

anna_66

04-06-2006, 07:09 AM

I'm surprised that the hubby was actually somewhat interested in coming! We need to work out a few details, but it looks promising. I'm so excited to meet everyone. :D
COOL!!!!:D

I just talked to my friend Jennifer (the one with the huskies) and it looks like she may be coming too!

lv4dogs

04-06-2006, 09:32 AM

Super 8 it is I guess, they called me back to beat red roofs price! I got a great deal, only $48.33 for everything! 2 people & 2 dogs.

RobiLee

04-06-2006, 09:56 AM

lv4dogs

04-06-2006, 09:58 AM

What a thrill to have some newcomers coming!! Can't wait to meet both you and Sue!

Gosh everyone there will be new to me! lol The only PT person I have met in person in Gina. I can't wait!!!! Oh & Indy's dad & Indy will be with me as well, and of course I'm bringing Kaige! :D

lv4dogs

04-06-2006, 09:59 AM

Oh forgot to add that if you plan on staying in a hotel book your room(s) soon, they are filling up fast, or at least thats what I was told when I was booking mine.

Ginger's Mom

04-06-2006, 10:33 AM

Oooh Sue, thanks for all of the info. I guess I need to get off my lazy rear and start making plans (I did get the time off approved :) ).

lv4dogs

04-06-2006, 10:44 AM

Does anyone know how late people usually stay until?

Sunday night & the next few days I will be staying with my old best friend from high school in Coldwater which is about 1.5 hours from Findlay. I wanted to let her know about what time to expect us.

Lobodeb

04-06-2006, 10:59 AM

Debby, I haven't checked this thread for awhile and Anna told me last night that you might be coming. I sure do hope so! I would love to meet you. This does mean Hugo and Maggy will be with you also, right? I hope, I hope, I hope!! What a thrill to have some newcomers coming!! Can't wait to meet both you and Sue!

I'll bring baby Hugo, I don't know about the big one. He's a lot to spring on people we don't know. LOL j/k. Yes, I'll bring both my Hugos and Maggy too. :p

I'm so excited. I haven't met anyone from PT so I'll be doing a lot of "ummm, who are you?"

Oooh Sue, thanks for all of the info. I guess I need to get off my lazy rear and start making plans (I did get the time off approved ).

Yikes, me too!

Cinder & Smoke

04-06-2006, 11:03 AM

Does anyone know how late people usually stay until?

From Page 1 of this thread:

Time? First Arrivals can be 10AM or even earlier...
the Real Crowd starts forming between
11AM and Noon...
The DieHards stay till almost Dark.

"Dark" being around 9:00 PM.
We even stayed through the :eek: Tornado one year!
(Well, it DID get windy and rainy - and there WAS a Tornado "Warning" -
it just didn't happen.)

WEATHER ~
Bring an assortmento of clothing :p ~
It could be *SNOWING* or 85^ and *Sunny* - you're in OHIO!! :rolleyes:

anna_66

04-06-2006, 11:22 AM

I'm so excited. I haven't met anyone from PT so I'll be doing a lot of "ummm, who are you?
Na, just match the human with the dogs;)

Lobodeb

04-06-2006, 11:24 AM

Na, just match the human with the dogs;)

I should be good at that!

Tubby & Peanut's Mom

04-06-2006, 11:44 AM

Debby, you will have sooo much fun! We've gone to two of the Memorial Day Bashes - and we don't even have a dog! It's sooo fun meeting everyone, and watching the dogs have a blast. The food is always good and it's just so fun putting faces with names & dogs. ;)

We missed last year, and it looks like we'll have to miss this year too.....drat! :(

Lobodeb

04-06-2006, 11:51 AM

Cinder & Smoke

04-06-2006, 12:07 PM

We missed last year,
and it looks like we'll have to miss this year too.....drat! :(

:eek:

WHAT!??
Missing THIS year, too!??? :mad:

What's up - I thought "we" worked around the House Sale Problem??

Can't you squeeze a Road Trip in Saturday afternoon and goof off on Sunday with us??
;)
..

shais_mom

04-06-2006, 11:23 PM

I switched my shifts that weekend - so I'll be getting off at 11am (starting at 11pm the nite before) so I may go and sleep for a few hours and then come - try to be there around 3-4 and will prolly stay later.

Sue- Coldwater isn't too far away from Anna - you might be able to follow her up or work something out.

Cinder & Smoke

04-07-2006, 12:47 PM

Is Perrysburg close to Findlay?

Did you post then delete this question??

Answer depends on how you define "close"! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/tongue.gif

Perrysburg is 43 miles (about 52 driving minutes) due NORTH of the Dog Park at Findlay.

Perrysburg is just South of the Ohio Turnpike and sits between I-75 and I-475.
It's pretty easy to get form Perrysburg onto I-75 and zip south to the Dog Park -
just allow an Hour to drive it.

You can use
http://www.Mapquest.com (http://www.mapquest.com/)
to research motel locations and the routing to the Dog Park ...
OR - Go back a few posts and use the *LINK* I posted to MapQuest -
all you need to enter is a "Starting Address" - can be your home or a Motel.

/s/ Phred
http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

lv4dogs

04-07-2006, 12:52 PM

Did you post then delete this question??

Answer depends on how you define "close"! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/tongue.gif

Perrysburg is 43 miles (about 52 driving minutes) due NORTH of the Dog Park at Findlay.

Perrysburg is just South of the Ohio Turnpike and sits between I-75 and I-475.
It's pretty easy to get form Perrysburg onto I-75 and zip south to the Dog Park -
just allow an Hour to drive it.

You can use
http://www.Mapquest.com (http://www.mapquest.com/)
to research motel locations and the routing to the Dog Park ...
OR - Go back a few posts and use the *LINK* I posted to MapQuest -
all you need to enter is a "Starting Address" - can be your home or a Motel.

/s/ Phred
http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

I think she did. We were PM'ing each other discussing hotels, I am guessing that is why she was sondering but probably has it all figured out now???? Thats my guess. lol

shawsdanes

04-07-2006, 12:58 PM

Lobodeb

04-07-2006, 01:21 PM

I think she did. We were PM'ing each other discussing hotels, I am guessing that is why she was sondering but probably has it all figured out now???? Thats my guess. lol

I did. Sorry. :o

I just harnessed the power of Mapquest.

I reserved a hotel room!!! I'm so excited.

Edit to add: Thanks for your help Phred. That's excatly what I did, go back and re-read stuff.

lv4dogs

04-07-2006, 01:33 PM

I reserved a hotel room!!! I'm so excited.

Are you gonna be in the same hotel as me?

Karen

04-07-2006, 01:41 PM

shawsdanes

04-07-2006, 01:46 PM

Yep it was Gabbies Mom, although the Gabby I met was a Merle. I believe we are talking about the same person though. Gabby was so adorable and Carrie is so very nice.

Do you need to be a member of the dog park to go to this event? What do I need to bring (vet papers, dog lisence...etc)?

Lobodeb

04-07-2006, 02:05 PM

Are you gonna be in the same hotel as me?

No, we're going to be at the Econo Lodge. (Big spenders, I know.) :o

Do you need to be a member of the dog park to go to this event? What do I need to bring (vet papers, dog lisence...etc)?

On the first post of this thread, Phred outlined what we'll need to get our pups in the park. Later on in the thread, I believe he attached the applications as well. I can't wait to meet everyone.

BTW, I just got confirmation from the hubby. WE'LL BE THERE!!! :D :D :D :D:D

lv4dogs

04-07-2006, 02:08 PM

No, we're going to be at the Econo Lodge. (Big spenders, I know.) :o

Neither am I. lol If you don't mind me asking, what price did you get from them? If it's cheaper I will change hotels. lol

Lobodeb

04-07-2006, 02:11 PM

Neither am I. lol If you don't mind me asking, what price did you get from them? If it's cheaper I will change hotels. lol

I got $42.95 + tax and $10 for Maggs.

Want their number?

lv4dogs

04-07-2006, 02:14 PM

I got $42.95 + tax and $10 for Maggs.

Want their number?

No cause I am only paying $48 and some change for EVERYTHING!

anna_66

04-07-2006, 02:15 PM

Do you need to be a member of the dog park to go to this event? What do I need to bring (vet papers, dog lisence...etc)?
You'll need to send THIS APPLICATION (http://www.hancockparks.com/dogpark-app.pdf) in.

BTW, I just got confirmation from the hubby. WE'LL BE THERE!!! :D :D :D :D:D
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v43/anna66/Smileys/Woohoolittlemen.gif

Lobodeb

04-07-2006, 02:16 PM

No cause I am only paying $48 and some change for EVERYTHING!

Wow!! Maybe you should reserve a room for me too! j/k

Too bad you can't bring Nanook. I'd really love to meet him.

lv4dogs

04-07-2006, 02:24 PM

Too bad you can't bring Nanook. I'd really love to meet him.

You are not the only one. lol Seems most people from PT really want to meet him then my BEST friend who Nanook & I haven't seen in years & years wants to see him too & we will be visiting her for a few days after the meeting. She REALLY wants to see him. :)

I have been doing a lot of thinking and he *may* come.

There are a lot of IF's though but the main thing is how he is doing at that time. IF he is doing good then then he will come. I've already gotten offers from others to help watch him at the park as he would need to be kept away from rowdy dogs so he doesn't get hurt.

Lobodeb

04-07-2006, 02:28 PM

You are not the only one. lol Seems most people from PT really want to meet him then my BEST friend who Nanook & I haven't seen in years & years wants to see him too & we will be visiting her for a few days after the meeting. She REALLY wants to see him. :)

I have been doing a lot of thinking and he *may* come.

There are a lot of IF's though but the main thing is how he is doing at that time. IF he is doing good then then he will come. I've already gotten offers from others to help watch him at the park as he would need to be kept away from rowdy dogs so he doesn't get hurt.

YAY!!

This whole meeting is sounding better by the minute. :D

lv4dogs

04-07-2006, 02:30 PM

Lobodeb

04-07-2006, 02:32 PM

I get teary eyed just thinking about how much Nanook would love it there. He REALLY digs other people & pets. He is such a total love bug, not ONE mean bone in his body & he LOVES attention & parties & the such. I can just see the happiness in him just thinking about it. It brings tears to my eyes.

(((((((((((((((((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))))))))) To you and that sweet Nanook.

PS, I'm looking forward to meeting cutie Kaige, too! Everyone for that matter.

Kfamr

04-07-2006, 02:45 PM

My dad said I can come but I'm still trying to find out where I'm going to stay. He wants to drop me off in OH and drive to MI. Don't know if I'll be coming or not.

Cincy'sMom

04-07-2006, 04:52 PM

I'm so glad so many people are able to come!!! Can't wait!!

Karen

04-07-2006, 05:21 PM

The fenced doggie area of the park is so big Nanook could easily stay away from the doggers being rowdy. There's even a "time out" cage, too, or he could hang out up at the pavillion with the people, too. Of course it will depend on how he's feeling at the time, we understand that.

cyber-sibes

04-07-2006, 08:00 PM

My name is Heidi I am new to this site. I was referred to a lady in Findlay that I met at the pet store. I am from Ohio and I will try and make it to the Memorial Day event in Findlay. I look forward in meeting lots of pup friends. :) I have 3 great danes, this is a recent pic of them
Wow! What gorgeous puppers! Yep, Gabbie is a merle. And I just met another lady with an absolutely beautiful harlequin dane puppy at the Findlay dog park on Thursday! I'm hoping she will come, too. I'll keep an eye out for her in the next few weeks. Last year, Dakota (4-dog mother's grandog)was also at the picnic & led all those crazy huskies on a wild goose chase! Not sure if she'll make it this year.

Heidi, do you live in Findlay or nearby? We go to the dogpark almost every day, at least 4-5 times every week. We'd love to meet you for a play date at the dogpark!

:D This is going to be a great pic-nic! If any of you out of towners would like to get together in Findlay for dinner or something Saturday night, pm me, ok? Not sure when anyone's arriving, but I asked for Sat. night off work, just in case.

cyber-sibes

04-07-2006, 08:05 PM

You are not the only one. lol Seems most people from PT really want to meet him.
Count us in on that! I'd love to meet him. Hope he's feeling up to it. :)

RubyMutt

04-08-2006, 01:02 AM

Hello all! I have been away from PT so long, it's making me sad :( Thanks to lv4dogs I found out about this Findlay meeting! Ever since moving to Kentucky I've been hoping I'd get a chance to make it up to one of the infamous meetings... looks like this may be the one :D I talked to my better half, he seemed excited about it, so you can most likely count us in! We have been planning on taking a camping trip up in Ohio anyway, so why not do it that weekend? :D It feels good to be posting on PT again and I hope I get the chance to meet some of you!

BTW, I know this isn't the right thread to start this in, but we've got a new addition since I was last on PT. Meet BUTLER (http://www.catster.com/?214171) :)

shawsdanes

04-08-2006, 05:53 AM

Wow! What gorgeous puppers! Yep, Gabbie is a merle. And I just met another lady with an absolutely beautiful harlequin dane puppy at the Findlay dog park on Thursday! I'm hoping she will come, too. I'll keep an eye out for her in the next few weeks. Last year, Dakota (4-dog mother's grandog)was also at the picnic & led all those crazy huskies on a wild goose chase! Not sure if she'll make it this year.

Heidi, do you live in Findlay or nearby? We go to the dogpark almost every day, at least 4-5 times every week. We'd love to meet you for a play date at the dogpark!

:D This is going to be a great pic-nic! If any of you out of towners would like to get together in Findlay for dinner or something Saturday night, pm me, ok? Not sure when anyone's arriving, but I asked for Sat. night off work, just in case.

I am actually from Wharton, its about 15 miles south of Findlay. I go to the Pet Supplies Plus every other weekend to get dog supplies, and go shopping no and again. I am not a member of the dog park just yet. I just actually found out about it last week. I would like to become a member, I am looking into it. That would be great to meet for a playdate, when I am a member. Weekends would be best for me.

shais_mom

04-08-2006, 10:45 AM

cyber-sibes

04-08-2006, 10:50 AM

Here are *links* to two Hancock Parks District web pages;

The first link has a brief "Tail" about the Dog Park in the
Area #9 Write-Up - which covers the Riverbend Recreation Area. >>>

http://www.hancockparks.com/parks.htm (http://www.hancockparks.com/parks.htm)

And here is the *link* to see and PRINT the
Dog Park Yearly Permit Application >>>

http://www.hancockparks.com/dogpark-app.pdf (http://www.hancockparks.com/dogpark-app.pdf)

NOTE: You Must Have "Adobe Acrobat Reader" installed on
your 'puter to Load & See this .pdf file...
If you don't have Adobe Reader -
I guess PM Me at "Cinder & Smoke" and we'll get you a form.

Note 2: The Application is TWO Pages long -
be SURE to Print Page 1 AND Page 2;
Page 2 is a WAIVER that Must Be Signed & Returned -
and is at the Very BOTTOM of page 2. http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

What you need to SEND IN with the Application is >>

1) CHECK made out to Hancock Parks Foundation with
Memo to: Dog Park Permit

2) COPY (originals won't be returned) of the Dog's
. . Annual Vaccination Record from the VET...
. . (A Copy of the Office Visit Receipt is fine if the SHOTS
. . are noted & has Vet's Name on it).
. . DATE needs to be within ONE Year of now.

3) COPY of RABIES Vaccination Receipt ...
. . DATE within 1 or 3 years - depending on the vaccine used;
. . Most Rabies Receipts show an EXPIRATION date for the shot -
. . Rabies Vacc must be "current" (not expired).

4) All Dogs must also be "Licensed" by the City, Town, County,
or State where you LIVE. Fido should be *wearing* his/her License.

Send it all to:
Hancock Parks District
Attn: Dog Permit
1424 East Main Cross Street
Findlay, OH 45840

Cost of $10 / year registers 1, 2 or 3 Dogs.
(From December 1 to December 31 of the Following Year)
You'll receive a Plastic Laminated "Permit Card" in the Mail -
BRING IT WITH you on visits -
they WILL be Checking Permits this year!!

A note about the "DATES" shown on your Receipts ~
Parks is "happy" if the Dates on the Vet & Rabies Receipts are
"Current" within the LAST 12 Months of when you send them in...
In other words; if Fido had his "Shots" anytime AFTER February, 2005 ~
he's Good to Go!

And a 3 year Rabies shot is good if it was given
AFTER February, 2003.

** Write DOWN the ZIP Code (45840) -
they forgot to put it anywhere ON the Application! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/rolleyes.gif

ANY Questions??
Post em or PM me. http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

/s/ Phred
Heidi, this is the link Phred put up about how to get a permit. probably a good idea to get it by computer & mail, as the park dist. office is closed on week-ends :( Can't wait to meet you & your danes!

Cincy'sMom

04-08-2006, 01:23 PM

Weclome Heidi! I am another originally from the Findlay, area, although I live in Toledo now. I graduated from Van Buren. Your danes are gorgeous!! My sister has a female Harlequin Dane (as well s a dalmation and a lab mix). They currently liove in Cincinnnati, so I'm not sure if they are coming to Findlay for Memorial Day or not, but we could have a real Dane gathering!!!

Hello all! I have been away from PT so long, it's making me sad Thanks to lv4dogs I found out about this Findlay meeting! Ever since moving to Kentucky I've been hoping I'd get a chance to make it up to one of the infamous meetings... looks like this may be the one I talked to my better half, he seemed excited about it, so you can most likely count us in! We have been planning on taking a camping trip up in Ohio anyway, so why not do it that weekend? It feels good to be posting on PT again and I hope I get the chance to meet some of you!

It would be so great to meet you and that gorgeous Ruby girl!! Hope you can join us!! And what alittle cutie Butler is! Congrats!!

Karen

04-08-2006, 01:50 PM

Rubymutt! Wow, you're in Kentucky now? It would be so great if you got to come to this gathering - it's the one Paul and I will be at! :)

k9krazee

04-08-2006, 09:44 PM

Still working on my parents...not sure if I can come yet :/ The funny thing is, my mom brought the idea up again yesterday..so keep your fingers crossed, I may just be able to come!!

anna_66

04-09-2006, 08:23 AM

Hello all! I have been away from PT so long, it's making me sad :( Thanks to lv4dogs I found out about this Findlay meeting! Ever since moving to Kentucky I've been hoping I'd get a chance to make it up to one of the infamous meetings... looks like this may be the one :D I talked to my better half, he seemed excited about it, so you can most likely count us in! We have been planning on taking a camping trip up in Ohio anyway, so why not do it that weekend? :D It feels good to be posting on PT again and I hope I get the chance to meet some of you!

So that's where you've been...I was wondering:p
That would be so fantastic if you, your better half and Ruby could make it!

Still working on my parents...not sure if I can come yet :/ The funny thing is, my mom brought the idea up again yesterday..so keep your fingers crossed, I may just be able to come!!
Oooooohhh all fingers, toes and paws crossed!
Hey if you do get to come what dog/dogs would you be bringing?

k9krazee

04-09-2006, 09:18 AM

Hey if you do get to come what dog/dogs would you be bringing?

Jack and possibly Shadow :D

RubyMutt

04-09-2006, 05:10 PM

Karen

04-09-2006, 05:15 PM

Anything picnicy! Phred and other "menfolk" usually work the grill, so there's burgers and that grillable kinda stuff, and salad stuff and, oh, all sortsa food!

Phred always brings cookies, and I will as well - I always make sure at least one kind I bring is shareable with the pups!

anna_66

04-09-2006, 08:16 PM

Jack and possibly Shadow :D
NICE:D

I'm so excited I can't keep myself away from this thread. What types of food do you all like? We'll be camping so I'll want to bring something that can stay in the car for a few days... any preferences/suggestions?
Ok, I don't know who's more excited here you or me:D
And as for food, we like anything edible pretty much;):D

Kfamr

04-09-2006, 10:09 PM

I'm so excited I can't keep myself away from this thread. What types of food do you all like? We'll be camping so I'll want to bring something that can stay in the car for a few days... any preferences/suggestions?

Where are you all camping??

I haven't found a place to stay yet so maybe we could camp together?

RubyMutt

04-10-2006, 06:03 AM

Where are you all camping??

I haven't found a place to stay yet so maybe we could camp together?

We're not sure yet. We're planning on doing some backpacking up in Ohio that same weekend (probably on Friday and Saturday), ideally around the Cincinnati area, but we haven't worked out any details yet. We've never done a backpacking/camping trip up in Ohio so we still have some research to do. We might end up staying one night at the campground at the park, but we still have to work out all the details. It would be kind of cool to have a PT camping night! :D We prefer the wilderness, but if we do end up camping in an actual campground it will more than likely be the one at the park in Findlay. I'll keep you posted; feel free to PM me as well :)

shawsdanes

04-10-2006, 06:42 AM

Hi Heidi.
I live and work in Upper Sandusky and am originally from Kenton. Went to school at Hardin Northern.
Nice to meet you.
As you can see in my siggy I have 2 cats and a golden retriever.
Your dogs are gorgeous. I didn't realize we there was a dane breeder so close!
My neighbors son has a black one that he rescued. He is breathtaking as are yours.
PM me anytime.
Staci

Staci,

Nice to meet you as well. Thanks for the compliments on our pupkids, we just love them to pieces. Although we don't breed they are just our pets/kids. I just love Golden Retrievers they are awesome dogs as well. And I also have two cats, they just give unconditional love all the time. :-)

shawsdanes

04-10-2006, 06:45 AM

Heidi, this is the link Phred put up about how to get a permit. probably a good idea to get it by computer & mail, as the park dist. office is closed on week-ends :( Can't wait to meet you & your danes!

Thank you so much. I will get registered asap. I need to get them all lisenced and info from the vet and then I will be one my way. I will surley do it over computer or mail if allowed, because I work 7am-5pm Mon-Fri and Noon on Sat, so I wouldn't have any time to get up there. I will let you know when I have registered. Feel free to pm me. Have a great day!

shawsdanes

04-10-2006, 06:48 AM

[QUOTE=Cincy'sMom]Weclome Heidi! I am another originally from the Findlay, area, although I live in Toledo now. I graduated from Van Buren. Your danes are gorgeous!! My sister has a female Harlequin Dane (as well s a dalmation and a lab mix). They currently liove in Cincinnnati, so I'm not sure if they are coming to Findlay for Memorial Day or not, but we could have a real Dane gathering!!!

That would be awesome to have some other danes there. Our pupkids have been around many other dogs, but not around many danes. They wouldn't know what to do with thereselves, they would be so happy. :D I am really looking forward to the gathering on Memorial Day. I also talked to my cousin and she maybe coming, she has a weim and a viszla. Its marked on the calender.

lv4dogs

04-10-2006, 10:09 AM

I've been wondering about what to bring as well. I know I'm pitching in on the b-day cake and bringing some ultra yummy dog treats but as far as people food goes I'd love to bring some yummy salad or the like BUT I'm driving from out of state & I'm also going to be away from home for 6-10 days as I'll be visiting some other areas while I'm out that way. I don't want anythign to spoil or get squished and I'm also not sure what stores or the like are in the area. I'm not one who usually brings some "genaric" snack to any gathering but this time I think I will have to. I guess It'll probably end up being some sort of chips & possibly some drinks too. :confused: Then though I am worried that many others from out of the area will bring the same items & we'll have too much of one thing & not enough of another. :p

anna_66

04-10-2006, 11:07 AM

Sue,
Ususally when the time grows closer Phred posts a Who's Bringing what kinda thing that way everyone sees what the other is bringing and what we may still need:)

Cinder & Smoke

04-10-2006, 11:47 AM

Ususally when the time grows closer
Phred posts a Who's Bringing what kinda thing -
that way everyone sees what the other is bringing and what we may still needhttp://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/smile.gif

Since we have so many "Newbies" coming ... I'll post "The Menue" early to
give folks an idea of what we've had in the past.

The Pavilion has lots of nice, large, heavy duty Picnic Tables (prolly seats 100 or so),
a "buffet counter", multiple Electrical Outlets, an overhead light, 2 charcoal grills (outside),
a concrete floor, and is enclosed on the two sides that get the prevailing winds.
There is NO "refrigeration" other than ice chests you might bring.
(And there's NO ice vending machine within a 20 minute drive! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/frown.gif )

Do a *search* for past Findlay Gathurins - there's tons of pictures of Past Gathurins -
we've be doing them for several years http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/biggrin.gif

Here's a *link* to the 2005 Memorial Day Gathurin >>>
http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?t=77616

*Menue* comin up - as soon as I find it ...
http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

Cinder & Smoke

04-10-2006, 12:00 PM

WHAT to BRING on Sunday, MAY 28th ?? http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/confused.gif

Current Menue Listing is WAY DOWN at the May17 Posts ...

;)

shais_mom

04-10-2006, 12:04 PM

Staci,

Although we don't breed they are just our pets/kids. :-)
oops sorry I misunderstood!
:o
looking forward to meeting you and hearing more about all the critters!

shawsdanes

04-10-2006, 01:18 PM

WHAT to BRING on Sunday, MAY 28th ?? http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/confused.gif

Here's what has been promised so far >>>

Main Dish/Meat
. . HamBurgers & Round Buns (by Phred)
. . Brats w/ Cheese & Long Buns (by Phred)
. . ???

Salads/Sides
. . Tater Salad (by Diana, 4DM)
. . Pasta Salad (by
. . Banana Bread (by

Munchies & Krunchies & Dips
. . Veggies + Dip (by
. . Chips + Dip . (by shawsdanes)
. . Doritos . . (by

Desserts
. . Chawklit Chippie Cookies (by Phred)
. . Various other cookies / Dawggie SAFE wuns, too! (by Karen)
. . Brownies (by Diana, 4DM)
. . "Some Kinda" ROXEY Birfday CAKE (by Anna, anna_66)

Drinks
. . Nantucket Nectars (by Karen and Paul)
. . Bottled water (by
. . Kooler & Ice wiff both HiTest an Diet Pops (by Phred)

Kitchen Suppliez & STUFF (by Phred)
. . KetchUp
. . Bar-B-Que Sauce
. . Brown Mustard
. . Yeller Mustard
. . Sweet Relish
. . Salt & Peppur
. . ChopUp a Unyin or two
. . 'Merican Cheeze fur Cheeze-Burgerz
. . Roll of Papur Towels
. . Bag a CharKoal
. . CharKoal Liter Juze
. . grill Tweezers & Spatchulas
. . *Zip-Lok Baggiez* - fur Carry-Outz & Take-Homez

. . *plates & napkins & forks* = (by 4DM)

--------------------------------------------------
"Current" as of 4/10/2006 @ 1:00 pm

==================================================

If you can ADD something to the Menue -
"QUOTE" THIS (latest) post -
and "Edit In" whatever you'd like to bring.

Cinder Sez:
Hey Gang ~ Pleeze don't furget da Dawggie *TREETz*!!

=========================================

would anyone like me to make some pup treats as well?

lv4dogs

04-10-2006, 01:45 PM

would anyone like me to make some pup treats as well?

I don't think anyone will mind. LOL I know I'm making a bunch! :D

RobiLee

04-10-2006, 02:20 PM

cyber-sibes

04-10-2006, 02:24 PM

Originally Posted by Cinder & Smoke
WHAT to BRING on Sunday, MAY 28th ??

Here's what has been promised so far >>>

Main Dish/Meat
. . HamBurgers & Round Buns (by Phred)
. . Brats w/ Cheese & Long Buns (by Phred)
. . ???

Salads/Sides
. . Tater Salad (by Diana, 4DM)
. . Pasta Salad (by
. . Banana Bread (by
....Baked Beans (by Pat, cyber-sibes)

Munchies & Krunchies & Dips
. . Veggies + Dip (by
. . Chips + Dip . (by shawsdanes)
. . Doritos . . (by

Desserts
. . Chawklit Chippie Cookies (by Phred)
. . Various other cookies / Dawggie SAFE wuns, too! (by Karen)
. . Brownies (by Diana, 4DM)
. . "Some Kinda" ROXEY Birfday CAKE (by Anna, anna_66)

Drinks
. . Nantucket Nectars (by Karen and Paul)
. . Bottled water & Iced Tea (by JoJoe, cyber-sibes)
. . Kooler & Ice wiff both HiTest an Diet Pops (by Phred)

Kitchen Suppliez & STUFF (by Phred)
. . KetchUp
. . Bar-B-Que Sauce
. . Brown Mustard
. . Yeller Mustard
. . Sweet Relish
. . Salt & Peppur
. . ChopUp a Unyin or two
. . 'Merican Cheeze fur Cheeze-Burgerz
. . Roll of Papur Towels
. . Bag a CharKoal
. . CharKoal Liter Juze
. . grill Tweezers & Spatchulas
. . *Zip-Lok Baggiez* - fur Carry-Outz & Take-Homez

. . *plates & napkins & forks* = (by 4DM)

--------------------------------------------------
"Current" as of 4/10/2006 @ 1:00 pm

==================================================

If you can ADD something to the Menue -
"QUOTE" THIS (latest) post -
and "Edit In" whatever you'd like to bring.

Cinder Sez:
Hey Gang ~ Pleeze don't furget da Dawggie *TREETz*!!

=========================================

shawsdanes

04-10-2006, 03:23 PM

Wow, I can't believe all the newcomers that are coming. So exciting! I'm really looking forward to meeting everyone and seeing all the gorgeous dogs. Woo Hoo!

Shawsdanes, I haven't introduced myself yet. I'm Robin and those are my two girls in my siggy. I'll have to go and see if you have a thread introducing yourself and your danes. Can't wait to see them. Welcome to Pet Talk! Glad you are joining us.

Lindsey, are you really coming too?! Geesh, this is wonderful news! Ruby has always been a fav of mine so I'm super excited to meet you both.

Just a little over a month to go!! Can't wait!

I will introduce myself again, for those that I haven't talked to yet. My name is Heidi and my husband is Jason. We are from Ohio and are owned by 3 Great Danes, 2 cats, and 2 horses. We live about 15 miles south of Findlay, Ohio. I was recommened to this site by a lady at the petstore by the name of Carrie I believe she is owned by a beautiful female merle by the name of Gabby. I am so excited for my pups to meet other pupfriends. We live out in the middle of nowhere, so they don't have much friends. :(

I am excited to meet you all!!!!

shawsdanes

04-10-2006, 03:32 PM

Here is a pic I made of our whole crew

http://i64.photobucket.com/albums/h176/cwgrlatheart01/signature3.jpg

RubyMutt

04-10-2006, 10:17 PM

Lindsey, are you really coming too?! Geesh, this is wonderful news! Ruby has always been a fav of mine so I'm super excited to meet you both.

Yep, it's pretty much for certain now. I'm excited to meet you and your pups as well :D

ramanth

04-13-2006, 03:34 PM

WOW!!

Has this thread ever picked up steam. And we have some new faces planning on coming! Excellent!

I still have to send in my registration, but we'll be there!

(2nd) Roadtrip for the new Vibe! :D

Originally Posted by Cinder & Smoke
WHAT to BRING on Sunday, MAY 28th ??

Here's what has been promised so far >>>

Main Dish/Meat
. . HamBurgers & Round Buns (by Phred)
. . Brats w/ Cheese & Long Buns (by Phred)
. . ???

Salads/Sides
. . Tater Salad (by Diana, 4DM)
. . Pasta Salad (by
. . Banana Bread (by
....Baked Beans (by Pat, cyber-sibes)

Munchies & Krunchies & Dips
. . Veggies + Dip (by Kimmy, ramanth)
. . Chips + Dip . (by shawsdanes)
. . Doritos . . (by

Desserts
. . Chawklit Chippie Cookies (by Phred)
. . Various other cookies / Dawggie SAFE wuns, too! (by Karen)
. . Brownies (by Diana, 4DM)
. . "Some Kinda" ROXEY Birfday CAKE (by Anna, anna_66)

Drinks
. . Nantucket Nectars (by Karen and Paul)
. . Bottled water & Iced Tea (by JoJoe, cyber-sibes)
. . Kooler & Ice wiff both HiTest an Diet Pops (by Phred)

Kitchen Suppliez & STUFF (by Phred)
. . KetchUp
. . Bar-B-Que Sauce
. . Brown Mustard
. . Yeller Mustard
. . Sweet Relish
. . Salt & Peppur
. . ChopUp a Unyin or two
. . 'Merican Cheeze fur Cheeze-Burgerz
. . Roll of Papur Towels
. . Bag a CharKoal
. . CharKoal Liter Juze
. . grill Tweezers & Spatchulas
. . *Zip-Lok Baggiez* - fur Carry-Outz & Take-Homez

. . *plates & napkins & forks* = (by 4DM)

--------------------------------------------------
"Current" as of 4/10/2006 @ 1:00 pm

==================================================

If you can ADD something to the Menue -
"QUOTE" THIS (latest) post -
and "Edit In" whatever you'd like to bring.

Cinder Sez:
Hey Gang ~ Pleeze don't furget da Dawggie *TREETz*!!

=========================================

lv4dogs

04-13-2006, 03:40 PM

I'll also be bringing dog yummy home-made dog treats like I stated before. And helping anna with the cost of the cake as it's Kaiges Birthday on Memorial Day!

I'd love to bring something more but the long drive, motel rooms, visits & the dogs I'm afraid not much else will survive. lol

Originally Posted by Cinder & Smoke
WHAT to BRING on Sunday, MAY 28th ??

Here's what has been promised so far >>>

Main Dish/Meat
. . HamBurgers & Round Buns (by Phred)
. . Brats w/ Cheese & Long Buns (by Phred)
. . ???

Salads/Sides
. . Tater Salad (by Diana, 4DM)
. . Pasta Salad (by
. . Banana Bread (by
....Baked Beans (by Pat, cyber-sibes)

Munchies & Krunchies & Dips
. . Veggies + Dip (by Kimmy, ramanth)
. . Chips + Dip . (by shawsdanes)
. . Doritos . . (by sue, lv4dogs)
. . Chex Mix (by sue, lv4dogs)

Desserts
. . Chawklit Chippie Cookies (by Phred)
. . Various other cookies / Dawggie SAFE wuns, too! (by Karen)
. . Brownies (by Diana, 4DM)
. . "Some Kinda" ROXEY AND KAIGE Birfday CAKE (by Anna, anna_66)

Drinks
. . Nantucket Nectars (by Karen and Paul)
. . Bottled water & Iced Tea (by JoJoe, cyber-sibes)
. . Kooler & Ice wiff both HiTest an Diet Pops (by Phred)

Kitchen Suppliez & STUFF (by Phred)
. . KetchUp
. . Bar-B-Que Sauce
. . Brown Mustard
. . Yeller Mustard
. . Sweet Relish
. . Salt & Peppur
. . ChopUp a Unyin or two
. . 'Merican Cheeze fur Cheeze-Burgerz
. . Roll of Papur Towels
. . Bag a CharKoal
. . CharKoal Liter Juze
. . grill Tweezers & Spatchulas
. . *Zip-Lok Baggiez* - fur Carry-Outz & Take-Homez

. . *plates & napkins & forks* = (by 4DM)

--------------------------------------------------
"Current" as of 4/10/2006 @ 1:00 pm

==================================================

If you can ADD something to the Menue -
"QUOTE" THIS (latest) post -
and "Edit In" whatever you'd like to bring.

Cinder Sez:
Hey Gang ~ Pleeze don't furget da Dawggie *TREETz*!!

Lobodeb

04-13-2006, 03:42 PM

WOW!!

Has this thread ever picked up steam. And we have some new faces planning on coming! Excellent!

I still have to send in my registration, but we'll be there!

(2nd) Roadtrip for the new Vibe! :D

You mean, I get to meet the lovely Kia??? :D :D :D I'm so excited!!!! I was so sorry to miss you when you were in Chicago.

I am getting more and more excited as time goes on!

cyber-sibes

04-14-2006, 05:49 AM

I was going through my files and found this- thought you all might enjoy it- it's the video my son made at the Findlay PT picnic last year. I think he did a great job. It's Dakota the dane leading the whole pack of huskies (plus others) on a wild chase around the park, make sure you have the sound up! Enjoy! :D
THE CHASE, PT pic nic video (http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v432/cyber-sibes/?action=view&current=dogpark2.flv)

anna_66

04-14-2006, 06:32 AM

Gosh Pat do I ever remember that video, it's nice to watch it again:D

Still over a month before the party...how on earth are we all going to wait??? I'm getting too excited to see everyone:D

shawsdanes

04-15-2006, 07:26 AM

RobiLee

04-16-2006, 11:03 AM

I think I'm going to bring some macaroni salad and hot dogs.

Originally Posted by Cinder & Smoke
WHAT to BRING on Sunday, MAY 28th ??

Here's what has been promised so far >>>

Main Dish/Meat
. . HamBurgers & Round Buns (by Phred)
. . Brats w/ Cheese & Long Buns (by Phred)
. . Hot dogs & Long Buns (by Robin, RobiLee)

Salads/Sides
. . Tater Salad (by Diana, 4DM)
. . Pasta Salad (by
. . Banana Bread (by
....Baked Beans (by Pat, cyber-sibes)
. . Macaroni Salad (by Robin, RobiLee)

Munchies & Krunchies & Dips
. . Veggies + Dip (by Kimmy, ramanth)
. . Chips + Dip . (by shawsdanes)
. . Doritos . . (by sue, lv4dogs)
. . Chex Mix (by sue, lv4dogs)

Desserts
. . Chawklit Chippie Cookies (by Phred)
. . Various other cookies / Dawggie SAFE wuns, too! (by Karen)
. . Brownies (by Diana, 4DM)
. . "Some Kinda" ROXEY AND KAIGE Birfday CAKE (by Anna, anna_66)

Drinks
. . Nantucket Nectars (by Karen and Paul)
. . Bottled water & Iced Tea (by JoJoe, cyber-sibes)
. . Kooler & Ice wiff both HiTest an Diet Pops (by Phred)

Kitchen Suppliez & STUFF (by Phred)
. . KetchUp
. . Bar-B-Que Sauce
. . Brown Mustard
. . Yeller Mustard
. . Sweet Relish
. . Salt & Peppur
. . ChopUp a Unyin or two
. . 'Merican Cheeze fur Cheeze-Burgerz
. . Roll of Papur Towels
. . Bag a CharKoal
. . CharKoal Liter Juze
. . grill Tweezers & Spatchulas
. . *Zip-Lok Baggiez* - fur Carry-Outz & Take-Homez

. . *plates & napkins & forks* = (by 4DM)

--------------------------------------------------
"Current" as of 4/16/2006 @ 12:00 pm

==================================================

If you can ADD something to the Menue -
"QUOTE" THIS (latest) post -
and "Edit In" whatever you'd like to bring.

Cinder Sez:
Hey Gang ~ Pleeze don't furget da Dawggie *TREETz*!!

Kfamr

04-16-2006, 11:59 AM

Still trying to find a way up there...

If we do come, would anyone want to do a -late- Easter Egg Hunt? It was so much fun last year with the pups. I still have the eggs. ;)

anna_66

04-17-2006, 07:59 AM

Still trying to find a way up there...

If we do come, would anyone want to do a -late- Easter Egg Hunt? It was so much fun last year with the pups. I still have the eggs. ;)
Kay I was telling Sue how much fun we had doing that last year. I think it's a great idea:)
Hope you can find a way to get up here.

ramanth

04-17-2006, 08:36 AM

I think another easter egg hunt would be a blast! :D

cyber-sibes

04-17-2006, 09:11 AM

An egg hunt sounds like a great idea, Kay!

anna_66

04-17-2006, 06:52 PM

Could everyone coming please check THIS (http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?p=1471274#post1471274) out...Thanks!

Cinder & Smoke

04-17-2006, 07:40 PM

Don't be http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/confused.gif confused ~

This BIRFDAY PARTEE happens Same Tyme & Same Place as the
Big Memorial Day *BASH* at Findlay ~

You don't have to pick or choose - One Ticket gets ya into All Three "Events" -
* Dawgs' Birfday Partee
* PT Hoomin Picnik
* Dawg Romp inna Dawg Park

The DOGS do need to be "Registered" with the Hancock Park District -
see the instructions for Registering the Dogs near the beginning of this thread >>>
"*Memorial Day Weekend *BASH* @ Findlay, OHIO Bark Park ~ *SUNDAY* MAY 28, 2006 ~ (http://petoftheday.com/talk/showthread.php?p=1471275#post1471275)"
(the thread you're reading right now.)

See y'all on SUNDAY, May 28, 2006!!

lv4dogs

04-19-2006, 09:09 AM

It's been just over 2 weeks since I mailed my application & I haven't received any permits or anything for the park. I know 10 days is just an approximate time frame but this is something I am SO looking forward to. I hope they get here soon. :p

Kfamr

04-19-2006, 09:27 AM

Crap! With all of this excitement over going I've forgetten to even print out the info for the permits.

Crap crap crap!!

I hope we won't be too late. The park should really consider making an exception for these type of things. :p

ramanth

04-19-2006, 09:50 AM

Kay, I'm just sending mine out today too, so I wouldn't worry about it. If I don't get my little 'card' before the event, I'll just bring Kia's vet records with me. :)

cyber-sibes

04-19-2006, 10:16 AM

If you're still waiting, you might want to give the Hancock Park Dis. office a call- 419-425-7275.
Or you can fax your info - fax 419-423-5811.
(I talked to them this morning & told them I'm posting the numbers)

Cinder & Smoke

04-19-2006, 10:48 AM

It's been just over 2 weeks since I mailed my application &
I haven't received any permits or anything for the park. http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/tongue.gif

Sue:
Your Permit "should be in the mail!" http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/rolleyes.gif

They "found" your application in the pile waiting to be keyed into the puter;
so that means they "processed" it within the last few days - and they should
have already mailed out the Permit Card.

With all of this excitement over going
I've forgetten to even print out the info for the permits.

I hope we won't be too late.

Kay ~

There's FIVE Weeks between now and Memorial Day - plenty of time
to mail in your application and get the Permit back! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

Have you printed out the application yet?
http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/tongue.gif

And don't forget the missing Zip Code for Parks = 45840

lv4dogs

04-19-2006, 11:26 AM

Thanks for checking into it Phred! Your the best! :D

shawsdanes

04-19-2006, 12:32 PM

I am awaiting Trinities dog lisence then I will be mailing the info into Findlay. Since Trinity isn't old enough for a rabies, will she be able to attend?

shais_mom

04-19-2006, 12:37 PM

I am awaiting Trinities dog lisence then I will be mailing the info into Findlay. Since Trinity isn't old enough for a rabies, will she be able to attend?
you might want to call up there and double check - I am not sure how old Trinity is but they reccomend that dogs under 16 weeks of age not be inside the fence - you could still bring her of course - and you could hang out outside the fence - that's what some do that have aggressive dogs.

shawsdanes

04-19-2006, 12:41 PM

you might want to call up there and double check - I am not sure how old Trinity is but they reccomend that dogs under 16 weeks of age not be inside the fence - you could still bring her of course - and you could hang out outside the fence - that's what some do that have aggressive dogs.

She just turned 5 months old on the 9th of April. Well actually I could get her rabies right before I come. Is that possible?

Ginger's Mom

04-19-2006, 01:13 PM

Kay ~

There's FIVE Weeks between now and Memorial Day - plenty of time
to mail in your application and get the Permit back! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

Have you printed out the application yet?
http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/tongue.gif

And don't forget the missing Zip Code for Parks = 45840
Thank you for posting that Phred. I was actually getting a little nervous myself, because I haven't sent in my dog's info either, and I was worried about it getting to be too late. Now, I really do need to get my act together and start making definite plans.

So Pat, we can fax all of the information in?

Cinder & Smoke

04-19-2006, 01:30 PM

So Pat, we can fax all of the information in?

You can FAX the paperwork and Vaccination Records ...
but I doubt they'll accept a FAXed $10 Bill! :p

And they won't be sending your Permit till they GET that $10.00!

Just mail the stuff - but do it SOON!

Just include a note with the paperwork saying that you'll be visiting the Dog Park
over Memorial Day weekend - and to please send the Permit "ASAP".

;)

Cinder & Smoke

04-19-2006, 02:00 PM

(Trinity) She just turned 5 months old on the 9th of April.

Well actually I could get her rabies right before I come.
Is that possible?

http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/confused.gif
Most Vets suggest puppies have their "DHLP-P" or "Five-in-One" disease
vaccinations in 3 shots given at 6, 10, and 14-16 weeks of age.

The first Rabies Vaccination is usually given with the third DHLP-P shot at 16 weeks. (4 months)

Most County Health Departments (the outfits that demand Rabies Vaccinations
be given to ALL dogs visiting or living in Ohio) require the first Rabies shot be
given at 16 weeks of age.

There won't be any "deals" made by the Parks Office - you'll have to SHOW them
a copy of a Vet-signed Rabies Receipt, describing the dog, BEFORE they will
issue a permit.

The rules help protect Trinity - *IF* she should *nip* someone - the laws
say she has to be put down and tested for Rabies http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/eek.gif .
WITH a valid Rabies Veccination, the dog only has to be quarrantined -
usually in your home.

Staci is correct with the 16 week MINIMUM age to enter the Dog Park -
that age comes from the minimum age for a Rabies Shot.
AND - most Vets discourage young'uns from going into public places where
there may be UN-vaccinated dogs - puppies aren't fully protected from
the "Big Five" Diseases (DHLP-P) until they get ALL the puppy and booster shots.

I wouldn't bring Trinity to either the Dog Park or the Picnic area unless she's
had ALL the puppy shots and the first Rabies shot.
But you DO have time to get her shots and the Permit.

/s/ Phred

Cinder & Smoke

04-19-2006, 02:51 PM

I am awaiting Trinity's dog license ...

I forgot to answer this part of your post ...

No one needs to "send a copy" of their dog's LICENSE to Hancock Parks -
just be sure the pooch is WEARING their License and Rabies Tags.

A current "County License Tag", worn along with a current Rabies Tag, will keep
your dog SAFE and out of trouble anywhere in Ohio and when visiting in most other States.

Most Dog Wardens and city or county dog Pounds will research the origin of a
dog's TAGS and place a call to that jurisdiction to determine who a lost dog belongs to.

/s/ Phred

Kfamr

04-19-2006, 03:24 PM

:D JOYCE!! You're coming too!?!? :D

shawsdanes

04-19-2006, 03:53 PM

http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/confused.gif
Most Vets suggest puppies have their "DHLP-P" or "Five-in-One" disease
vaccinations in 3 shots given at 6, 10, and 14-16 weeks of age.

The first Rabies Vaccination is usually given with the third DHLP-P shot at 16 weeks. (4 months)

Most County Health Departments (the outfits that demand Rabies Vaccinations
be given to ALL dogs visiting or living in Ohio) require the first Rabies shot be
given at 16 weeks of age.

There won't be any "deals" made by the Parks Office - you'll have to SHOW them
a copy of a Vet-signed Rabies Receipt, describing the dog, BEFORE they will
issue a permit.

The rules help protect Trinity - *IF* she should *nip* someone - the laws
say she has to be put down and tested for Rabies http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/eek.gif .
WITH a valid Rabies Veccination, the dog only has to be quarrantined -
usually in your home.

Staci is correct with the 16 week MINIMUM age to enter the Dog Park -
that age comes from the minimum age for a Rabies Shot.
AND - most Vets discourage young'uns from going into public places where
there may be UN-vaccinated dogs - puppies aren't fully protected from
the "Big Five" Diseases (DHLP-P) until they get ALL the puppy and booster shots.

I wouldn't bring Trinity to either the Dog Park or the Picnic area unless she's
had ALL the puppy shots and the first Rabies shot.
But you DO have time to get her shots and the Permit.

/s/ Phred

she has had all her puppy shots, just not rabies. I don't feel comfortable giving rabies till 6 months. But I made her an appt. for the 28th of April.

Ginger's Mom

04-19-2006, 08:46 PM

:D JOYCE!! You're coming too!?!? :D
Yes, I would really love to meet all the gorgeous Pet Talk doggies that I have been drooling over. :D And all the people too, of course. :p I just need to work out the travel plans.

Karen

04-19-2006, 10:03 PM

How exciting! :D

cyber-sibes

04-19-2006, 10:29 PM

:D JOYCE!! You're coming too!?!? :D
Kay, you're coming for sure now? :D :D :D

Kfamr

04-21-2006, 02:50 PM

Kay, you're coming for sure now? :D :D :D
Yep!

I'm SO excited!!

----

I have e-mailed several different companies asking if they'd like to send anything as an advertisement/donation or what not for me to include in the baggies for you all as well as to hand out locally.

I just recieved a large package from SitStay.com - clickers & dog training treats for everyone! :) The ASPCA is also sending some things - and I still have some bracelets from their 140th anniversary.

sandragonfly

04-23-2006, 04:06 PM

quoted by kfamr
Gina, All I know is how to spell my name and say "My Pleasure."

There is a hearing impaired couple who use ASL and it is our company policy to say "My Pleasure" after a customer thanks us - the husband can hear quite a bit and read lips well, so he tells us thank you and everything - We learned how to say "My Pleasure" in finger spellings just for them.

awesome they had that policy! I wish everyone everywhere could have that, would be nice to communicate. so, you don't know the other 14 letters? ;)

one thing though kay (and karen!), hearing impaired - maybe a very few wouldn't mind that phrase, (mostly to people who could hear at least a little) but please be aware most of us (who don't hear at all) would feel offended. we prefer deaf. (or hard of hearing for whose are sonically challenged too). I understand you didn't undermine us, I thought I'd educate you all a bit. :) just that word, makes me feel like I'm really disabled. :p
- (to understand better, please take a look here (http://www.nad.org/site/pp.asp?c=foINKQMBF&b=103786)) -

anyway, :eek: I've not check this thread and missed zillion pages. sorry if I miss anything, (skimmed in a hurry to lab work tonight) - are we gonna camp this year or? enough participators? I still need to fill out and sent out crayola's application! agh.. sue, I hope you still know I'm coming. :)

freckles, I can promise you I won't forget! camera's always in my car. :D

this is so exciting! so many are coming - I can't wait.. I would have bring some food (pasta salad/banana bread) from menu you listed but I'll be in a heaty car for a couple of hours.. so I guess I'll be bringing what lv4dogs' gonna bring! :cool:

lv4dogs

04-24-2006, 10:19 AM

Cats at the park????

I am transporting the kitten I rescued to his new home in Ohio after the PT meeting. He will be 8 weeks old then and is so far very well mannered. He will have his first set of shots by then and I will have Kaige's crate for him to be confined in. If it is not too hot out AND I have my van I can keep him in the van during the cay. But if it is hot out he'd have to be out to prevent heat poinsoning. Because of all the strange dogs I will obviously not be bringing him out of his crate.

Will this be a problem at all?

Cinder & Smoke

04-24-2006, 10:43 AM

Cats at the park????

Your Kitty won't be the First PT Kitty to attend a DAWG Park Gathurin!

We've had at least two kitties - Donna's MooShoo has been there,
and another small kitten spent quite a bit of time down on the grass in a pen -
and never got too riled up with some of the Dawgs giving a *sniff* or two.

There's plenty of picnic tables under the Pavilion -
with room to place the Kitty's Kat-O-Prison in a shady or breezy spot as required.

And the KAT won't need a Park Permit! :p

lv4dogs

04-24-2006, 11:12 AM

Your Kitty won't be the First PT Kitty to attend a DAWG Park Gathurin!

We've had at least two kitties - Donna's MooShoo has been there,
and another small kitten spent quite a bit of time down on the grass in a pen -
and never got too riled up with some of the Dawgs giving a *sniff* or two.

There's plenty of picnic tables under the Pavilion -
with room to place the Kitty's Kat-O-Prison in a shady or breezy spot as required.

And the KAT won't need a Park Permit! :p

Thats great! And George (the kitty) LOVES dogs, in fact he prefers dogs to humans & other cats. lol I'm sure he won't mind some sniffins as long as the doggy is friendly, we don't need a hurt little George.

Kfamr

04-24-2006, 01:41 PM

Yep ~ YellowLabLover's Sammy attended one meeting (I believe she's got a new username) I don't think he was as thrilled as your George may be.
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid69/pa4573a04e8302115165363e7178c9b5c/fbabeb2a.jpg

cyber-sibes

04-24-2006, 09:12 PM

Thats great! And George (the kitty) LOVES dogs, in fact he prefers dogs to humans & other cats.
Star absolutely LOVES kitties! She'd love to be friends!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v432/cyber-sibes/starbinookie.jpg

shais_mom

04-26-2006, 10:13 AM

I sent in Keegan's shots records and $ on Thursday for her dog park renewal and got it yesterday!

lv4dogs

04-26-2006, 03:48 PM

I got my permit in the mail this past weekend! I can't wait!!!

zanyshihtzu

04-26-2006, 10:01 PM

Mia and I will be comming . I am looking forward to meeting everyone. I won't be able to stay long because i will proably have to be at work by 3:00. But I might see about getting the day off or at least try to go in later. Because this sounds like fun. And I haven't had a day off in months. And this sounds like the prefect excuse to take the day off. Looking forward to meeting everyone.

Lisa and Mia

Karen

04-26-2006, 10:09 PM

Excellent - the more the merrier!
Practice now,
"But I HAVE to have that day off - it's a Pet Talk Event!"

Riptide

04-26-2006, 10:39 PM

wolf_Q

04-26-2006, 10:45 PM

Gahhhhh I wish I could go :/ My parents are slightly over protective and think that I shouldnt meet anyone in real life that I meet online...and then there's the fact that I live in Las Vegas...heh.

Ah, well. Maybe I can try to convince my parents to take Pixie and me out there next year ^^

Usually its not the best idea to meet people off the internet...but Pet Talk is different, I've never been hesitant to meet a fellow PTer, they are the best! If you convince them, pick me and Nebo up on your way, I'm in Utah. ;)

I wish I could go. :( Have fun and take lots of pics!

Riptide

04-26-2006, 10:50 PM

Yep, I have indeed noticed that PT is different...at first I was afraid to even say what my first name is :p but that's just...saftey issues I guess. I'm a rather...cautious 13 year old...lol

If we do go, I see no problem with picking you and Nebo up on the way ^^

Tollers-n-Dobes

04-27-2006, 12:05 AM

Wish I didn't live so far away!! Sounds like it's going to be one of the best and busiest gatherings yet since I've been on PT...I hope you guys have a great time (I'm sure you will) :)

shawsdanes

04-29-2006, 08:22 AM

Got all the pups their up to date Rabies (well Griffin & Trinity). Trinity is going in next week for her spay, so I won't have any problems there. Just sent all the paperwork in for the permit. Yipee!!!! Can't wait to meet everyone!!!!

Karen

04-29-2006, 10:20 AM

So exciting - it's getting closer!

ramanth

04-30-2006, 07:16 PM

Got my permit in the mail on Friday! :D

Karen

05-03-2006, 11:24 AM

Will it just be you and Kia, or will Andy be coming too this time?

Kfamr

05-05-2006, 01:38 PM

"Booked" our campsite! :D :D We'll be staying in MI for a week and also camping in OH.

ramanth

05-05-2006, 02:04 PM

Will it just be you and Kia, or will Andy be coming too this time?
As far as I know Andy is coming too. I told him he had plans that day. ;) :D

I can't recall why he missed last year.... :confused:

It'll officially be 35 days till the wedding the day of the Bash. :cool:

shawsdanes

05-06-2006, 07:18 AM

My cousin is going as well, she is bringing her male weimereiner and her female viszla. Can't wait!!! Still waiting for my permit in the mail....

Cincy'sMom

05-06-2006, 07:21 AM

My cousin is going as well, she is bringing her male weimereiner and her female viszla. Can't wait!!! Still waiting for my permit in the mail....

My dogs will love that!!! Our neighbor is a female Viszla that they only get to see through the fence (she loves to run with them through the fence, but is too timid to play in the same yard). They may think your cousins's dog is Phoebe!!!

shawsdanes

05-08-2006, 06:08 AM

My dogs will love that!!! Our neighbor is a female Viszla that they only get to see through the fence (she loves to run with them through the fence, but is too timid to play in the same yard). They may think your cousins's dog is Phoebe!!!

Yipee!!! That is awesome! My three get winded trying to play with them two they just can't keep up...lol....the weim and viszla just run cirlcles around them.... :D

cyber-sibes

05-08-2006, 01:46 PM

my SIL is talking about driving over with her adorable boxer girl, Petunia. She's a ball of energy, I'll bet she'll have a blast!

Hey, Kay - who are you bringing with you? Just Ki or Nala, too?

Kfamr

05-08-2006, 02:06 PM

Hey, Kay - who are you bringing with you? Just Ki or Nala, too?

Just Ki. :( We're staying with my aunt (who recently got a Shepherd/Collie puppy) and my dad, although he didn't ask, doesn't want to be a burden on them. I'd really like to bring Nala too though.

My aunt may be coming to the MI meeting on the 27th, but probably not the Findlay one.

sandragonfly

05-08-2006, 05:51 PM

mailed out crayola's application on 26th, got pink permit today!! :D

crayola: .. why PINK permit for my birthday party? :confused: ..I guess it's because of this girl, roxey! :o

:p

sandragonfly

05-08-2006, 06:10 PM

where's the countdown!? ..

Gina's Arcountdown :: 20 DAYS!! http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b127/mystichild/pinkgrin.gif

yes - t, w, e, n, t & y days left today - nothing's missing! and everybunny will be on the road, filling up ohio!! :D :D

*does a happy dance* .. :cool:

Karen

05-08-2006, 07:48 PM

Has anyone done a people count on who is coming?

Kfamr

05-08-2006, 08:13 PM

Well, from the list Anna made of everyone's pups, including spouses/boyfriends/kids/family that may be coming, I counted around 33.

Karen

05-08-2006, 09:38 PM

But I know we two weren't on that list (no dogs coming with us) so I wasn't sure how comprehensive it was!

Kfamr

05-08-2006, 09:47 PM

Yep.. You and Paul were included in my count.. forgot to mention that. :o

Not everyone's mentioned if their spouse is coming or not, so I'd just guess 40 max.

slleipnir

05-08-2006, 10:06 PM

Just Ki. :( We're staying with my aunt (who recently got a Shepherd/Collie puppy) and my dad, although he didn't ask, doesn't want to be a burden on them. I'd really like to bring Nala too though.

My aunt may be coming to the MI meeting on the 27th, but probably not the Findlay one.

Don't forgot to come to PEI after that ;)

shawsdanes

05-09-2006, 06:20 AM

Don't forgot to come to PEI after that ;)

What is PEI?

Cinder & Smoke

05-09-2006, 09:07 AM

What is PEI?

"PEI" = The Canadian Province of "Prince Edward Island".
Far Eastern Province (like a USA State) of Canada.
IS an Island

See:
Prince Edward Island
http://www.gov.pe.ca/

Pembroke_Corgi

05-09-2006, 05:28 PM

Well, I know I'm rather late :o, but I will probably be coming with Marta and possibly my mom. If we get our dog park permit in time anyway. I sent off for it today! :)

Kfamr

05-09-2006, 07:46 PM

Well, I know I'm rather late :o, but I will probably be coming with Marta and possibly my mom. If we get our dog park permit in time anyway. I sent off for it today! :)

I suggest e-mailing or calling the park. I e-mailed them and a lady replied back telling me she'd send the permit today (e-mailed her yesterday.) I just got the information and $ in the mail yesterday, so she sent it so it'll get here before I leave.

So excited so many newbies are coming! What about Adele? I know it's bad to play favorites but she is my favorite of your's. :) ;)

Karen

05-09-2006, 08:00 PM

Ooooh, goodie! More the merrier - weee!

Pembroke_Corgi

05-09-2006, 08:32 PM

I suggest e-mailing or calling the park. I e-mailed them and a lady replied back telling me she'd send the permit today (e-mailed her yesterday.) I just got the information and $ in the mail yesterday, so she sent it so it'll get here before I leave.

So excited so many newbies are coming! What about Adele? I know it's bad to play favorites but she is my favorite of your's. :) ;)
I would like to bring all my dogs, but Marta is the only one who enjoys long car rides. (The furthest I've ever taken Adele is 5 hours, this will be an 8 hour drive, but maybe if my mom comes too it will be a bit easier to entertain her). Thanks for the suggestion! I'll call the park on Thursday, my next day off. I'm excited about getting to meet everyone and their dogs of course!! :D

shawsdanes

05-10-2006, 06:24 AM

I sent in for my permit on April 29th and still not received anything. Gettiing a bit worried. :confused: I e-mailed the dog park to see if they can tell me anything.

Ginger's Mom

05-10-2006, 08:22 AM

I sent in for my permit on April 29th and still not received anything. Gettiing a bit worried. :confused: I e-mailed the dog park to see if they can tell me anything.
Hmm, that is a bit odd. I sent my application in on May 1st, and received my pass on Monday (May 8th). But I did tell them that I needed it for an event at the end of the month, so they may have expedited my request.

lv4dogs

05-10-2006, 10:04 AM

Kfamr

05-10-2006, 11:07 AM

I'm planning all my routes today and noticed that all mapquest, google & yahoo maps are all one hour from each other. They say anywhere from 6 hours 47 minutes to 8 hours 52 minutes, from my house to the motel in Findlay. Thats quite a big difference don't ya think? The routes are all pretty similar too. I always knew they each had their own quirks but I've never seen them vary this much before, ever & I use them all the time. Maybe I'll stick to my old fashioned ways & use the good old USA Atlas.

Sue, I've always found mapquest to be more reliable.

It seems to be updated more often than Yahoo. With yahoo, they had use going all around town to get somewhere. It took us about a hour to get thru town and to where we wanted to go. On our way back we realized we could have gotten on the highway right next to our hotel and been there in 10 minutes.

Cinder & Smoke

05-10-2006, 12:12 PM

... anywhere from 6 hours 47 minutes to 8 hours 52 minutes ...
The routes are all pretty similar too.

Maybe I'll stick to my old fashioned ways & use the good old USA Atlas.

http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/smile.gif

I compared MapQuest and Google from Macedon to the Dog Park.

Overall distance was a 2 mile difference;
MapQuest said you could do it in 6 hours + 50 minutes = average of 58 mph;
Google said to allow 8 hours = average of only 50 mph.

They each pick a different way to get through Cleveland and the western suburbs -
and there's no "good way" to do that! MapQuest puts you on the Ohio Turnpike
(toll road) a little sooner. Final approach for both is Fremont > Fostoria > Findlay.

I'd trust MapQuest on the TIME estimate - I think Google must be planning
for a long lunch stop!

Either route will get you there; and as long as you're not traveling in weekday
rush hours, Cleveland is "crowded" but not impossible to drive through.

A couple cautions:
*WATCH* the Interstate signs - Cleveland has several "Look-Alike" routes >>>
Interstates 80 (Ohio Turnpike) and 90 - (from northern PA and NY) - they are
seperate and far apart in the east, then combine on the Turnpike in western Ohio.
BOTH I-80 and I-90 are referenced on signs near and in Cleveland.
Interstates 480 and 490 - http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/eek.gif BOTH in downtown Cleveland!!
Try telling the difference on a sign at 65 mph!!
Interstates 71 and 77 - again - BOTH in downtown Cleveland!
Easy to read them incorrectly at speed.

And - Please - Everyone - Drive SAFELY!

Ohio will have EXTRA State Troopers out & about ALL weekend ~
*Watching* for speeders!!
Five over the posted limit is usually OK - TEN and over and they
usually wanna "talk" to ya!

And be CAREFUL in Work Zones!!
Ohio tries to clean them up for Holidays and reduce or eliminate
lane closures ...
**IF** the reduced speed signs are COVERED with black baggies -
normal speeds are allowed ...
BUT if the Work Zone Speed Limit signs are showing -
they are INFORCED! ~ *Even if* there isn't a "worker" in sight!!

Troopers ride in "marked" all-White or all-Golden/Copper cars;
AND - if the weather is nice - there will be a couple "Bears in the AIR" -
State Troopers flying small AIRPLANES and checking speeds on the Interstates
and the Turnpike - you'll never "see" him till it's way too late!! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/eek.gif
Sheriffs ride in all-Black "marked" cars;
"Local PD's" can be in anything - some are NOT "marked".
Turn-Right-on-Red is allowed (after a FULL Stop) unless posted "NO Turns" at the intersection.

Have a Safe Trip!! http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/wink.gif

lv4dogs

05-10-2006, 01:02 PM

http://petoftheday.com/i/our_smilies/smile.gif

I compared MapQuest and Google from Macedon to the Dog Park.

Overall distance was a 2 mile difference;
MapQuest said you could do it in 6 hours + 50 minutes = average of 58 mph;
Google said to allow 8 hours = average of only 50 mph.

I saw the 2 mile difference and the different routes too but didn't notice the suggested speed limit. That must be where they get the extra hour or so.

Thanks for the tips!

Cinder & Smoke

05-10-2006, 01:44 PM

... but didn't notice the suggested speed limit.

The Mapping Sites don't openly suggest or show "suggested speeds" -
those averages are from me dividing the total miles by their estimated times -
gives overall average miles per hour.

The Mappers DO try to calculate the time based upon their understanding of the
allowed speed limit on each small section of the route - dunno how they factor in
things like traffic lights or Stop signs.

For sure MapQuest does NOT figure in any gas or potty stops!

anna_66

05-10-2006, 03:50 PM

Another newbie coming hu? That's awesome! I really can't wait to see everyone:D

cyber-sibes

05-10-2006, 04:56 PM

just got back from the dogpark - there's a couple of local pups that want to attend the picnic too. Please add "Baby" and "Max", both are golden retrievers, their mom is Amy (I think some of you met them last year at one of the picnics) :)

Cincy'sMom

05-10-2006, 08:29 PM

We remember Baby!!
http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid185/p684bf952a4cc98eda3f28b6fff4adc30/f276ee47.jpg

Glad to see so many old friends and newbies (soon to be old friends) are coming!!!

.sarah

05-10-2006, 09:12 PM

I KNOW!

You guys could make a cardboard cut out of my head and take pictures with "me" while you're there! Then I'll feel like I was really there!

I am really so jealous :( I want to go!

Kfamr

05-10-2006, 09:13 PM

I KNOW!

You guys could make a cardboard cut out of my head and take pictures with "me" while you're there! Then I'll feel like I was really there!

I am really so jealous :( I want to go!

We could come pick you up on our way! (I'm being serious!)

.sarah

05-10-2006, 09:15 PM

Would I be able to bring Nova? (Not a huge deal I guess, but she'd really enjoy it!)

I could probably talk my parents into it, as long as I pay for it.

Kay, you really are the best :D

Kfamr

05-10-2006, 09:30 PM

Sent you a PM! :)

shawsdanes

05-11-2006, 08:06 AM

Hmm, that is a bit odd. I sent my application in on May 1st, and received my pass on Monday (May 8th). But I did tell them that I needed it for an event at the end of the month, so they may have expedited my request.

I put a sticky note on mine as someone did suggest. Hopefully it comes soon.

Misty_Pearl

05-11-2006, 08:31 PM

Karen

05-11-2006, 08:33 PM

Does anyone know how long it usually takes to get your permit. I totally forgot to send this is and won't be able to until Saturday when I make copies. Is this enough time to receive the permit by the 28th? :confused:

Keep a photocopy of everything you send (so you can bring it with you just in case), AND put a note that you need the pass by the 28th, they're sometimes quicker than others when they know it's a big deal from what I've heard.

Misty_Pearl

05-11-2006, 08:34 PM

okay - thanks! I'll try that...

shawsdanes

05-12-2006, 03:50 PM

Finally received my permit today....Yipee!!!! It took a little over 2 weeks to get mine...and I live in Ohio...hehe

Can't wait to meet everyone soon!!!!

Kfamr

05-12-2006, 08:39 PM

Got mine today, too...
Asked them to send it ahead on Monday! :p

lizbud

05-13-2006, 01:35 PM

Could someone tell me the email addy for the park (dog permits).
I hope they figured out my messed up application. (I sent the check and
dog records and permit app. in separate envelopes). Thanks.

cyber-sibes

05-13-2006, 01:40 PM

Could someone tell me the email addy for the park (dog permits).
I hope they figured out my messed up application.
http://www.hancockparks.com/parks.htm
Use the "Contact us" link, or call them.

lizbud

05-13-2006, 05:05 PM

Thanks so much. :) Liz.

shais_mom

05-14-2006, 12:41 PM

Phred and I were talking last nite and I decided it wasn't too early to start a

SUNSHINE DANCE!!!

It is raining from about Wednesday the 10th to Wednesday the 17th here in OHIO right now.

cyber-sibes

05-14-2006, 03:06 PM

Phred and I were talking last nite and I decided it wasn't too early to start a SUNSHINE DANCE!!!
We must be on the same wavelength-My thoughts exactly this morning! ;) *dances*

Karen

05-14-2006, 10:58 PM

I'll be working on a sunny - or at least not rainy - day for that day. Surely we must be "using up" all the rain for the season already, right?

Lobodeb

05-14-2006, 11:46 PM

Phred and I were talking last nite and I decided it wasn't too early to start a

SUNSHINE DANCE!!!

:confused: :o What's a sunshine dance? :o :confused:

Cinder & Smoke

05-15-2006, 12:02 AM

What's a sunshine dance?

Ever heard the story of the Indians doing a Rain Dance to ask the Spirits for rain?

SUN Dance / SunShine Dance is the opposite.

Dawg Park is more *Phunn* in the Sun!

;)

ramanth

05-15-2006, 08:43 AM

Come on Sun! :D
*dances*

anna_66

05-15-2006, 09:08 AM

Surely we must be "using up" all the rain for the season already, right?
I SURE HOPE SO:D

Got everyone here doing the Sunshine dance..even the dogs..lol! I'm so darn tired of all this rain some sun would be stupendous!

We got our permit and are ready to go to the park!

Lobodeb

05-15-2006, 09:29 AM

Ever heard the story of the Indians doing a Rain Dance to ask the Spirits for rain?

SUN Dance / SunShine Dance is the opposite.

Dawg Park is more *Phunn* in the Sun!

;)

I'm smarter than I appear, really! :o Boy do I feel stupid!!

*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*DANCING LIKE A LOON*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*

pitc9

05-16-2006, 09:15 AM

I'm helping you guys!! I'm doing the sunshine dance too!
I won't be able to be there :( but I still want the sun to be out so all of your pictures come out good so I can see them all!! :D
Sunday is my nephew/God Son's 2nd birthday party.

toni

05-16-2006, 10:31 PM

Hi my name is Toni and I'm the founder for the national dachshund race.please go to www.weinerrace.com for information.
this year Im looking for captains and volenteers who would like to set up meet all the breeds at the dachshund races.
this is my 6th year at the fair grounds and I hope to also have many dogs who need to find homes a new home.angels for animals is helping set up a adopt a thon with the recuse units.
can I pass out information about this event?Toni

Cinder & Smoke

05-16-2006, 10:45 PM

Can I pass out information about this event?
/s/Toni

I *think* you want to come to the Dawg Park on Monday, May 28 to pass out
literature for your "Dachshund Races" ??

Seem like it otta be A-OK with all of us. After all, if't for the Dawgs!! ;)

Dunno what the Parks Department might say ... but then they don't really have
to "know" about the literature.
Maybe Carrie will remember if there are any "rules" about advertising on Park Property.

Are you a Hancock Dog Park MEMBER? (I assume you have a Wiener-Dawg or two.)

cyber-sibes

05-16-2006, 10:46 PM

Hi Toni, welcome to PT. This is the race they hold in Findlay, right? I didn't go last year, but people from the dogpark were talking about it. Do you have any dogs yourself? Come by & meet all the PT dogs & owners :)

shais_mom

05-16-2006, 11:04 PM