DOGS: Bark for this park

We moved to Coeur d’Alene in September 2014. We love it here. Our neighbors told us about the Nez Perce Dog Park a few months ago. Ever since we go on a regular basis.

The people and dogs we have met at the park are wonderful. There’s Henry, the elderly basset hound who’s considered the Mayor of the Dog Park. You ALWAYS know when Henry is in the park by his distinct tuba-sounding bark.

His owner, Bob, was one of several people who were instrumental in getting the park started years ago. He’s a wonderful man to talk to, and we love hearing about the dynamics that went into getting the dog park started and keeping it going.

I would like to say thank you to Bob, the city of Coeur d’Alene and everyone else involved in putting this dog park together.

The park is huge. There’s lots of room for the dogs to play, run and get familiar with other dogs. The city always keeps it clean. For the most part, everyone cleans up after their dogs. They have two faux fire hydrants in the park which give it character.

I’m thankful to live in a city that provides this to its citizens and I’m thankful to the people who took the time out of their busy lives to put this great park together.

BEVERLY HANSON

Coeur d’Alene