CADPA NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION CHECKLIST
New dog should remain in the car while member is oriented to the park. Once orientation is complete, the new dog can enter the park for a meet and greet. Please use your discretion as to whether it is appropriate to introduce the new dog to the present group. If needed, use the small dog park/entrance run and pull 1-2 calmer dogs over to meet and greet without overwhelm. When in doubt, recommend the dog use the separate pen or return during a quieter time to get used to the park.
NEW MEMBER NAME
First Name
Last Name
Name of Orientation Volunteer
First Name
Last Name
Date
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Year
2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year
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1. KEY FOB USE, PACKET INFO, GENERAL INFO
Review key fob use (entry and button to exit). Avoid getting locked out!
No children under 12 are permitted in the park.
No admittance to non-members (visitors/dog sitters will need to sign a liability waiver prior to entering). No admittance to non-member dogs.
Review hours of operation (dawn to dusk). Remind about parking lot safety/locking vehicles.
GroupMe app - post when you’re coming or direct message users to schedule playdates
Water dish/fountain - where and how it works
Any questions or issues contact the board at info@carlisleareadogparks.org
2. DOG PARK ETIQUETTE/SAFETY
Entrance/gate safety - pull your dog back when a new dog is entering to minimize risk of incidents. If another dog is entering or exiting, wait outside of the gate area with your dog.
Remove your dog’s leash prior to entry into the main park
No personal toys, food, or treats are allowed in the park
Scoop your dog’s poop immediately - carrying bags out as you leave
Understanding dog play, roughhousing, and acceptable behavior (wagging vs tucked tails, growling, wrestling, chasing vs aggressive behavior)
“Head on a swivel” - protect your knees from running dogs, and if you’re going to look at your phone we suggest sitting on the bench or keeping your back to the table
Stay aware of your dog at all times and monitor for aggression towards or from other dogs.
3. INCIDENTS/ISSUES
If your dog instigates an incident you must remove them from the park immediately.
Incident Report - available on the website. Must be filled out for any board action to take place. Should be submitted for: dog attacks, blood drawn (human or dog), human injury, theft, other accidents, vandalism - when in doubt, submit!)
3 Strike Rule - board will address issues with dog aggression. 1st Strike: instigator must post on GroupMe prior to coming to the park and work around the schedule of the other party; 2nd Strike: 3 month suspension from the park with recommendation for further training/behavioral modification; 3rd Strike: permanent ban from the park
By signing below, New Member acknowledges orientation and understanding of park rules/procedures.
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