As of 2009, approximately 39% of U.S. households owned at least one dog. Today, off-leash dog parks are the fastest-growing type of park in the country. At these facilities, which range widely in amenities, dogs are allowed off their leashes to play and interact, while owners also get the chance to exercise and build social capital. In tandem with this trend, Apache Junction has developed three plans for an off-leash dog park in the city since 2008.
Apache Junction’s first off-leash dog plan was...
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- University Arizona State University
- Program Project Cities
- Sustainable Development Goals 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
- Population Type Pet Owners
- Focus Areas Equity
- Discipline Public Affairs
- University Department Public Affairs
- Status Completed
- Lead Local Gov / Community Partner Org Name Apache Junction