DOG WASTE IS RAW SEWAGE!
Scoop it, bag it, and place it in the trash.
Do Not Leave Dog Waste In:
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Do’s
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Off Leash Areas
Unimproved Roadsides and Trails
Paved Streets, Sidewalks, & Trails
Your Yard, Park or School Grounds
Adjacent Open Space
Carry disposable bags at all times while
walking your dog.
Pick up waste and dispose of it in trash.
CHEW works in cooperation with PenMet
Parks to maintain and enhance the
Bujacich Off Leash Dog Park.
We need volunteers to organize and
participate in trail maintenance work parties,
oversee the bulletin board/kiosk, keep it
updated and keep people aware of events and
educational programs.
To help, please contact Sherette Main at:
[email protected]
or visit us at
http://www.gigharbordogparks.org
Don’ts
 Do Not allow dogs to defecate on school or
park fields where children play.
 Do Not Kick, throw, or dispose of waste in
nearby natural areas or forest.
 Do Not Flush dog waste into public or private
sanitation systems.
 Do Not Bury dog waste.
 Do Not Compost dog waste; it’s not fertilizer.
Critical Health Issues Related to Pet Waste:
 Pet waste is a health risk to people, especially
children.
 Pet waste is full of bacteria that can make
people sick. If it's washed into storm drains and
ends up in a lake, stream or Puget Sound, the
bacteria can end up in shellfish. People who eat
those shellfish or drink contaminated water can
get very sick.
 Pet waste contains Roundworms, E.coli, Giardia
and many other microorganisms that can be
transmitted to humans. Some of these
organisms can survive in the soil for years.
Children who play in the yard and adults who
garden are most at risk of infection.
www.piercecountywa.org/petwaste
Off Leash Areas
Gig Harbor
&
Regional Area
produced by:
and
PenMet Parks
10123—78th Ave NW
Gig Harbor, WA 98332
P.O. Box 425, GH 98335
253-858-3400
[email protected]
Off Leash Areas
Bujacich Off Leash Area (PenMet Parks)
10100 Bujacich Road NW, Gig Harbor
(Park in Fire District #5 Headquarters Lot)
Estimated Opening by
December, 2012
Bujacich Off Leash Dog Area
RULES AND REGULATIONS
1. Aggressive dogs are not permitted.
2. Handlers assume all risks related to use of the off
leash area and assume legal responsibility for any
damage or injury caused by their dog(s).
3. Dog(s) shall be in view of handler and under verbal
command at all times.
4. Children under 12 must be under constant adult
supervision.
5. Dogs are required to have current vaccinations and
must wear collar displaying current license tag.
6. No picnicking in the off leash area.
7. Handlers must carry one leash per dog.
8. Handlers are required to clean up their dog waste
and dispose of it in receptacles provided.
Bujacich Off Leash Area — Location and Trails
Other Regional OLA’s
Kitsap County:
Bandix http://www.kitsapdogparks.org/bandix.htm
Take Hwy 16 to the Burley Olalla Road, go east on Burley
Olalla, turn right on Bandix.
The off leash dog park is on the right.
Howe Farms http://www.kitsapdogparks.org/howe.htm
Take Hwy 16 to Sedgwick. Travel east on Sedgwick about
three miles to Long Lake Road. The park is located on Long
Lake Road between Mile High Drive and Sedgwick.
Silverdale Dog Park http://www.silverdaledogpark.com/
11601 Silverdale Way NW, Silverdale
Pierce County/Tacoma:
Chambers Creek Off Leash Area
http://co.pierce.wa.us/pc/abtus/ourorg/ccp/OLAprojects.htm
Fort Steilacoom Park Off-Leash Area
8714 - 87th Avenue SW, Lakewood
Rogers Park Off-Leash Dog Park
East 34th St & East "L" St, Tacoma
McKinley Park Off Leash Demonstration Area
907 Upper Park St, Tacoma
Point Defiance Park Off Leash Demonstration Area
5400 N Pearl St., on Five Mile Drive south of Fort Nisqually
9. Female dogs in heat are not permitted.
10. Horses and wheeled vehicles (bicycles, etc.) are
not permitted in off leash areas.
11. No more than 3 dogs per handler.
12. Dogs must be ON-LEASH when not in designated
OLA area.
Public animal issues are handled by Pierce County
Animal Control: 253-798-PETS (7387)
Handlers are also
encouraged to:
1. Bag and dispose
of any dog waste
left by others.
2. Discourage dogs
from
charging
fence line for
activities outside
the OLA area
such as horses.
3. H e l p
others
remember rules
when needed.
Use a leash unless in a designated Off Leash Area
Importance of Following On-Leash Laws
Dogs are required to be on-leash when not in a designated off leash area. Reasons for on-leash laws are
numerous including:
1. It’s the law.
2. Most other handlers are following the rules and
you should, too.
3. Safety and respect of other people and their
pets. There are many reasons people don’t want
even friendly dogs approaching them or their
pets including allergies, fears, clothing, and more.
4. Knowing where your dog is defecating so you
can clean it up.
Pet Waste is Raw Sewage
It affects Puget Sound and
Our Local Streams and Lakes
http://www.kingcounty.gov/environment/
waterandland/stormwater/videos/pet-wastestormwater.aspx