Scheduled Improvements to the Dog Park:  

• Interior fencing and gate to separate the pond from the main park
• A bulletin board for announcements
• Temporary fencing surrounding the pond 
• A small dog area in the northeast corner of the park

These improvements are funded by RUFF, with support from Pooches on the Parkway participants and sponsors.   

The Dog Park - In the beginning

It all started with a dream. Bernita Cauthon had a vision for an off leash dog park in Blue Springs; a place where dogs could socialize and play with each other, and where dog lovers could gather.

In June of 2005, this vision was brought forward during a Stand Up Blue Springs summit, and resulted in the formation of RUFF (Responsible Unleashed Fun for Fido), a group of local citizens with the common goal of establishing an off leash dog park in Blue Springs. RUFF is co-chaired by Chris Henning and Dena McLean.

Dog Park Now Open

We’ve come a long way since June of 2005.          2.7 acres of land in the new Gregory O Grounds Park has been turned into Blue Springs first Off-Leash Dog Park. The dog park includes access to a small pond, lots of open space, and large trees for shade. We’ve included a people/canine water fountain, and a dog wash area at the exit. The park offically opened August 11th, 2007.

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