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Davie Dog Park Offers 5 Acres of Off-Leash Space By Mary Elizabeth Robertson Photos by Shane Baskin
Editor's Note: We all like to discover interesting people, places and things in our own backyard. The new "Who Knew?" column will spotlight intriguing aspects of the area that may not be readily apparent. If you have topics to suggest, let us know. Drop Publisher JJ Bissell a line at jjbissell@ballantynemagazine.com.
put some pep in your step and change up the daily routine. What better place to do that
ANOTHER TYPICAL DAY AT WORK. Another ordinary drive home. As you grab the leash to take your dog out after being crated all day, your dog looks at you with longing eyes. "Seriously," he seems to ask. "Can't we do something fun, please?" It's time you and your best friend find a place to
than Davie Dog Park? The dog park is located inside William R. Davie Park, located just east of the Rea Road intersection. The dog park spans five acres of enclosed, off-leash space, comprised of two enclosed areas; one on the left and right — the left for small dogs, weighing less than 20 pounds, and one on the
right for bigger breeds. The right side is larger than the eye can see. That's where Grant Newhouse and girlfriend
Kathlin Harbert can often be found, hanging out with their two dogs. Newhouse and Harbert have visited several of Charlotte's dog parks. This is one of their favorites because of the grassy areas and the trees aligning the
Visiting the park makes Larry smile.
Kathlin Harbert and Grant Newhouse enjoy the park with their pups, Zoe and Larry.
SPRING 2012 BALLANTYNE MAGAZINE 59