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 […]
Population Type: Pet Owners
Storm Utility T Basin – Pet waste
Pet waste has been identified as a likely source of high levels of fecal coliforms in a tributary to the White River. This tributary is downhill from a large residential area. The aim of this project will be to educate these residents about the issues associated with improper disposal of pet waste. Read the final […]
Sustainable Dog Park
Muscatine was interested in developing its first dog park as a community amenity. Students surveyed best practices for dog parks in communities similar to Muscatine and identified recommended amenities, including water, water features, ground covering, benches, pavilions, fencing, walking paths, waste control, among others. Students created preliminary designs for the dog park, including potential planned […]
Keokuk Sustainable Dog Park Design
Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner. Iowa Initiative for Sustainable Communities Contact Info University Faculty Contact Local Government / Community Contact […]
Long-desired dog park planning recommendations provided by Arizona State University graduate students
Long-desired dog park developed by Arizona State University graduate students […]
ASU faculty and students help Apache Junction develop local histories and plans for a sustainable future
ASU faculty and students help Apache Junction develop local histories and plans for a sustainable future. […]