Southwestern Wire donated all of the fencing needed for the two acre site. The Big Event Group
from OU donated the cement and installed most of the poles at the site. The last of the poles were placed by a volunteer group
organized by Mary Katherine Long of Norman. The poles were purchased with community donations.
The fencing had to be strung on the poles. The target
date was tentatively set for the end of July. Gating, a water supply for the dogs, doggie bags, and paving to accomodate wheelchairs
and entrance for the dogs were a necessary part of the park. Later on benches and additions were to be added to the Park as
donated funds allowed.
Funds for the park have been donated totally by the Norman
Community, residents, students, and businesses. Five veterinarians in Norman contributed piggy bank funds for four months
running.
We needed (and STILL need) donation of funds and volunteers
to complete the Dog Park. What a great community gathering place for dogs to run, play, and exercise while the owners visit
and enjoy the outdoors with others in the Norman community.
