Dog park opens in memory of Scott County family

Dog park opens in memory of Scott County family

Tierra Combs

Staff Writer

The beautification process of Scottsburg continues as a new dog park opened its gates. The Eric and Lauren Graham Memorial Dog Park officially opened on Oct. 22. The park is open dawn to dusk, seven days a week.

Approximately seven acres of land, donated by Eric, Diane and Lauren Graham, were devoted to the enjoyment of Scottsburg’s citizens and their furry friends. Two acres of land were dedicated to larger, more active dogs, and one acre of land was allotted to smaller, less active, or nervous dogs. The park also features a shelter house with restrooms and a picnic area. The city hopes that the dog park will also act as a gathering space for dog owners.

“I listened to the people in the community. So many people have dogs and really wanted a place to be able to take them without interfering with the public and the public

not interfering with the dogs. Eric Graham graciously donated the property to the City and it looked like a great place to build a dog park,” Mayor Bill Graham said.

Everyone planning to enjoy the dog park is expected to register themselves and their dogs at the Scottsburg City Hall. Registration includes an annual fee of $25 for the first year of registration and $15 for every year of registration after.

Once registered, the dog owner will receive a key fob that will allow them access to the fenced dog area.

Dog owners are thrilled for their pets with the opening of the dog park.

“The dog park is going to be really great for my dogs. They’ll be able to meet other dogs and run around instead of being stuck inside my house all day. It’s also a lot safer than walking them on the roads by my house,” said Elise Coleman (10), an owner of two dogs.

Zoe Zellers (11) said the Eric and Lauren Graham Memorial Dog Park will allow her dogs to receive more physical activity and lively experiences.

“Having the dog park in Scottsburg would allow me to get my dog out more. I think this will give him an opportunity to experience more than walking him on a sidewalk when we take him out for a walk,” Zellers said.

The dog park officially opened on Tuesday, Oct. 22. Public registration is open at the Scottsburg City Hall.