The Houston Dog Park Association is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit
organization founded in 1998. The purpose of HDPA is establishing a
network of dog parks in Houston and the surrounding communities.
HDPA was responsible for getting the very first dog park
in Housotn, award winning Millie Bush Bark Park. When other cities and
counties saw the huge success of award winning Millie Bush bark Park,
dog parks began popping up all over town.
HDPA is not involved in the support or planning of all
new dog parks but it is our goal is to help advise during the planning
of future dog parks in order to help the cities and counties that build
them to make successful and safe dog parks. We would also like to help
them avoid some of the common pitfalls that occur when designing, constructing
and opening a new dog park. If you would like HDPA to work with you
to ensure the success of your dog park please
contact us. We are happy to help!
To that end, HDPA has worked over the years to raise
public awareness of the benefits and appropriate use of dog parks. While
it has no jurisdiction over the dog parks, HDPA has been instrumental
in helping Houston become a nationally recognized dog-friendly city.
Going forward HDPA is becoming more active in the planning and advocacy
for more dog parks all over Houston. In this way HDPA is also keeping
to it's mission of educating about responsible dog ownership.
Now that Houstonians have embraced the concept of dog
parks and those dog parks have been recognized and awarded as the best
dog parks in the country (with more to come), HDPA continues to serve
as an advisor to area groups as they plan and open their own local or
neighborhood parks. HDPA also acts as a community liason and advocate
for existing dog parks, to help resolve issues and concerns at the various
dog parks by maintaining a strong partnership with city and county parks
department officials. Learn more about HDPA's
current Programs.
HDPA's MISSION:
HDPA is dedicated to educating all people as to the responsibilities
and benefits of pet ownership and supporting the development of off-leash
dog parks as environmentally compatible areas for enjoyment and recreation.
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Through your donations, the HDPA is able to continue
our educational, advisory, and support efforts at local dog-related
events and on our web site. HDPA will also use donations to fund dog
parks. While your financial contribution
is important to us, your volunteer efforts as
“a working member” are invaluable. Join us and help
your dog have the time of its life.
We have a great team started and need a few good
dedicated dog lovers! If you would like to interview for a Board position
or Committee Chair position that is open, please email info@houstondogpark.org
HDPA
Board of Director, Officers:
President:
Tiffany Moore
Vice President: open
Secretary: Angie Futch
Treasurer: open
Member at Large: Lisa Goebel
Committees
Communications:
Open
Financial: Barbara Cady
Social Media: open
Press Release: open
Events Manager: Lisa Goebel
Membership Manager: open
Volunteer Manager: open
Park R & D: Desiree Motz
City & County Liason: Tiffany Moore
Webmaster: Tiffany
Moore

A few of the awesome Executive Directors and Committee Members of HDPA