20/08/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 20/08/2024 17:59
The Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center wants to remind dog owners to keep their four-legged friends on a leash while visiting the fairgrounds.
Canines are not allowed inside the fairground gates unless they have an ADA service animal classification, or they have prior approval for a canine-related event. However, many owners take their dogs to the facility's parking lots for exercise.
"The Fair & Expo Center features several grass parking areas, but it does not have a designated off-leash location," said Geoff Hinds, Fair & Expo Director. "While it might be enticing for owners to let their dogs run loose in these areas, city ordinance requires all dogs to be on a leash to ensure the safety and comfort of everyone visiting our facility."
The Fair & Expo Center is located in the City of Redmond. City ordinance requires that dog owners always keep their canine on a leash while in public areas, except for in designated off-leash areas. (City Code 5.265)
Leashes areimportant safety reasons including:
Dog owners looking for designated off-leash areas to take their pets can find a list of locations on the City of Redmondwebsite as well as the City of Bendwebsite.
For more information about dogs at the Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, please call (541) 548-2711 or visit expo.deschutes.org.
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Media Contact:
Geof Hinds, Deschutes County Fair & Expo
(541) 548-2711