National Dog Park Association ( NDPA)
An association of dog park owners, directors and managers. The NDPA promotes responsible dog park management practices. Works with private and public dog parks. Works to certify dog parks as meeting national recognized standards of sanitary operation. Works with groups to support dog friendly community programs.
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National Dog Park Association (NDPA) formed in 2024 to give individuals who own or manage dog parks an organization for their profession. The NDPA works to help develop a recognized level of standards for best operational practices.
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​National Dog Park Association members are dog park owners, directors, supervisors, managers and dog park workers. NDPA members can also be users and /or supporters.
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National Dog Park Association (NDPA) supporters can remain as is or accept a Director-at-Large position for their area. Working with local dog park professionals and encouraging dog friendly projects to enhance their community. Supporters can also support the NDPA through a paid membership or leadership course.
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​National Dog Park Association works to develop national events and special gatherings.
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National Dog Park Association's Director at Large helps to raises funds for their local dog parks with repairs and/or maintenance. Works with animal welfare groups and uses social media to promote local efforts. Assists their city in developing dog friendly spaces within the community.
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The National Dog Park Association (NDPA) recognizes and awards all supporters for their contribution to the organization and local works. ​
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Recognizes individual efforts to maintain park appearance and function.
Sponsors maintenance days.
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​Reddit Page - https://www.reddit.com/r/dog_park_association/​
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Linkedin Page - https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14552271/
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Rules of Engagement
Be kind and respectful under all circumstances, even if you feel the other person is being mean or rude. People are more likely to accept new ideas, arguments, or criticism when it is delivered with understanding and compassion. A baseline of kindness and respect will go a long way. If it takes a little longer to post nicely but you don’t have time, then delay posting until you do. Criticism should be constructive, not destructive. Criticism should be on topic and include an explanation of why and how they can improve for next time. The goal should be to educate and inform, not signal your own superiority. If you don’t have anything helpful to say, don’t say anything.
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