The Dog Country project is an initiative aimed at creating a dedicated dog ‘space’ in the picturesque area of Kinlochleven, within the Scottish Highlands. It is intended to provide.

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The project is designed to provide safe enclosed areas where dogs can freely engage in their natural behaviours such as running, playing, exploring, discovering, learning and socialising with other dogs. It would also offer wellbeing retreats, secluded areas, and nature bathing to local and visiting dog owners and offer support to local charities such as Lochaber Hope, Ewan’s Room and Lochaber Women's Aid.

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Key Goals:

• Support dog owners and promote responsible dog ownership.
• Reduce biting, fouling, livestock harm and straying incidence.
• Reduce incidence of dogs being surrendered or euthanised.
• Provide a network and base for information regarding canine husbandry, welfare and sports.
• Provide health and social benefits including maintenance of good physical and mental welfare for both people and dogs.
• Build the foundation for responsible dog ownership that could be replicated community, village, town, city and countrywide
• Allow ‘real world’ training not found in more formal settings.
• Provide a natural outdoor environment to encourage learning through play similar in scope and ambition for children's outdoor learning facilities.
• Build partner networks through connected agencies in the wider community to preserve and nurture the environment, heritage and culture.
• Create a community hub for engagement where dog owners can meet, socialise, share experiences and thrive

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Achievements:

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Community Support: The project has garnered interest and wide support from local and visiting dog owners as well as the broader community. Featured in local media.

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Planning and Development: Significant progress has been made in planning and developing the park, including securing a lease for the land, securing finance and designing the park layout.

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Educational Programs: Plans to implement educational programs on dog care and environmental conservation are also in place.

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