Washington Lake Park

Me at Washington Lake Park in Sewell, New Jersey, With my "Homerun Diggers T Shirt".

They also have a water fountain at the Park

I had a great time yesterday at Washington Lake Park.  After a brunch at my favorite outdoor bistro, Barbara Anne’s in Clayton, New Jersey, my “D” surprised me with a visit.  My birthday is tomorrow and he wanted me to be sure and have a good time with some friends to mark the special day, as he would not be able to take me on Tuesday.  I think the park is really special and there are several acres fenced that I can safely play, off of my leash.  The Dog Park is completely fenced and I can run freely without danger.  There are two sections divided off;  one for dogs over 30 pounds and one for dogs under 30 pounds, of course at 6 pounds 8 ounce I qualify for the later, even though I wanted to romp with the larger dogs.  The park also supplies ample water and bowls as well as poop bags to keep the park clean.  There are plenty of trees that shade from the hot sun and benches for my “D” to sit on while I play.  Some of the nice people have also left toys in the park, like balls.  I knew there was a reason why I put on my “Homerun Diggers” “T” shirt.

This is my new friend Ashley

There are too few dog parks that are fenced and it’s a bit of a trip from where I live in Franklin Township, but my “D” loves me and always goes out of his way.  At first I was disappointed as there were no other dogs at the park, that were my size, but then, I heard the front gate clink and Ashley showed up.   Now I knew I was going to have a good time.  We explored half the park play area together.

This is Nola, She had a bad leg, Nurse Dolly checked it out

The next to arrive was Nola.  Nola, was limping, because a big Labrador Retriever accidently, fell on her leg and broke it.  She was just out of the splints and I helped her exercise her leg, but she quickly tired and all of my efforts to excite her failed. 

My new Friends Woody(L) and Puzzle(R)

Just then Woody and Puzzle showed up and the romp was on again. 

After a while a young couple showed up with their little girl and dog Mia.  Mia was on a leash as her parents were hesitant to let her run free.  I would find out why later, because we got into a bit of a snit, she was not very sociable at all.  I understood because she was a rescue dog who had not been treated very nicely in the past.  I let her anti social behavior slide this time. 

A Ball a sniff a tree, running free.  What else could a girl ask for.

Then it happened, another Yorkshire Terrier at the gate, wow.  His name was Chaz and he was only 6 month old.  What a cutie!  We immediately hit it off and I shared my water with him.

I explained to young Chaz that Mia was not very sociable and it was best to leave her alone.

The group all agreed that Mia needed better manners, but I explained that she was trying, and just give her a little space.

Puzzle, Woody, Mia and I say goodby to Ashley.  I hope she comes back soon.

We all played for a couple of hours and then it was time to go home and besides, everyone else was leaving too.  I had a great day and a lot of exercise. 

It had been a long day and I Boinked ( I don't snore, I Boink)  in my dreams. 

As soon as I got home I conked out.