Should dogs be allowed to roam free in Ruffey Lake Park or should they be restrained on leads?
Post your view below. The proposal has been put forward by the Ruffey Lake Park Advisory Committee, which has also suggested introducing permits to give certain dog owners an off-lead licence for the council-owned park. Cr Geoff Gough, who suggested the off-lead dog permit idea, said the proposal to make the park an on-lead area had “overwhelming support” from the majority of committee members and reflected a genuine community concern. “We have a responsibility to all park users to ensure they feel safe in our parks. Residents should not fear being accosted by uncontrolled dogs on walking paths in the park,” Cr Gough told the Leader. Animal lobby Friends of Manningham Cats and Dogs has spoken out against the suggestion. Group spokeswoman Doreen Burge said they were very disappointed with the proposal. “We would hope that the status quo will remain because the majority of park users are responsible pet owners and do the right thing,” Ms Burge said. On her side is Mayor Charles Pick, who
