Hilliard Public Service Dept.

Every day, as my lady and I walk our small dog
in the Hilliard Municipal Park off of Scioto
Darby Road, we constantly see dog owners walking their dogs off-leash. There are signs posted throughout the park stating that dogs must be on a leash and cleaned up after and if
not obeyed, will be fined $100. We do not
appreciate the uncertainty of not knowing if
an unleashed dog will be a menace to us or our pet. We have had more than a few scary
moments and have contacted the Hilliard Police Department a few times to report these
incidents without results. Surely the on-duty
Park workers must notice the unleashed dogs. I guess that pepper spray will be part of our dog-walking kit as well as the doggie bags. This is such a beautiful park and is one that we spend time in daily. Dog owners, please obey the
rules and let the park be an enjoyable, safe
experience for all.

Devoted Park Lover

Two families residing on a "private lane" on Dublin Road allow their dogs to run loose. One was almost ran over by an SUV Friday evening. Police were notified last fall of the issue twice with video surveillance portraying the dog on other people's property. Nothing was done.

After posting this the dog was almost ran over by a police officer on Dublin Rd. He said he was going to give them a "stern warning". I had to "shoo" the dog back her property and off of mine after the police officer left to supposively speak with them. I have not seen the dog since this incident, but I have heard her bark so I know she's still alive. I am grateful they are keeping a better watch of their dog now. I wish I could say the same for the other family's weiner dog.