At its February 6 meeting, the PenMet Board of Commissioners voted to begin the process of creating a 20 acre fenced off-leash dog park. The property is located across Bujacich Road from McCormick Forest Park.

This is nicely wooded property with trails, and includes a relatively flat area that can be easily cleared for an open space for dogs to chase balls and play together. This is not as large a dog park as we had hoped for, but we are thankful to the commissioners who have worked to make this happen. A special thanks to Commissioner Bill Sehmel.

We are grateful to the owners of Sophie's Touch, a downtown Gig Harbor pet supply store, who have offered a $500 in a matching grant for CHEW Dog Rescue. Please help us take advantage of this opportunity by contributing $10 or more. Make out your check to CHEW Dog Rescue, and mail it to CHEW Dog Rescue, c/o 5803 125th Street Ct NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98332-8657 Non-profit organization. Every dollar will go to the cost of rescuing dogs.