SEMMES, Ala. (WALA) – The city of Semmes revealed its love for dogs by including a dog park.
FOX10 News existed Saturday for the grand opening of K-9 Korner, the city’s very first dog park. It’s not just a well-shaded location to collect, however there are lots of enjoyable things for the dogs to enter.
City leaders said it was something they saw a requirement for and are pleased it’s lastly a reality.
“A lot of people, the biggest part of their family — or a lot of part of their family is their dogs. So, we wanted to make sure are doing what the community needs and we needed a dog park,” said Liz Lovelady with Semmes Community Outreach.
“We’re excited. We’re excited it’s finally open and the community is really excited to be out here,” she said.
Dog owners were likewise enjoyed have the brand-new park.
“It’s going to stop people from wasting gas and having to drive all the way out of the community — all the way going all the way out to Cottage Hill,” said Semmes citizen Sean Rupert. “So right around here is perfect. Like I said, for me being a disabled veteran, I won’t have to drive that far. I’m two minutes around the corner. For me and my daughter, we are going to be here probably every weekend.”
The place will likewise be the future home of the Semmes Welcome Center.
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