’Dog Park Finder’ now available

Forgot to read the signs when entering a park that allows dogs? Dog owners in the Central Okanagan now have a powerful tool available for their mobile device to keep them informed.

Dog owners can download the My Dog Matters App for free at the Google and iTunes app stores or access it on their desktop computer. If you’re among the close to 5,000 dog owners who’ve already downloaded the app, this special feature is available in the most recent update. More information can be found at mydogmatters.ca/ mdmapp

“Anyone, including visitors to the region, can access the My Dog Park Finder if they download the App,” said RDCO communications officer Bruce Smith. “The new feature has information on more than 230 parks that allow dogs in every area of the Central Okanagan including Kelowna, West Kelowna, Lake Country, Peachland and the Regional District’s regional and community parks. It provides the rules in each of these parks such as: on or off leash and dog beach access areas, just in case you miss any signs on your way in.

“Together with Google maps, the app provides you with directions to any particular dog-friendly park.

The new feature of the app is the result of an exciting collaboration between the Regional District’s innovative Geographical Information Systems team and Socilogica Technologies, the company that developed the My Dog Matters App, which was released earlier this year.

As a reminder to dog owners in the region, the My Dog Matters App lets you renew your annual license and includes the digital My Dog Matters Reward Card. This card provides the opportunity to receive special discounts at more than 50 participating businesses in the region.