A new series we are starting that will not only introduce you to some of the dog parks around the mornington peninsula but we will also be sharing some fun facts and information about a different breed of dog for every cache in the series! Although they are numbered they don't have to be done in order. We have also got our resident expert, Ebony (Gnome5580s geodog!) Who will be giving each dog park a score of 1 to 5 paws depending on how much she approves of this park! 🐶 we hope you enjoy this series as much as Ebony had testing each of these parks out 😉 and on that note here is her opinion of this park:
This large off leash park is great for all types of dogs. Its well maintained with good fencing and in general other puppies have all been friendly and playful! There is a small park for the kids to have a play just outside the leash free area. This dog park is also home to the rosebud community garden which is situated right in the middle of the park and is completely fenced for a reason! This area is private property so unless you are a member of the community group please do not go into the garden! There is no need to go into this area to retrieve the cache but still take the time to notice how much effort they put into their garden, they grow all kinds of things there including various fruits and veggies not to mention all kinds of flowers and plants, it's always nice to appreciate the efforts of volunteers of the community. There is plenty of shade and seats for people as well as a drinking fountain for puppies and their humans! Ebony gives this park 5 paws as it has everything a dog needs to have a safe and fun run around! There is a rubbish bin at the entrance so remember: PLEASE PICK UP THE POOP!
Our first breed for this cache is very appropriate because Ebony is a:
MINIATURE FOX TERRIER
Foxies are generally three colors ; black and white, tan and white, or black, white, and tan.
They are great all rounder dogs and can adapt to city or country life.
Life span: 10-14 years
Mini Foxies, as they are often known, have been bred in Australia (under several different names) since the 1800s. These tenacious little terriers are the descendants of fox terrier types bred in England and brought to Australia by early settlers. The breed developed along similar lines as the American Toy Fox Terrier. As far as can be determined, small Smooth Fox Terriers were crossed with Manchester (Gentlemen’s) Terriers. Smaller puppies from these litters were further bred and later crossed with other small breeds such as English Toy Terrier, Whippet and Italian Greyhound. Breeders were seeking a light, fast dog that would retain the characteristics of the Fox Terrier, while hunting smaller pests such as rabbits and rodents. The Miniature Fox Terrier is an Australian breed which has bred true for generations. Its look is unique and for more information on this breed check out:
https://www.dogbreedinfo.com/miniaturefoxterrier.htm
THE CACHE: You are looking for a micro that should be fairly easy to find just please be aware that this park can get very busy at times and muggles can appear from any direction at any time so some stealth may be required and make sure to cover it up again afterwards so that it's not out in the open for a muggle to spot! Please also remember the cache is NOT inside the community garden which will not always be open so please do not disturb anything inside the garden or try to force your way inside, please respect the garden and all the people that help maintain it!! BYO pen and most importantly enjoy the hunt!! 🐕🦺😉
CONGRATULATIONS TO 999HUNTER FOR FTF!! 😃 🎉🎊🎉