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Dog Park “Petiquette” and Whether Dog Parks Are All They’re Cracked Up to Be? The concept of dog parks started in California in 1979; today, they can now be found in every state except Alaska. In Chicago alone, there are some 23 off-leash dog parks, according to BringFido.com. The whole idea of dog parks was borne to provide a large space (usually not less than one or two acres) in which dogs can exercise and play off-leash and interact with other dogs in a controlled environment, under the supervision of their owners. The last part of that sentence is they...

How to Walk Your Dog in Chicago Last Updated: 3/17/2019 Here at Sparky Steps, we know how excited your pup gets when you sing out “do you want to go for a walk?” That’s why our dog-walking team consists of only the most compassionate, enthusiastic and safety-oriented people. There are many great things to see and do throughout Chicago, which begs a very serious question: “How can I make sure my dog and I have the best walk possible?” Don’t worry, we’re here to help! Map out your adventure To ensure the best possible walk, plan out the route you...