Friends of the Barrington Dog Park

07/25/2026

Its always an adventure when you have a dog

06/29/2026

Hello Friends!

I'm sure many have noticed the p**p scooper at the park. We aren't sure who donated it (Thank you, its the thought that counts), but its been decided that its not really a good fit for the dog park environment. Loose p**p in the barrel will attract a lot of flies and other pests, also, its not a good look for the dog park. And we are sure the pet waste service won't enjoy the new "view".
If the person who donated the scooper could take it home with them by Wednesday, that would be great. It will be removed from the park after that.

05/28/2026

If someone with a battery-powered weedwacker could come by to cut down the tiny bit of grass at the dog park, that would be great. With the tick season in full swing, and at an all-time high, prevention is key.

Thanks!

05/23/2026

Today is the day! The groundbreaking ceremony for the Christine Conrad-Lane Memorial Dog Park will take place at 12:30pm at the Coveside Dog Park near Cove Haven Marina on Narragansett Ave in Barrington, RI. Please bring your dog and join us to witness this momentous occasion.

05/20/2026

Hello Friends!

Not sure who is spreading misinformation, but dogs are ABSOLUTELY ALLOWED at the groundbreaking event on Saturday. As a group, this is extremely frustrating.

Please bring your pooch to witness the official start of their new dog park.

05/19/2026

Hello Friends!
We apologize for the last-minute notification. A lot has been happening quickly. The groundbreaking ceremony will be this Saturday at 12:30pm at the Coveside Dog Park. Dogs and their well-behaved humans are encouraged to attend this momentous event.

05/13/2026

We have an update for those who would like to attend the memorial for Janice.
Here is a very lovely tribute to the very amazing Janice:
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/janice-o-donnell-obituary?id=61458301

And friends have created a Kudoboard for those who'd like to leave a tribute of their own:
https://www.kudoboard.com/boards/Jit3XgEg/JaniceODonnell

The memorial will be:
Celebrating Janice O'Donnell
Friday, May 15, 2026
2:00 pm
First Unitarian Church of Providence
1 Benevolent St
(Corner of Benefit and Benevolent)
Providence, RI
Reception to Follow

View Janice S. O'Donnell's obituary, send flowers and sign the guestbook.

05/12/2026

Dear Friends...
We lost a beloved member, and former president of the FOBDP, of our dog park community on Sunday. Janice was the mom of Penny & Tucker. She was a staple of the dog community and an asset to the association thru her experince in non-profits with the Providence Children's Museum.
Please see attached screen shot and info on her service.

05/11/2026

A jean jacket and two white towels were left at the Coveside Dog Park this weekend. Please pick them up. They will disposed of on Thursday if they are not picked up by then.

Thanks!

05/07/2026

Good morning Friends!

Please be advised that the original dog park, Parkside, is NOT open to the public at this time. The surrounding fields are not ready for foot traffic of any kind, and keeping everyone away from the area is still necessary until further notice. Please bring your dogs to the Coveside dog park located near the Cove Haven Marina on Narragansett Avenue.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.