Here at Puppy Tales we are very interested in the further integration of animals into the community, as we expressly enjoy and believe in the benefits of our own pets. We have been keenly following the growing research that suggests that dog owners experience improved physical, social, mental and emotional health compared with non-owners. So when we came across the Pet Friendly Planning Award we were very excited.
Australia has one of the highest rates of pet ownership in the world, with almost two in every three homes accommodating a companion animal. It therefore makes perfect sense to incorporate ideas about pet friendliness into our plans for developing residential, commercial and public environments.
The 2012 Pet Friendly Planning Award will focus on the topic of best practice planning for Dogs and Public Open Space. Planners are invited to submit research, plans (including master plans), strategies or innovative solutions that address the needs of dogs and their owners in public open space.
The award value is $8,000, comprising of a $4,000 travel grant and $4,000 allowance. The winner of the award will be announced on World Town Planning Day in November 2012 and their project will be presented at the 2013 PIA National Congress.
The topic of Dogs and Public Open Space was inspired by research demonstrating that access to a local park with dog supportive features results in a number of broad community benefits such as healthy exercise for both owner and dog, increased social interaction, enhanced neighbourhood security and less nuisance behaviour from bored pets. Smart planning policies will account for pets and their owners, ensuring that their needs are integrated into open space planning.
Applying for the award:
Check out the Planning Institute Australia website for all the details including the background, criteria and application form.
Entries close 12th October 2012. We?re all looking forward to seeing the winning entry.
The ?Pet Friendly Planning Award? has been put together by the Planning Institute of Australia and the Petcare Information and Advisory Service.
Published on August 22, 2012
Source: http://puppytales.com.au/2012/08/22/pet-friendly-planning-award/
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