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share it! Afie was rescued from the Humane Society and move to the Jarvis/Carlton area a year ago where he immediately took charge of the growing population of puppies. At 12+ years of age, he has the leadership skills needed for the coming struggle. All canine insurgency and dog park community groups should examine the organization power of Facebook DogBook.
As you know the insurgency had a partial victory last fall over the urgent need of a fenced yard at Allen Gardens (downtown Toronto, Canada). A fenced yard was created late fall, and has been used heavily by the local pack even in its unfinished shape. I say partial victory because it remains to be seen the health impacts of the 60% granite sand design, and the repercussions in terms of leash enforcement in the rest of the park which would likely be counter to the insurgency's dog park policy position. And why was it needed? Dogbook stats currently puts the number of dogs withing a 2.5 k distance of the park at over 2700. It has been a great shame that we have been side tracked and haven't been able to keep up this blog. We see that it still gets a lot of traffic, and want to invite any dog lovers out there to contribute. You can write articles about your park, make videos of your neighbourhood dogs, offer opinions and solutions to common dog related issues and political matters. The tone of all contributions should be playfully radical.
If you are interested in contributing, please email: canineinsurgency@gmail.com Hopefully we will have more time come spring to make more videos, but if you want to contribute videos to Canine Insurgency, we can show you how to earn a little money from it. Thanks to all Insurgency supporters. With battles over public space raging across North America, the Canine Insurgency would like to take a moment to clarify its position on dog park reform. Look forward to more detail dog park ideas in future postings.
There are a number of internet shows about dogs, like houndtv.com, these shows are geared toward helping owners and their beloved pet. Then were are fiction based show like Jett's Set. If there are any other great internet dog series out there, Canine Insurgency wants to hear about them. Put the link to your canine entertainment in the comments on this posting!
Share it! In this episode, Kid-Afie gets close and personal with a local dog lover. Anything to support the movement and get some free petting! Watch all the episodes on www.canineinsurgency.com Allan Gardens (west end) - Ward 27 Bickford Park - Ward 19 Burk Ravine (beside Sunnybrook Park ) - Ward 25 Cassels Avenue Playground - Ward 32 Cawthra Square - Ward 27 Cedarvale Ravine - Ward 21 Clarke Beach Park (at the foot of Cherry Street ) - Ward 30 David Crombie Park - Ward 28 Don Russell Memorial Park - Ward 6 Don Valley Brickworks - Ward 27 or 29? Eastern Beaches (Winter – South of Snow Fencing) - Ward 32 Greenwood Park - Ward 30 Hideaway Park - Ward 30 High Park (designated area) - Ward 13 Hillcrest Park - Ward 21 Jean Sibelius Park - Ward 20 Kew Gardens - Ward 32 Monarch Park - Ward 30 Nordheimer Ravine - Ward 21 Norwood Park - Ward 32 Oakcrest Park - Ward 32 Park Drive Reservation Lands - Ward 27 Ramsden Park - Ward 27 Rennie Park - Ward 13 Riverdale Park West - Ward 28 Sherwood Park - Ward 25 South Stanley Park - Ward 19 Trinity Bellwoods Park - Ward 19 Vermont Square - Ward 20 Wildwood Crescent Playground - Ward 32 Withrow Park - Ward 30 Woburn Park - Ward 16 Participate in the Canine Insurgency! Allen Gardens
 Is a good park with a large off-leash area, but with the usual lack of foresight the city neglected to build a fence of any kind along the Jarvis Street which is almost a highway with its 6 lanes. dogs are dying every season. It also has a lot of vagrant activity, that makes dog owners uncomfortable. There was even a story of a dog being hospitalized after finding a piece of crack and eating it. The park needs redevelopment. Riverdale Park  This is doggie paradise. No roads, no leash, no hassle. Only fun and play. On a Saturday you might see 20+ dogs at a time all day long and there are lots of big dogs. The off-leash rules are:
Jarvis Schoolyard  This is the disputed area. Its a poorly kept school yard field and track used regularly by up to 50 dogs. The yard is big and well fenced, perfect for young small and large dogs that need to run in a safe area. It is the only yard of this nature in a radius of a 20 minute walk. Monpegue Parkette  This park is a bit of a local affair, but all dogs and dog owners are welcome. Its small and has a fence along the road, backs onto a set of houses and is flanked by 2 buildings. One of the buildings has the charge of maintaining the park because its parking garage is build below it. The park could use some work, and the people generally pick up although you might not think so. There are just so many dogs using this park that you're bound to have some midnight misses. The park is free of undesirable activity common in the neighbourhood because there is almost always someone there with a dog. Watch the whole video series from the beginning! More parks will be added soon. To learn more about dog parks, check out this list. The Canine Insurgency supports the rescue of dogs from abuse and shelters. One of its main characters, General "The Kid" Afie, is a 12 year old rescue from The Toronto Humane Society.
Afie's history is not well known, he was at The Humane Society as a puppy, adopted for 10 years then returned. Adopted for a month or so, and returned. Was there for 11 months before being adopted by Christopher Guest. He was in bad shape at that time, glassy eyes, tripped on his feet, was afraid of tall grass, couldn't run, and would go half speed on any incline. There was times when he would just refuse to go down hill because he didn't want to  walk back up.But his real problems were fear and possessive aggression including biting. We can imagine a story that would easily lead this state of canine blues. American Eskimos are known to be very loyal to one person and aloof or yappie toward strange people and dogs. The were breed as circus performers and likely also used as guard dogs. They are very smart and easy to train. Afie had no doubt been to obedience training, and knew all the usual tricks. He walked behind his walker, he would sit on command and was very treat motivated. But the problems would come up after dark and they included night terrors, aggressive panic attacks and a general suspicion of everything. This include toys and food waved in what a normal dog would consider a playful way. But more importantly he was and remains concerned about the hands of people. This is what happens when physical discipline is used on the dog with poor family support and socialization. And this is the most dangerous situation for a dog. Ask any behaviorists and they will likely advise putting the dog to sleep once a dogs is biting for fear of being handled. Especially if children are in the home. But one year later, there are many more good days than bad days and he's the star of the hit dog soap opera Canine Insurgency (watch it from the beginning). We will post the full story by Christopher Guest and how he turned Afie around as a case study soon. Until then enjoy the show. Road Call!
General "The Kid" Afie  The Old Grump keeps the young troops in line! Captain Flappy  Wants everyone to be happy Kikia  Is loving life. Scout  The gentile giant, with the speed, spirit and a heart of gold. Willow Rose  The den mother we all need. Watch the whole video series from the beginning! Welcome and thanks for checking out the Canine Insurgency.
If you live in Toronto and love the dog lifestyle, we'll come and feature your neighborhood park. All you have to do is contact us and tell us about your park. You email us at contact@christopherguest.ca All submissions will be answered. And don't forget to mention the time on the weekend when your park is most full. And if you are from somewhere else and want to start your own Canine Insurgency franchise, then email us and we'll set you up to make a little extra money for your dog community association or doggie daycare. Its fun and easy, so join the movement. Share it! Scout is a beautiful goldendoodle who will run loops around anyone standing still. She is a perfect example that a really well socialized dog. This is why dogs need a place to play with each other, to learn to be gentile, to learn to communicate with dogs and people, and to feel a part of a community. A community that is the Canine Insurgency. Share it Riverdale Park’s off leash area, located at the very end of Carlton Street, is a virtual dog paradise. The field is large, open and away from any roads or danger. On Sundays the park is over-run with ball play where 4 or more dogs enjoy the chase. The area is actually a mixed use field for baseball, cricket and the occasional soccer or ultimate frisbee match. If the doggers had there way there would only be baseball and ultimate games in the space as the players of those sports tend to like dogs and even bring dogs along for the outing. The Insurgency applauds the Riverdale Off-leash area as a great first step in a comprehensive dog management strategy, but many more similar spaces need to be created to accommodate the growing population of dogs in Toronto. Share it! Kikia is a beautiful 11 month old American Eskimo. She's loving life, running everywhere, and needs a safe fenced yard to explore the world in. Find out more about the conflict around the Javis Collegiate Yard. Share it! Jarvis Collegiate is the only public fenced yard between Wellsley/Bloor and Carlton/Parliament. The yard is essential for small and young dogs that can't be trusted in a park by a busy road like the Allen Gardens dog off leash area. The school yard is poorly kept likely do to cutbacks. It hasn't been seeded for years and is basically a mud patch in the middle of running track. Previously the dogs owners and the school had an agreement where doggers would be diligent about cleaning up after their pets and report any vagrant activity and drug use in the schools sitting area. But with the explosion of dogs in the area, a new strategy is needed. The school's website mentions the conflict briefly. In the fall the principle of the school agreed to let the doggers in between Nov. 1st - May 1st, and June 15th - Sept. 1st. But in the final weeks the school reneged on that agreement. Share it! Constant occupation of the park is required to maintain the doggie protest. Kid-Afie shows the young ones how to do it. |
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