July 31, 2019
Dog Walker Watch
There are hundreds of dog walkers throughout Renton at all times of the day or night. They are often preoccupied with texting, social media browsing, listening to music or on phone calls. Dog Walker Watch is a crime awareness program that encourages dog walkers to set aside those distractions and assist the Renton Police Department as extra eyes and ears in our on-going crime prevention efforts.
How the Program Works
The program trains you how to effectively observe and report suspicious or criminal activity as you are routinely out in your neighborhood. You know your neighborhood best and are in the best position to spot anything that looks unusual or out of place.
Training Class - September 12, 2019
You can now register for our first training class which will be held on September 12 at Heritage Park. Community members with well-behaved dogs are encouraged to register early as we expect this inaugural session to fill up quickly! All registered pups will receive a free Dog Walker Watch bandana and are eligible for fun raffle prizes during this training!
Eastside Veterinary Associates will also be onsite to provide free microchipping (scanning or installation, whichever is applicable) following the training class. Microchipping is a quick, safe and simple procedure which inserts a tiny chip into your dog. Only about 22% of lost dogs that enter animal shelters are reunited with their families. However, the return-to-owner rate for microchipped dogs is over 52%!
If you have questions regarding this upcoming training class, please contact Cyndie Morris, Community Programs Unit.
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About the City of Renton
The City of Renton, Washington, with a population of 104,100 (2018), is located on the southeast shore of Lake Washington, just south of Seattle. Renton's strong economic base, diverse marketplace and favorable business climate have attracted the attention of nationally recognized companies that are providing employees and their families an outstanding quality of life. Renton is the home of Boeing, PACCAR, IKEA, the Seattle Seahawks, and the eternal resting place of Jimi Hendrix. More information can be found on our website, news releases, or Facebook, Twitter, and Nextdoor pages.
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