Note of 01/26/08:

According to news reports, Collier County is planning a recreation park, Manatee Community Park, in East Naples near Manatee Road. Supposedly, it will include a dog run with an area for large and small dogs, but it may take up to 18 months to two years to complete the park, which will sit on a 60-acre location. We'll keep you updated here.

NOTE: We can't visit every area on a regular basis, so if you have information about any dog parks or beaches, or any other animal recreation facilities, in the Manatee area, please contact FloridaPets.net.