CLUB INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the Resort!

We are proud to be the only group dedicated to advocating for dog-friendly rules and responsible pet ownership in our community. Our mission is to foster cooperation, consideration, and mutual respect-ensuring that Roadhaven is a wonderful place to live for dog owners, non-dog owners, and of course, the dogs themselves.

While we enjoy connecting with fellow residents, we are not just a social club.  Our focus is on working closely with dog owners and neighbors alike to promote safety, comfort, and harmony throughout the community.  Through education, advocacy, and collaboration, we aim to create an environment where everyone feels at home-whether they have a furry friend or not.

Join us in making the Resort a model community for people and pets!  

Dog Parks

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Roadhaven’s Rules and Regulations Regarding Dogs

RULES Section VII: Pets – Rules & Regulations

• Leashes are required within the Resort.
• You are required to clean up after your dog.
• Do not let your leashed dog trespass on your neighbor’s private property.
• If you choose to walk your leashed dog on the streets, please carry dog waste bags. Should your dog have an accident, clean up immediately. Carry a sprayer of vinegar and water mixture and spray the area.
• Dogs are not allowed on resort maintained graveled or landscaped areas, in the Courtyard or at the Pools, at the tennis or pickleball courts, the bocce ball court or on the golf course. Dogs are not allowed on Residents private property without permission.
• Do not let your dog make an unreasonable amount of noise or to become a nuisance.

Some helpful suggestions from the Dog Club

Using the Resort’s Dog parks:
Please close and latch the gates behind you as you enter and leave.

The Small dog park is for small dogs weighing 25 pounds or less. Taking a small dog into the Large Dog park holds risks for accidental injury to the smaller dog and is not advised.

The Small Dog park has two fenced areas. The larger area is a communal area for small dogs. The smaller fenced area in the corner along the eastern edge is used for small dogs with special needs such as grumpy, aggressive, fearful, infirm or elderly dogs. Do Not Enter this small area while another dog and owner are using the area. Please wait your turn. Pick up dog’s feces with the dog waste bags provided by the Resort.

The Large dog park is for large dogs weighing over 25 pounds.

The Large Dog Park is one open area. Pick up dog’s feces with the dog waste bags provided by the Resort. Use the hose to hose off the artificial turf in the spot where your dog relieves itself (urine or feces). The water helps to keep the turf clean and keeps the odor under control. If you have a large dog with special needs, please contact the Dog Club. We will do our best to accommodate you and your dog.

You are responsible for your dog’s aggressive behavior. Do not allow your dog to harass or attack other dogs or people. If your dog acts aggressively, you will be asked to leave the Dog Park.

Entering and Exiting Dog Parks

Using the dog park double gate system keeps all dogs SAFE from escape as they enter or leave the dog park.

  • Open the first gate, move your dog inside, and close the gate.
  • Unleash your dog in the double gate area before entering the park.
  • Open the second gate​ to enter the park.
  • Close and latch the gate behind you

When Leaving the dog park

  • Check for dogs. Make sure no dogs have slipped between the gates with you.
  • Close and latch the gate behind you. ​
  • Open the final gate to exit the park. Lock the gate behind you.
Communal Water Dishes

There is a bowl for water and dog toys in each Park. These items do carry the risk of spreading germs between dogs.  Everyone has the right to restrict their dog from drinking from the communal water dish or playing with the toys. You do not have the right to deny another resident’s dog access to the toys or water dish.

EVENTS AND FUNDRAISERS

Come see us at the Club Open House.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Dog Groomers
  • What a Mess 480-983-4090 (for dogs with touchy nails ask for Sammi)
  • PetSmart at Signal Butte 480-360-9499
  • Cuts for Mutts 480-924-6674
  • Mesa Ohana Pet Spa 480-637 8928 Find them on Facebook (for skittish dogs ask for Paige)
  • Thee Groom Room in AJ Find her on Facebook (good for skittish dogs)
  • Evnit Pet Grooming 480-308-4679 www.Evit.edu/petspa affordable
Dog Sitter and Boarding
  • Brenda Van Den Berg (in Resort) 616-308-8736 dog sit, walker
  • Cindy (in Resort) 602-206-3248 dog sits
  • Gail Desmet (in Resort) 507-829-9319 dog sit
  • Dorrie Lake (in Resort) 602-489-1469 dog sit
  • Rockin Paws AZ Training and Boarding Phoenix 480-383-9727
  • Hopes Boarding Camp AJ 480-288-2959
  • AJ Dogtopia 480-424-5224
  • Gilbert Desiree Boarding and Grooming 480-380-0924
Veterinarians
  • Banfield at Petsmart in Mesa 480-358-6760
  • Power Road Animal Hospital 602-922-2109
  • VCA Apache Junction Animal Hospital 480-984-2114
  • Curem in Mesa 480-787-0544
    Lovet Pet Health Care 2748 S Signal Butte 480-347-9579
  • Caring Critters Animal Hospital in AJ 480-671-7387
  • Adobe Vet on Main in Mesa 480-832-2240
  • Vetco in Petco in Gilbert 480-333-5962
  • Pet Dental in Scottsdale 623-225-7508
  • Crown Urgent Vet Mesa 480-485-8556
Is registering you dog the same as joining the club?
Registering your dog at the Front Office is NOT joining the Dog Club. The Dog Club is a pro active group acting to preserve and protect the Resort rules governing our dog ownership in this Resort. Please join our Club to have a voice regarding Dog Ownership at Roadhaven.

CLUB OFFICERS

Current 25-26 Officers:
Beth Shell, President  320-491-4879,
Laurel Castiglione, Vice President,
Ginny Bachmann, Secretary,
Iris Moe, Treasurer

MEMBERSHIP DUES AND FEES

Registering your dog at the Front desk is NOT joining the dog club. The Dog Club is a pro-active group acting to preserve and protect the Resort Rules governing our dog ownership in this Resort. Please join our Club to have a voice regarding Dog Ownership at Roadhaven.

Club dues are $20 per year. Applications can be found in either dog park. Place registration and fee in envelope and place in Park Mail Only.

IMPORTANT DATES AND TIMES

We meet the first Monday of the month until March 2026. Join us in the Green Room in the Golf Clubhouse.

Our next meeting is at 12:45 pm March 2, 2026 in the green Room at the Golf Clubhouse.
Our Meetings are the first Monday of the month, 12:45 pm in the Green Room

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This page was last updated on Feb. 20, 2026

 

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