Lower Merion Dog Walker Watch Training Set For May 22

ARDMORE, PA — Lower Merion Township residents who have dogs and want to help keep their neighborhoods safe are invited to participate in Dog Walker Watch training next month.

Lower Merion Police and the Lower Merion Community Watch are hosting a Dog Walker Watch training class on May 22 in Ardmore.

The training will be held at 7 p.m. at the Ardmore Fire House, 35 Greenfield Ave. in Ardmore.

"Dog walkers know their neighborhoods better than anyone," Matt Peskin, President of Lower Merion Community Watch, said. "The more trained eyes and ears – the better it is for everyone. The Dog Walker Watch training program includes both dog walkers and recreational walkers."

Dog Walker Watch encourages community members to assist local law enforcement by lending extra eyes and ears while walking their dog.

The program increases the partnership between police and community, provides resources for neighbors to be more aware and how to effectively observe and report suspicious activity.

Peskin said the Dog Walker Watch program has spread to more than 3,500 communities nationwide.

Two participants will win a Ring doorbell, and all owners will be given a Dog Walker Watch bandana.

Register online here.

Contact Peskin at 610-649-7055 with questions.