A Message From Executive Director Mark Rhatigan
Dear Residents:
The Business Office has received an unprecedented number of complaints pertaining to irresponsible dog owners/dog walkers who are not properly disposing of dog waste.
There seems to be a recent, and ongoing, trend in which bags that contain dog waste are being left on lawns, pathways, sidewalks and, according to reports, hung from trees within the community and on the cart path.
This is unacceptable – and extremely irresponsible — behavior. If you own a dog or walk a dog, you are responsible for cleaning up after the dog and disposing of the dog waste in a proper waste container.
We ask all residents to please be diligent, keep their eyes peeled and take photos of the people they see defying the rules of responsible dog ownership.
Please email your photos to the Business Office (
office@oronoquevillage.com) and we promise that the culprits will be contacted with stern written warnings and follow-up fines.
We are well aware that the majority of OV residents take pride in the trees, the gardens and the beautiful landscaping of this community and the nearby golf course.
Unfortunately, there are a few people who do not respect the grounds or their neighbors. We need your help in identifying the rulebreakers who are spoiling the scenic outdoors for others.
Thank you.
Mark Rhatigan
Executive Director
____________________________________________________________________________________________Oronoque Village allows its residents to own pets, with a limit of one pet per unit. However, there are specific guidelines that pet owners must follow. Below is a clarification of the Village rules that must be followed by dog owners.
Rules
1. One pet is permitted per unit.
2. Pets must be leashed when outside.
3. Pet waste must be picked up.
4. Pets may not be left unattended when outside.
5. Pet owners must maintain control of their pets.
6. Pets are not permitted to cause an ongoing disturbance.
7. Pets (excluding properly identified service dogs) are not permitted in the clubhouses, swimming pools, gym, racquet sports courts or other facilities.
8. Pets (animals) may not be raised or bred in or out of any unit in the Village.
9. Cats may not be let out to roam.
10. Pet owners must not permit dogs to walk on plants and should be mindful of other residents’ privacy when walking near units.
Information
1. Residents who have issues with pet behavior or with animal cruelty should contact the Town of Stratford Animal Control Department. Residents should also alert the Business Office that this action has been taken.
2. Dog owners who use expandable leashes should insure that their pet does not cause a problem to an oncoming vehicle or pedestrian.
updated 10.19.19
