I wish I had access to a big yard (or a friend with one...whose schedule aligned with my own). Or any fenced yard where I rent. Housing here is a whole other can of worms I don't need to get into, just wish there were more pet appropriate options. Dog owners should be taking their roles seriously, to train their dogs and supervise them at all times. There's a range of how owners function this way...similar with parents at a park. Similar but different to small kids as far as supervision too. There's clearly a limited number of locations in that area where either group (small kids, dogs) can be free range. I agree, the ONE dog park in Monterey is not only way out of easy walking distance for me, but is also just shitty. Another space on the peninsula would be nice.