pipi-can

English translation: off-leash area

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Catalan term or phrase:pipi-can
English translation:off-leash area
Entered by: David Russell

11:22 Nov 19, 2004
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Catalan term or phrase: pipi-can
The corner of a park set aside for dog's to do their business. Does this have a name in English?
David Russell
Spain
Local time: 12:18
off-leash area
Explanation:
That's what they call them in the U.S.

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Note added at 55 mins (2004-11-19 12:18:02 GMT)
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Something like 12,700 Google hits. The difference being that in the U.S. they\'re also used to give dogs a fenced-in space for running, roaming & doing \"their thing\" too... The difference in size & uses is due to a space issue as well, because space is at a premium in BCN while there\'s no want of it in most of the States.

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Note added at 56 mins (2004-11-19 12:19:09 GMT)
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Something like 12,700 Google hits. The difference being that in the U.S. they\'re also used to give dogs a fenced-in space for running, roaming & doing \"their thing\" too... The difference in size & uses is due to a space issue as well, because space is at a premium in BCN while there\'s no want of it in most of the States.

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Note added at 57 mins (2004-11-19 12:19:58 GMT)
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I just saw the last reference given by Sheila - looks like they call it the same in Australia too.

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Note added at 1 hr 0 min (2004-11-19 12:22:39 GMT)
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I just saw the last reference given by Sheila - looks like they call it the same in Australia too.

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Note added at 1 hr 0 min (2004-11-19 12:22:49 GMT)
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I just saw the last reference given by Sheila - looks like they call it the same in Australia too.
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Martin Perazzo
Spain
Local time: 12:18
Grading comment
Sounds right for my document -Thanks to everyone
4 KudoZ points were awarded for this answer



Summary of answers provided
5off-leash area
Martin Perazzo
4doggie-do corner
moken
2dog's toilet / dog's toilet area in park???
Sheila Hardie


  

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7 mins   confidence: Answerer confidence 4/5Answerer confidence 4/5
doggie-do corner


Explanation:
Hi David,

I can't say I know of any specific name and haven't found anything on the net. Therefore, just a suggestion.

Good luck!

Álvaro :O):O)

moken
Local time: 11:18
Works in field
Native speaker of: Spanish
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dog's toilet / dog's toilet area in park???


Explanation:
I have sometimes wondered about this one too - when passing these smelly places! I don't think I've ever seen one outside of Spain. If you don't find anything else, I suppose you could always call it a 'dog's toilet'! Or use the word 'pipi-can' and explain what is is - see below too.

I have been visiting this site for years,first with my children and now with my grandchildren. If you want a family friendly site this is the place to go. There is no club house but the pub, five minutes walk is child friendly with a play area at the back. the toilet and showers are cleaned regularly and are of a high standard. There is a campsite shop launderette, and a play area. Dogs are welcome but are not allowed to roam, and there is a dog's toilet on site. If you want a fuss free site with lots of interesting places in walking distance this is the site for you.


http://www.ukcampsite.co.uk/sites/reviews.asp?revid=2551




http://news.bbc.co.uk/cbbcnews/hi/chat/your_comments/newsid_...



ExtraGuide :: Barcelona Jobs & Expat Guide
... In the parks there are special areas (pipican) for dogs to do their business.
Unfortunately not all owners take their dogs there and dog excrement is a big ...
www.extraguide.de/index.php?module=ContentExpress& func=display&ceid=401&bid=32&btitle=Top... - 31k - Resultat complementari - Còpia en memòria -



Off-leash area for dogs
An off-leash area for dogs is available at 7 - 9 Eagleview Road Minto. The site has perimeter fencing with seating for dog owners and a water service within the designated area. All owners are expected to pick up any dog faeces and place them in the dog tidy bins.

The area is open to public 7 days a week during daylight hours.

http://www.campbelltown.nsw.gov.au/default.asp?iSubCatID=344...

Sheila Hardie
Spain
Local time: 12:18
Native speaker of: Native in EnglishEnglish
PRO pts in category: 12
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51 mins   confidence: Answerer confidence 5/5
off-leash area


Explanation:
That's what they call them in the U.S.

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Note added at 55 mins (2004-11-19 12:18:02 GMT)
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Something like 12,700 Google hits. The difference being that in the U.S. they\'re also used to give dogs a fenced-in space for running, roaming & doing \"their thing\" too... The difference in size & uses is due to a space issue as well, because space is at a premium in BCN while there\'s no want of it in most of the States.

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Note added at 56 mins (2004-11-19 12:19:09 GMT)
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Something like 12,700 Google hits. The difference being that in the U.S. they\'re also used to give dogs a fenced-in space for running, roaming & doing \"their thing\" too... The difference in size & uses is due to a space issue as well, because space is at a premium in BCN while there\'s no want of it in most of the States.

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Note added at 57 mins (2004-11-19 12:19:58 GMT)
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I just saw the last reference given by Sheila - looks like they call it the same in Australia too.

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Note added at 1 hr 0 min (2004-11-19 12:22:39 GMT)
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I just saw the last reference given by Sheila - looks like they call it the same in Australia too.

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Note added at 1 hr 0 min (2004-11-19 12:22:49 GMT)
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I just saw the last reference given by Sheila - looks like they call it the same in Australia too.

Martin Perazzo
Spain
Local time: 12:18
Native speaker of: Native in EnglishEnglish, Native in SpanishSpanish
PRO pts in category: 12
Grading comment
Sounds right for my document -Thanks to everyone

Peer comments on this answer (and responses from the answerer)
neutral  Berni Armstrong: This is obviously right, but I can't help feel this is another euphemism we shouldn't encourage. Call a toilet a toilet say I. Call "collateral damage" murder of civilians!
4 hrs
  -> Would you prefer something along the lines of "pooch potties"? ;-)))
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