Dog Park Rules

When using the dog park, please follow these newly revised rules:

• Park users and dog owners assume all risks related to park use.
• Children under the age of 10 years are not permitted in fenced area due to health and safety issues.
• Owners must remain in the paddock with their dog(s) and carry a leash in fenced area.
• Dogs must have current vaccinations* and must wear a collar with current dog license, rabies certification and identification.
• Dogs must be removed at first signs of aggression.
• Dogs that are defined by law (O.R.C. 995.11) as "Dangerous Dogs" or "Aggressive Dogs" are prohibited.
• Dogs in heat are prohibited.
• Owners must scoop the poop - immediately picking up the feces and using the plastic bags and garbage receptacles provided is required.
• Dog handlers must be 16 years of age or older.
• Dogs must be leashed prior to entering and upon leaving the paddock areas.
• Choke chains, pronged training collars and studded collars are prohibited.
• All food and treats....human and pet.....are prohibited.
• Children must not play in the dog park.
  

Some infections like Leptospirosis and Salmonellosis and many parasitic conditions like Giardiosis and Larval Migrans are communicable to humans.

*It is recommended that your dog be protected by following your veterinarian's instructions and vaccinating for: Distemper, Parvo, Hepatitis, Leptospirosis, Kennel Cough.