Rules and Regulations

  • Owners/handlers are legally and financially responsible for any injuries caused by their dog(s) and use Perry Paw Dog Park at their OWN RISK.
  • Aggressive dogs are not allowed.  Dogs showing aggression towards people or other dogs must be removed from the dog park immediately.
  • CLEAN UP AND DISPOSE OF FECES LEFT BY YOUR DOG.  Bags and receptacles are provided at Perry Paw Dog Park.
  • No children under the age of 12 are allowed at Perry Paw Dog Park since small children are vulnerable and can be seriously injured.  An adult must accompany all children between the ages of 12-16.  ABSOLUTELY NO RUNNING.
  • No dogs in heat are allowed.  Spayed/neutered dogs are recommended.
  • No sick dogs or those with fleas, ticks, worms, or other parasites are allowed.  Disease spreads rapidly and jeopardizes the health of all dogs.
  • Do not bring puppies younger than 4 months old to the dog park.  They are not sufficiently immunized and it is not safe.
  • All dogs must be fully licensed and fully immunized with tags on their collars.
  • You may only register dogs that YOU own and have licensed in the jurisdiction that you reside.  While in Perry Paw Dog Park, your membership tag must be displayed at all times.
  • Maximum of 3 dogs per owner/handler.
  • Be courteous and respectful as dogs and handlers enter Perry Paw Dog Park by not congregating at the entrance.  This is intimidating, and such pack behavior can create tension and spark conflict.
  • Dogs must be on-leash when entering and exiting the park.  Leashes are to be taken off in-between the two gates leading into the off-leash area.
  • Retractable leashes, prong, spike, or choke collars and remote or shock-training collars are prohibited.  These can cause injury or death during play.
  • Dogs may NEVER be left unattended, under any circumstances.  Accompany and supervise your dog at all times, including quick access to placing your dog back on its non-retractable leash.  Your dog must be in visual and voice command control at all times.
  • Dog food, treats, human food, alcohol, smoking, and glass containers are strictly prohibited at Perry Paw Dog Park.
  • Bones, rawhides, and squeaky or stuffed toys are prohibited since they can trigger aggression.  Frisbees and balls are acceptable, but must be taken back home when you leave.
  • Owners/handlers must stop dogs from digging and immediately fill holes.
  • Excessive barking is prohibited.  Dogs barking continuously or uncontrollably must be removed from the dog park immediately.
  • Perry Paw Dog Park is for dogs, their owners/handlers, and others accompanying them.  No other use is allowed.
  • Professional dog trainers and/or groomers are not permitted to conduct their business at Perry Paw Dog Park.
  • ID tags and access cards are property of the Perry Paw Dog Park.  Lost or stolen access cards/tags will incur a replacement fee.
  • Perry Paw Dog Park members found to be fraudulently using or lending access cards or letting others into the park are subject to immediate and irrevocable termination.

 The dedicated volunteers of Perry Paw Dog Park appreciate your help in maintaining and caring for the park to make it a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.