H.E.A.R.T. Ordinance (Human & Ethical Animal Rules & Treatment)

• ALL Dogs must be micro-chipped
• Dogs over age 6 months & cats over five months must be altered
• ALL pets required to be on leash
• ALL animals must be licensed if living in City limits with tags displayed on a collar
• Residents may own up to 6 pets of which, no more than 4 are dogs

Owners & Pets RULES & REGULATIONS

• Park users and dog owners assume all risk related to dog park use
• Parks Hours - 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
• Dog owners/handlers must have a leash in their possession at all times.
• Dogs must be kept on a leash until inside the double-gated entry. Enter the first gate with the leash on and remove it prior to entering the second gate. Do the reverse when leaving.
• Dogs must be under voice control and in sight of owners/handlers at all times.
• Any dog exhibiting aggressive behavior must be leashed and removed immediately.
• Owners must clean up and properly dispose of waste left by their dog(s).
• Puppies using the park must be older than six (6) months.
• Limit of three (3) dogs per person per visit.
• Owners must cover any holes their dogs dig.
• Un-neutered male dogs and female dogs in heat shall not be permitted in the off-leash dog exercise area.
• Children under the age of 12 are not allowed inside the off-leash dog exercise area unless accompanied by an adult. Parents must refrain from bringing toddlers and small children to the dog park and at no time be allowed to run with, or chase after dogs in the park.
• No food or drinks allowed within the fenced area.
• Each owner/handler is legally and financially responsible for the actions of their dog in the off-leash exercise area.

For more information:

These dog parks are managed and maintained by the Parks and Recreation Department. For additional information regarding City dog parks, please call 311 and ask for the Park Management Division.