Dog Park Must Have's
Designing a dog park involves creating a safe and engaging space with agility obstacles for physical activity, durable and pet-friendly materials for longevity & easy maintenance, ample shade and water features, seating for comfort and separate areas for small and large dogs to ensure a harmonious environment. Incorporating elements like grooming stations and site furnishings can also enhance the park's appeal to its users.
Dog Park Design Resources
- “15 Tips for Building Successful Dog Parks in Your Community” :
Addresses the most common issues when building a dog park to help ensure that your off-leash park avoids some of the possible design mistakes. From the largest considerations to details you may not have thought of — including benefits to the community, location, space, legalities, and accessibility issues; to choosing the best dog agility equipment and dog park supplies; to water fountains, sanitation, surfacing, shade, signage, and more — it’s all encapsulated here. - Surfacing Considerations: Turf, Turf Pods or Woof Fiber? Decisions, decisions - hopefully our handy comparison can help point you in the right direction.
- How to Choose Dog Park Agility Equipment : What to look for (think safe, customizable and rust-proof!) and what to avoid.
- Establishing a Dog Park in Your Community: The American Kennel Club answers the question, “What is a dog park and how does it benefit the community?” You can download it from the AKC website as a 20-page booklet with photos.
Dog Park Design Ideas and Inspiration
- Z Bonz Dog Park - Fort Worth, Texas
- Miralon Dog Park - Palm Springs, California
- Jasper's Dog Park - Kirkland, Washington
- Storey Bark Park - Meridian, Idaho
- Colonial Grand Apartments - Lake Mary, Florida
- Hartford 21 Bark Lounge - Hartford, Connecticut
Other Links For Dog Park Users
- Getting the Most From Your Dog Park: Comprehensive article in Recreation Management covers the "How To's" and much more.
- Pets Welcome and Go Pet Friendly: Planning to travel with your dog? These websites provide travel tips, and list pet-friendly hotels across the USA and Canada.
- Dog-ON-It-Parks Blog: A wide range of articles with tons of helpful insights for dog owners.