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Dog Park at Benjamin Banneker Park

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1680 N Sycamore St, Arlington, VA Arlington, Virginia
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Dog Park at Benjamin Banneker Park

PUBLIC DOG PARK

1680 N Sycamore St, Arlington, VA
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Fully Fenced

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Park hours

Sunrise to 8 p.m.


Fencing

Enclosure

Fully Fenced

Gaps or holes in fence: No gaps


Amenities

Chairs

Dog drinking water

Table


Pricing
No fee info

Location

1680 N Sycamore St, Arlington, VA Arlington, Virginia

Description

The Dog Park at Benjamin Banneker Park in Arlington, Virginia is a fully fenced enclosure where dogs can enjoy off-leash play. Some rules include having dogs licensed and vaccinated, no dogs under 4 months old or in heat allowed, and no more than 3 dogs per handler. Handlers must keep dogs under control, pick up waste, and prevent excessive barking. The park provides chairs, dog drinking water, and tables for the convenience of visitors. The park is open from sunrise to 8 p.m. For more information, visit the website or contact the park at 703-228-6525 or email dpr@arlingtonva.us.

Park rules

Dog Park Rules 1. All dogs shall be legally licensed and vaccinated before entering the dog park. 2. No dog that is less than (4) months old shall be permitted in a dog park. 3. Female dogs in heat shall not be allowed in the dog park at any time. 4. Parents must be in control of their children at all times. 5. No food is allowed within the boundaries of a dog park. 6. No one (1) handler may bring more than three (3) dogs into a dog park at a time 7. Professional dog trainers may not use any dog park for the conduct of their business, unless sponsored by Arlington County. 8. Animals must be leashed when entering and exiting the dog park. 9. Handlers must be in possession of a leash at all times. 10. Dogs shall be under the control of their handlers. 11. Handlers shall keep their dogs in view at all times. 12. Handlers are responsible for the removal of dog waste from the dog park and disposing of it in a proper manner. 13. Dogs shall be removed from the dog park at the first sign of aggression. An aggressive dog is defined as a dog(s) posing a threat to human beings or other animals. Aggressive dogs shall not be permitted within any designated off-leash dog park. Handlers are legally responsible for their dog(s) and any injury caused by them. 14. Handlers shall not allow their animals to bark on a continuous or frequent basis. It is unlawful for any person who owns, possesses or harbors a dog to permit that dog to create a frequent or continued noise disturbance across a real property boundary or within a nearby dwelling unit. 15. Handlers, prior to leaving the dog park, shall fill holes dug by dogs. 16. Dog grooming shall not be allowed in any dog park, unless it is part of an Arlington County sponsored program.


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