Amenities

THE DOG PARK A current Dog Park Pass is required for entrance into the Dog Park. Day passes may be purchased at Buckles Feed Depot located at 220 S. 4th Street during business hours. Proof of current rabies vaccination and/or proof of Registration with Lafayette or West Lafayette is required. The Park Department does not provide an on-site Supervisor; therefore users are required to follow posted rules at all times while on Park grounds. The Dog Park closes at dusk. THE DOGS Dogs must be healthy, parasite-free, and wearing tags. It is recommended that dogs be on year round heartworm and flea/ tick preventative. Dogs known to exhibit vicious, fierce, aggressive, or dangerous behavior are not permitted at any time in the park or Dog Park. Dog owners shall remove their dog(s) at the first sign of aggressive behavior. Dogs must be supervised, never left unattended or out of sight range, and maintained under voice control at all times. Female dogs in any stage of heat are not permitted in the Dog Park. Dogs under 4 months of age are not permitted in the Dog Park. THE PEOPLE Dog Owners and Handlers are limited to 3 dogs per visit. Cooperation between Dog Owners and/or Handlers is expected and required. Children under the age of 12 are not permitted inside the Dog Park. DOG EQUIPMENT Dogs must be leashed while entering and exiting the park. Handler must have one leash per dog at all times. Check all entrances before unleashing your dog(s). Choke chains, prong collars, and head collars (Halti, Gentle Leaders, etc) should be removed before releasing your dog inside the Dog Park. Acceptable collars inside the Dog Park are flat buckle, limited slip/martingale or snap. A harness may be worn instead of a collar. PEOPLE EQUIPMENT Bicycles, skateboards, in-line skates, roller skates, strollers and motorized vehicles are not permitted in the Dog Park. Wheelchairs, motorized wheelchairs, crutches, and walkers are permitted. LARGE AND SMALL DOG AREAS The small dog area is for small dogs that may not feel comfortable around larger dogs in the main area. If small dog owners are comfortable letting their small dog play in the main area, they may do so. This park is a designated “Dog Park”. It is unsupervised, and members use the park at their own risk. KEEP YOUR DOG PARK BEAUTIFUL AND FUN! Owners must immediately bag and dispose of any pet waste left by their dog(s). Please place all litter in the appropriate trash containers provided. Small bite-sized treats for dogs are permitted. Food in bowls or rawhide are not permitted. Food for people and glass containers are prohibited inside the Dog Park. Smoking is prohibited within the Dog Park. RULE VIOLATIONS Entry into the Dog Park is at the risk of the dog owners or handlers. Dog owners or handlers are responsible and liable for any damage to property, persons, or other animals caused by their dog(s). Dogs, Owners, and park users creating a disturbance or violating posted rules must immediately leave the dog park if requested by law enforcement personnel, park personnel, other members of the Dog Park Association, or their designated agents. Report serious incidents immediately to Park Security at 491-2679.