Amenities

General Rules Please utilize the Dog Playground in a responsible and respectful manner at all times. The Dog Playground is self-patrolled. Failure to adhere to Dog Playground Rules my result in the revocation of park membership. 1. Dogs must have a current rabies vaccination and be registered prior to entering the Dog Playground. Vaccination tag must be displayed on the dog. 2. Dogs must be supervised by persons 18 years or older. The minimum age to enter the Dog Playground is 11 years old. Children 11 – 17 years of age may enter with a parent or guardian. 3. All dogs must be on a leash when entering and exiting the Dog Playground. Remove leashes in the designated “unleash area” only. 4. Keep gates closed at all times. Enter and exit swiftly. Emergency exit should only be used for true emergencies. 5. Accompany and monitor your dog(s) closely at all times. Dogs must be under control of and in view of their handlers at all times. Always have a leash (6 feet or less) ready for use. 6. A maximum of three(s) dogs per handler are permitted in the Dog Playground at one time. 7. Dogs exhibiting aggressive behavior or excessive barking must be removed from the Dog Playground immediately. Aggressive dogs are prohibited. 8. Owners/handlers are responsible for clean-up of dog waste in bags and containers provided as required by the Town Code. 9. Dog pool use is for dog play only. Shampooing/grooming is not permitted. Humans are not permitted in the pool. Pool should be drained after each use. 10. Any personal items abandoned at the Dog Playground will be removed and, depending upon value, will be discarded or put into lost and found at Northside Park, 200 125th Street. 11. No unattended dogs are permitted in the Dog Playground at any time. Abandoning animals is prohibited by law. 12. Puppies over six (6) months of age must have full immunizations to utilize the Dog Playground. 13. Pass cards are not transferable between dog owners. Do not bring other dogs in on your pass. 14. The owner of any dog assumes all liability for damages suffered by anyone who is bitten or injured by that owner’s dog while utilizing the Dog Playground. 15. Digging is not permitted. Should a dog successfully dig into the turf, owners must fill holes immediately. 16. Brushing or grooming dogs within the perimeter of the Dog Playground is prohibited. 17. Professional dog training (unless written permission has been granted by the Town of Ocean City) is prohibited. Small Dog Area Rules & Recommendations 1. It is strongly recommended that dogs 28 lbs and lighter use the “Small Dog Area” exclusively. 2. Shy dogs or older dogs over 28 lbs may use the Small Dog Area if there are no small dogs requiring use of the space.