Amenities

MHS PPIP Rules and Guidelines",General,"• All dogs must be registered Pooch Park members. Family members & their friends who have not attended an orientation are not permitted in the Park unless accompanied by a member. Dog sitters for hire are not permitted in the Park. Foster dogs or visiting family dogs are not permitted in the Park unless they are registered with PPIP. • The Park is a member managed park meaning there are no Pooch Park police. If there is an issue which owners cannot resolve between themselves, they should contact PPIP at shotsppipdogpark.com describing their concern. • The Pooch Park is open dawn to dusk. • 3 dogs maximum, per member. Multiple dogs should be monitored by multiple family members.",Enter/Exit,"• A code is required to enter the Park. NEVER, under any circumstances, give the code to anyone. You have no way of knowing if their membership is current, or if their shot records are up to date. If someone has forgotten the code, they need to email shotsppipdogpark@gmail.com. • Do not hold the gate open for another dog family. • Only 1 dog family at a time inside the double gated entry area. Wait for others to exit before entering or exiting this area. • Leash your dog(s) at your car and until safely inside the double gated area. Remove leash prior to entering the fenced parks. Keep your leash with you at all times while in the Park. When exiting, leash your dog while in the double gated area and then exit. • Ensure each gate closes behind you at all times. • Dogs already in the Park should be kept away from the gates as other dogs enter & exit. This is very important when new dogs enter. • Dogs must wear a flat buckle collar. No prong, spike, choke, or pinch collars. Small/Large Dog Sides of Park • The Park has two fenced and gated areas: • Small side for dogs less than 26 lbs • Large side for dogs 26 lbs and over • Typically large dogs are not permitted in the small dog area. However, large dogs will be allowed in the small dog side ONLY if there are no small dogs on that side. If an owner brings a small dog and wants to enter the small dog side, the large dog owner must leave the small side with their dog(s) promptly. Requirements • Dogs must be 4 months or older. • Current Rabies, Bordetella, DHLPP: (D)distemper, (H)hepatitis, (L)leptospirosis, (P)parainfluenza, (P)parvovirus) vaccines. In addition, a fecal test within the past 12 months. • Healthy dogs only – If you know your dog is ill do NOT bring them to the Park until a vet indicates they are not contagious. • Spaying and neutering is strongly recommended. Female dogs in heat are NOT allowed in the Park. • Dogs with a history of fighting/biting are prohibited. Owner Responsibilities • Humans must wear shoes. • Owners are responsible for their dog(s) and must supervise their dog(s) at all times. • OWNERS MUST SCOOP THEIR DOG’S POOP. If you are physically unable to do so, make arrangements with another member to have them pick up after your dog. • If your dog digs, fill the holes. • Owners are responsible for any injury or damage caused by their dog(s). • If inappropriate behavior is observed, take immediate action. Based on the guidelines above. • No food (dog or human), no smoking, no alcohol, no drugs, no weapons. • No bikes, strollers, wagons, roller blades, coolers, or children’s toys. • No dog toys. Chuck-it balls and ball launchers can be found inside the Park. Please do not remove these items from the Park. • As a member managed park, it is each owner’s responsibility to resolve any issue between them.",Children,"• Children between 12 and 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Children under 12 are not allowed inside the Park. • Children must be strictly supervised. Realize children can easily be run over by dogs. • Children are to behave in an adult-like manner (quiet voices, no chasing). • Children can pet other dogs only with owner’s permission.