Rules for Use

HOURS OF OPERATION:  DAWN TO DUSK, WEATHER & CONDITIONS PERMITTING

TO PROTECT THE HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELFARE OF ALL, PLEASE STRICTLY OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING RULES:

• Please utilize the dog park in a responsible manner at all times.  People who violate these rules will be asked to leave.
• Users of this facility do so at their own risk.  The City of Salisbury shall not be liable for any injury or damage caused by any dog in the leashed or off-leash areas.
• The owner / handler of any dog assumes all liability for damages suffered by anyone who is bitten or injured by that dog while utilizing the dog park.
• Handlers must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
• Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the off-leash dog area.
• The off-leash dog area is for dogs, their handlers, and those accompanying them. No other use is allowed.
• All dogs must be legally licensed and vaccinated and must be wearing a visible rabies tag.  The use of heartworm and tick prevention products is highly recommended.
• Puppies under six (6) months of age are not permitted in the park.  Puppies over six (6) months of age must have full immunizations to utilize the park.
• The Small Dog area is limited to dogs of thirty (30) pounds or less.  Handicapped, elderly or timid larger dogs are also allowed in this area.
• Female dogs in heat and dogs that are sick are prohibited in the park.
• Dogs must be under the control of and in view of their handlers at all times.  Always have a leash available and ready for use as may be required.  No unattended dogs are permitted in the dog park at any time.
• Aggressive dogs are prohibited in the dog park.  Please remove your dog if it becomes hostile, out of control, or barks excessively.  Owners / handlers are responsible for the actions of their dogs.
• Closely monitor un-neutered dogs at all times.
• Prong (pinch), choke or spiked collars are prohibited.
• Children 10 years and under are not allowed in the dog park.  Children ages 11-17 years are permitted but must be accompanied by an adult.
• Handler is limited to a maximum of three (3) dogs.
• Handlers must immediately clean up after their dogs.  Clean-up mitts are provided.  Please deposit all waste in the trash cans provided.
• Please prevent your dog from digging any holes, and fill them back in if necessary.
• NO food, alcohol, tobacco, rawhides, or glass containers.  Training ‘treats’ are allowed.
• Professional dog trainers are not permitted to use this facility for training purposes without written permission from the City of Salisbury.
• No animals other than dogs shall be permitted in the dog park.
• In case of emergency please contact the Salisbury Police Department at (410) 548-3165.