Department of Parks and Recreation: Dog Parks

Dog Parks

Thank you for your interest in new public Dog Parks in the District of Columbia maintained by the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) in partnership with the public. In December 2007, final dog park rules were issued which allows for the creation of official, public dog parks on District-owned parkland.

Dog Park Rules

Frequently Asked Questions About Dog Park Rules
Summary of Dog Park Rules
Complete Dog Park Rules from the DC Register*

Dog Park Applications

Dog Park Applications Received by DPR
Frequently Asked Questions About Establishing A New Dog Park
Dog Park Establishment Application Packet*
Dog Park Design Standards and Process*

For questions or more information contact DPR at (202) 673-7647 or use our Ask The Director form.

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