Canine Recreation

POOCH PLUNGE

“Pooch Plunge” is sure to be the pool party of the summer! You can enjoy a fun-filled day at the pool, along with your best friend on four legs. The outdoor Hillside Pool provides a safe and enclosed environment for your dog to swim and play in the water. Dogs must be accompanied by at least one adult (18 years old and up). Maximum two dogs per adult. Fee listed is per dog. Take the plunge and join us for this unique canine event! To ensure a healthy environment for all participants, please be sure that your dog meets vaccination requirements for DPR Dog Parks before you register for this event. CR Fee: $6 NCR Fee: $11 HILLSIDE PARK 14537 Sep 11 Sa 11am-12:45pm 15179 Sep 11 Sa 1:15pm-3pm

BARKTOBERFEST

Barktoberfest is a celebration for our canine residents and their families. Join us for an afternoon of fun which will include a costume contest, games, a beer garden, pet-friendly organizations and vendors, food vendors, and more! No Cost DURHAM CENTRAL PARK 15182 Oct 23 Sa 3pm-6pm

SANTA PAWS

Bring your canine friend out to meet Santa! Santa will be available for photos with your pet. This event also includes a canine ugly sweater contest, holiday pet market, and canine food drive. No Cost DURHAM ARMORY 15185 Dec 3 F 6pm-8:30pm

DOG PARKS

Entry is only permitted for dogs with a current dog park tag. Please do your part and practice social distancing in the dog parks by remaining at least 6 feet away from others. A face covering will be required if social distancing is not possible. Dog park members are also expected to abide by the current mass gathering limitation. Owners are required to clean up after their dogs, both inside and outside the fenced area. Children under 12 years of age must be supervised by an adult and spectators (those without a dog) need to remain outside the fenced areas. All members must follow these rules in addition to all other dog park rules and regulations. Please visit our Canine Recreation page at DPRCanineRecreation.org for a complete list of dog park rules.

CANINE RECREATION

DOG PARK REGISTRATION

All dogs MUST be registered with DPR annually. To ensure that we provide a healthy environment for all participants, we have adopted the vaccination requirements recommended by the American Animal Hospital Association. All dogs are required to have the following vaccinations before being issued a Dog Park tag: rabies, distemper/parvo, bordetella, and a negative fecal exam. We also accept titer results in lieu of vaccinations except for rabies (state law). Vaccinations must be current, and not due to expire within 30 days. When these requirements are met, a DPR dog park tag is assigned. All dogs must wear their current dog park tag while playing in the park. After registering, vaccination records and liability waiver must be emailed to DurhamDogPark@DurhamNC.gov. See website for complete instructions, or call 919-560-4355. All dogs must be registered with DPR annually. Online registration is available through DPRPlayMore.org/ActiveNet. Search Dog Park Registration to register.

Registration can be done by mail to: Durham Parks and Recreation Attn: Dog Parks, 101 City Hall Plaza, Durham, NC 27701

Registration can be completed in person at the DPR Administration Office located at 400 Cleveland Street.

Fees: 2021 Dog Park tags are valid through the end of the calendar year. (January 1 – December 31). Fees are not prorated throughout the year. CR Fee: $17/per dog NCR Fee: $22/per dog

DOG PARKS

Durham Parks and Recreation has four dog parks, which offer a safe and controlled environment for dogs and their owners. The dog parks provide access to open space for off-leash play and socialization.

NORTHGATE DOG PARK

400 W. Lavender Avenue (Located on the north side of Northgate Park) Features two enclosed areas: • Small Dog Area: 15 inches or smaller & 30 lbs or under • Large Dog Area: 15 inches & taller & 30 lbs or over Amenities include waste bag dispensers, water access, and benches.

PINEY WOOD DOG PARK

400 E. Woodcroft Parkway Features four separate enclosed areas: • Small Dog Area: 15 inches or smaller & 30 lbs or under • Large Dog Area: 15 inches & taller & 30 lbs or over • Program Area: special playgroups/ organized activity • Entrance Area: smaller version of program area Amenities include waste bag dispensers, water access, and benches.

PETSAFE® DOG PARK LOCATED AT DUKE PARK

1608 Acadia Street Features two enclosed areas: • Small Dog Area: 15 inches or smaller & 30 lbs or under • Large Dog Area: 15 inches & taller & 30 lbs or over Amenities include waste bag dispensers, water access, and benches.

DOWNTOWN DURHAM DOG PARK

304 Elliott Street (Located on the corner of Roxboro and Elliott Streets) Features two enclosed areas: • Small Dog Area: 15 inches or smaller and 30 lbs or under • Large Dog Area: 15 inches & taller and 30 lbs or over Amenities include waste bag dispensers and benches.