Grist Mill Off-Leash Dog Area

Established: April 2006

Capacity: 64 dogs

Special Features: Interior space is one acre of bluestone dust surface. Clean and dry.

Park Rules:

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 shall wear a visible dog license.

Dogs under 4 months of age and female dogs in heat are prohibited.

Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the off-leash dog area.

Dogs must be under the control of their handler and in view of their handler at all times.

Spiked collars are prohibited.

Children 8 years and under are not allowed in the off-leash dog area; children ages 9 - 15 years must be accompanied by an adult.

Handlers must be 16 years of age or older.

Handlers must have possession of the dog leash at all times.

Handler is limited to a maximum of two dogs.

Handlers must "scoop the poop" and fill any holes dug by dogs under their control.

Food and drinks in glass containers are prohibited; training treats are allowed.

Dogs must be removed from the off-leash dog area at the first sign of aggression.

No animals other than dogs shall be permitted in the area.

Handlers are responsible for any injuries caused by the dog(s) under their control.

The hours of operation of all off-leash dog areas are dawn to dusk.