Canine Meadow Dog Park

Alert: The pond at Canine Meadow is closed for the winter and will reopen in the spring when the temperature of the water is safe for our canine friends.

Please click here to review Canine Meadow Dog Park etiquette and rules.

Canine Meadow has a large dog area (2.57 acres), a swim area (1.84 acres) and a small dog area (1.02 acres). Access to the swim area is by way of the large dog area only. Fencing is five feet high. Follow Lake Metroparks on Twitter and like/check the Canine Meadow Dog Park Facebook page for updates, news and pond conditions.

Enjoy your visit and explore other parks with your best furry friend! Dogs on leash and under control are welcome on all park trails throughout park system (always pick up after your pooch!).

Please note: Pets are not permitted in Lake Metroparks Farmpark.

Dog Park Etiquette

Owners who demonstrate good etiquette will improve their own experience and help promote a sense of cooperation and community with other visitors.

• Dogs four months and older with all vaccinations up-to-date are welcome to use this park.
• Keep your dog on leash outside of the dog park and keep your leash with you at all times.
• Supervise your dog at all times. Please do not leave any dog in your vehicle at any time.
• Know your dog’s temperament: less crowded times may be a better choice for dogs that bark excessively, are physically aggressive toward other dogs or are very shy.
• Dog toys are welcome; please be willing to share or lose them.
• Please don’t bring any human or dog food into the park.
• Close all dog park gates after entering and exiting.
• Be willing to leave the park if you or your dog are not having a good experience.
• Clean up after your dog; bags are available.

Dog Park Rules & Policies

• Users of the dog park do so at their own risk.
• Parents/legal guardians assume all risk for their children. It is recommended that children younger than 12 stay outside of the fenced areas for their own protection.
• Dog owners are responsible for any injury or damage caused by their dog, per state law.
• All Lake Metroparks rules apply and must be observed.
• Each dog must display current license and rabies tags on its collar per state law.
• No dogs larger than 35 pounds are permitted in the small dog area.
• Dogs in heat are not allowed.
• Sick or injured dogs are not permitted in the dog park.
• Dogs that have been designated as dangerous or vicious per state law may NOT enter the park. A handler shall immediately leash and remove a dog that becomes aggressive. Criminal penalties apply for bringing a dangerous or vicious dog into this park.
• Dogs must be closely supervised and within sight and voice control of their handler at all times.
• All dog handlers must be at least 18 years old or supervised by an adult. No more than three dogs per handler.
• Dog bites to other dogs or people shall be reported immediately to the Lake Metroparks Rangers at 440-354-3434. Handlers must provide their dog’s name, license number and veterinarian’s name to a ranger upon request.
• Dogs are to be brought to the park on leashes and released inside the designated off-leash area, and put under the control of own leash again as they exit the off-leash area. Retractable leashes are not recommended.
• Muzzles, spike or prong collars are NOT permitted on dogs in the park.
• Dog waste must be picked up immediately by the handler and placed in the trash cans. Handlers who fail to do so may be cited for littering.
• Animals other than dogs are NOT permitted.
• People food and dog treats of any kind are NOT permitted ─ food and treats can trigger fights between dogs.
• Glass containers, bicycles, strollers or children’s toys are NOT permitted.
• Fishing and swimming by humans is NOT permitted.