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The Wethersfield Dog Park is now open and has had lots of visitors  

The dog park is a new concept and many dog owners have never been to a dog park before.  Safety is the number one concern and we need everyone’s help to make it a safe place for humans as well as the dogs.   

Here are some helpful hints for users.

CHILDREN: Children need to be closely supervised at all times. While they are welcome, child's play is not. This is a playground for dogs, not children. Be sure to teach your children how to behave properly in a dog park environment. Playful, unsupervised children and playful, unleashed dogs mixed together could result in injury. Please understand that this area is provided for dogs to interact with other dogs and that your children could be considered an interruption in dog play. If you choose to bring your children within the park, you should SUPERVISE THEM VERY CLOSELY!! Teach your children proper dog park behavior - they should not be allowed to run around, pick up and wave sticks, or approach animals that they do not know.  

YOUR DOG'S EXPERIENCE: Many dogs will be experiencing the off-leash environment for the first time and may not be used to the excitement and level of energy. Please watch your dog closely. If your dog acts aggressively, please put the dog on a leash immediately and let it "cool down." It takes time for a new dog to become comfortable with the idea that other dogs all share this neutral environment. Keep in mind that everyone at the park wants the same thing - socialized dogs that can have fun playing together. If you are not sure how your dog will react, try to come to the park when few other dogs are there to keep the intimidation level as low as possible. You may wish to keep your first visit to the dog park rather short to minimize the stress on your pup. Leaving early when your dog is having a good time will make it more likely that your dog will be anxious to return for another visit.

LEASHING YOUR DOG: Keep your dog leashed at all times while outside the fenced dog park area. Even if your pet is under perfect voice control, many non-dog people have fears and any dog off-leash outside the fenced area violates the Town's Leash Law. Dogs must be kept on a leash until the owners/handlers and dog(s) are inside the double-gated transition area. Leashes should be removed while inside the double-gated transition area. Some dogs can feel threatened if they are leashed in the presence of unleashed dogs.

Please be sure to read the rules before entering the park and don’t forget to bring water for your dog.  Watering stations are provided.  

You can find more helpful hints by visiting the "Helpful Hints for 1st Timers Page" 

Thank you for making the dog park a safe place for everyone!