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 Wethersfield Dog Park
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.
YOU’RE 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.
FOOD ITEMS: Do not bring human or dog food
/ treats into the dog park. Many dogs are on diets to keep their
weight under control. Some dogs have food allergies and that treat might
make a dog ill. A normally well-behaved dog can jump at or lunge
for food, especially tasty human food, when hungry.
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!
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Wethersfield Dog
Park Storm Damage Update
Due to the recent storms that passed
through the area, The park received damage due to the storms. The Town of
Wethersfield
is currently working on clean up efforts and will clean up the damage to
the park after power and streets have been cleared. Please check with the
website for more details
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