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OFF-LEASH DOG PARKS

HERE ARE SEATTLE PARKS' RULES FOR OFF LEASH AREA USE.

DOG OWNERS

  • You are liable for damage or injury inflicted by your dog(s) (SMC 18.12.080).

  • You must be in control of your dog(s) at all times (SMC 18.12.080).

  • You must muzzle dogs that exhibit dangerous or aggressive behavior; biting, fighting, and excessive barking are not allowed (SMC 9.25.024).

  • You must leash your dog when it is outside the off-leash area; you must carry a leash for each dog while you are inside the off-leash area (SMC 9.25.084 and 12.18.080).

  • You must clean up after your dog(s) and deposit feces in the containers at the site, and you must visibly carry scoop equipment (SMC 9.25.082 and 18.12.080).

  • You must closely supervise young children.

  • Bring food into off-leash areas at your own risk

  • Leave bicycles outside off-leash area.

  • Unattended dogs are not allowed in off-leash areas.

  • Owners who see unattended dogs or other rule violations should call Animal Control at (206)386-7387, Extension 2.

DOGS

  • If you're a female and you're in heat, you are not allowed in off-leash areas (SMC 9.25.084).

  • If you're a puppy younger than four months of age, you are not allowed in off-leash areas.

  • To come and play in off-leash areas, you need to be licensed and vaccinated (SMC 9.25.080 and 12.18.080).

  • If you wear a pinch or choke collar, ask your human to remove it when you come in off-leash areas.

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DOG-OWNING RESPONSIBILITIES

The loving care you give to your dog will be returned may times over A healthy, well cared for dog will also live a long and happy life. COLA recommends the following guidelines for good dog ownership.

  • Choose the best breed for you, your family and your lifestyle.

  • Visit local shelters to select a loving pet for your household.

  • Vaccinate your dog against rabies, distemper and other diseases.

  • Spay or neuter your dog.

  • Don't leave your pet in a car on a warm day. A car heats like an oven and can be deadly to your pet.

  • Provide adequate shelter if you leave your dog outside for extended periods of time.

  • Learn basic animal first aid.

  • Take your pet for periodic checkups at the veterinarian.

  • Exercise your dog (especially at off-leash areas).

  • teach your dog simple obedience skills and basic etiquette.

  • Observe local leash laws. 

  • Clean up after your dog.

  • Prevent your dog from barking that disturbs others.

  • License your dog.

  • Provide a tag for your pet which has his name, address and phone number.

  • Have a microchip implanted in your pet, and have it registered. If he's lost, it will help to ensure his safe return.

  • Closely supervise your dog when he is around children or in a public place.

  • Good nutrition and fresh water every day are important to keep your pet healthy.

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