So Frida's not really swimming around too much even though snuck her onto the beach. It might've…read morebeen because I gave her 100 mg of THC which she loves, but it doesn't make her too active dog. Having this spin around during the spring time would've been a much better experience. Frida is doing fine now and is able to walk thank God, and daddy knows to not test her with his THC accoutrements.

At the Prospect Park dog run in Park Slope, the blandest of the neighborhood's canine-bearing…read moreconstituency congregate to divulge meandering discourse on the day's events and, worst of all, to pretentiously psychoanalyze their dogs, right down to the last bark and sniff. The Scene: Gathered in the meadow area of Prospect Park, roughly 12 people are loafing around as their canine companions gallop and trot in circles, entertaining themselves in ways that only dogs know how. A quaint, well groomed Maltese named Delila has strayed from the pack. Although in no immediate danger, Delila has caught the eye of a rambunctious young Boxer named Baxter. Baxter has been subject of controversial ramblings withing the dog run community, mostly from owners of small dogs, who feel that his status as an un-neutered, large dog poses a threat to their pooches. In the blink of an eye, Baxter takes off and slides in behind a startled Delila. Like a true pro, Baxter dislodges his lipstick from its case, mounts Delila, and launches into a series of rhythmic hip thrusts. The petite Maltese lets a little yelp, which loosely translates to : "Make this happen, Big Daddy, make this happen!" This impromptu episode of canine copulation alarms some nearby dog parents, who immediately spring into action, prying the mischievous mutts apart. As he is being dragged away, Baxter stares down at the grass forlornly, knowing that he was only seconds away from Milking the Bone. Two different dog owners agree to guard Delila and Baxter while their respective owners meet underneath "The Understanding Tree" to discuss what has just transpired. Baxter's master is Jacob, a 29 year old investment banker who finds new music by plugging in Arcade Fire on Amazon.Com and finding out what other users purchased. Audrey, doting dog mother to Delila, is a 32 year old, Harvard educated attorney who puts in 80+ hours a week at a well known white shoe law firm in midtown Manhattan. By all accounts, the dog run IS her social life, albeit a small one at that. With their dogs safely apart, Jacob and Audrey delve into a analysis of Baxter's play for Delila: Audrey: I think Delila was leaving the dog circle to have some alone time Jacob: Baxter sensed she was in danger, so he was attempting to draw her back in. Audrey: Draw her back in...doggy style? Jacob: Baxter would never harm Delila! Audrey: If I understand the manner in which he was panting, I suppose Baxter was trying to communicate his anxiety and fears over the potential loss of Delila to the rest of the group. And the way he moped and frowned when we pulled them apart...he was sad because he feared that Delila still might be in danger. Jacob: That's what I'm telling you, Audrey. *Audrey and Jacob hug as the remainder of the dog run parents erupt into applause.* What most of the dog run parents fail to realize is that Baxter was just trying to get laid. In fact, if the dog run parents followed Baxter's example and tried to get laid themselves, they would likely spend fewer hours at the dog run assembling a master's thesis on Canine Psychology. In some alternate universe, the dogs are running the show, and they bring the people to the people run, and talk about real dog stuff. Jack Russel: Dude, did you smell that Bichon Frise ass over on Garfield Place this morning? That was off the hook! Dobie Pincher: Was it rubbed up against the fire hydrant near the corner of 7th??? Jack Russel: That's the one! Dobie Pincher: I KNOW her man...that's the crazy thing. I saw her once at the people run...with no human! Scotty Dog: What kinda a broad comes to the people run with no people? Dobie: Same kind that rubs her ass on every street lamp between here and 12th Street. *laughs* Scotty: Here comes Bull Dog. Bully: Hey boys...wanna get together and play poker later? Dobie: Poker? What does this look like? A painting? *laughs* Bully: Kiss my ass, Dobie! Dobie: Not my type, tubby! Jack Russel: Yo Scotty. Your human is following that chick behind the tree over there. Scotty: That's cool. He definitely needs to get laid.

It's ok could be clearer . Dog shit every where.. park needs work. Just nasty . Sometimesread more

It's a nice big park where your dog can run around. Lots of space. I don't think too many people…read moreknow about this park so I decided to leave a review maybe someone else is looking for a dog park for their dog. The park has a water fountain for your dog to drink. Trash cans are outside of the park however no bags for dog waste so you can bring your own.

I live close by to Dukes Beach Park and it's a okay dog park. The people who come often have big…read moredogs which is not always work best in my favor with my mini poodle. Benji is a trooper and he loves playing with pals bigger than him. What i do like is how this park has a second gated area as an option for those smaller dogs who are too fragile to be around the big guys. The only problem i have about this park is the care and cleanliness the city focus on this dog area. You can tell the grass hasn't been touch for a while cause they're holes doles dig in and sometimes you can find turf if you're walking on the grass. This place has so much potential to interact with your dog or throw like little cute gatherings . But Instead they just have chairs thrown everywhere and bench tables flip where i found it useless at this case to even take up the space. They also have a water fountain which doesn't work all the time so make sure u have your water bottle handy !

Would be great is people wouldn't bring dogs they know don't play well with other dogs. First time…read morethere for my dog and the first thing we hear is screeching bc two jerks weren't watching their dogs and they attacked each other.

Manhattan Beach Dog Run has been recently renovated making it a lovely dog park for your furry…read moreloved ones. I appreciate that the new renovations catered to the various sizes of dogs. So one side is for smaller dogs and the other one is for larger dogs. So all are safe and happy. It's been kept clean so far and I hope dog owners continue to keep that up. Nonetheless, a great dog park that many Manhattan Beach locals get to enjoy!

I've been coming here with my puppy since he's four months old. All the dogs & owners pretty much…read moreknow one other by now :-). Great location, lots of space and well kept grounds for the dogs.

When we came here last night, the doggy waste bags were fully stocked! Last Saturday must have been…read morea busy day for dog poop! We brought a bottle of water for Ham, but it would be nice if they had water fountains here like they do at the other doggy parks. One thing I did notice this time though: the fence. Along one side of the fence, the bottom of the bars stick out and face in towards the dog run area. Just eye level for my little guy. It makes me nervous when the dogs are playing and run along it. I don't think they'd intentionally run right into it, but accidents happen. All fun and games, till someone loses an eye!

One of the better, if not the best dog run/park in North New Jersey I have found so far…read more Things it has going for it: - Synthetic turf - Not a lot of wear and tear - Clean - Adequate seating for humans - Safe area/park - View of Hudson River Things it has against it: - No bathrooms for humans near run - No water - No shade - Can get windy - No separate large and small dog runs - Access for Shipyard residents only Have been on a dog run/park tour and this is in my opinion one of the best dog runs in Northern New Jersey I have found so far.This is more like a 3.5 star run. Access is for Shipyard residents only...there is not a key fob system to get in and nobody asks what your doing there. This run is definately a plus for the residents but may not be worth the trip since parking is a pain. Add water and a separate dog run for small dogs and this is a solid 4 star run. Add some shade and this could be a 5 star run. Dog runs/parks I have been to so far: http://www.yelp.com/list/nyc-area-dog-parks-runs-queens-4

Love love loooove this dog park! My fur baby yanks me here every time we walk by shore road. The…read moreplace is clean, has fresh water/pools/fountains for your dogs, and even toys! People leave tennis balls and other toys for all the dogs to share + use. The park is divided into two parts- one side is bigger and has turf and other amenities while the other is a smaller area with dirt for shy dogs or dogs that are focusing on training. I've had a pleasant experience every time I came here with my pup. The other dogs are generally very friendly and the people are pretty nice too!

I believe this park is fairly new. I just stumbled across it on my way home. It seems to be…read morebecoming popular. It is very clean and a nice environment to take your dog out and play.

Nested between the Brooklyn Botanic Garden and the Brooklyn Central Library, Mount Prospect Park is…read morethe second highest point in Brooklyn after Battle Hill inside the Green-Wood Cemetery. It fact, "It was used by the Continental Army in 1776 as a lookout point, which at that time offered strategic views of Manhattan, Brooklyn, New York harbor, a portion of New Jersey, Staten Island, and Long Island"[1]. Mount Prospect Park has something to offer for everyone: - If you have a dog, this is a dog-friendly park, with many dogs enjoying the large grassy area at the center. Keep in mind that the area is completely open. There are specific off-leash hours, and I found all dog owners who come to the park to be friendly and respectful. - If you like to run, there is a running route that goes all around the park, mainly shaded by wonderful tree, that covers 0.22 miles/0.36 km[2]. There are also some stairs that lead to the highest point in the park, that are also good for exercising. Another set of (steeper) stairs is near the second access point near the Brooklyn Public Library. - If you have young kids, there is a playground with two jungle gyms separated by a sprinklers area, plus an enclosed area with swings, and six concrete small tables with benches. There are a lot of mosquitoes, particularly tiger mosquitoes i.e. the ones that are active during the day, in the area near the benches around the fence. The main entrance by the Brooklyn Botanic Garden has no stairs, and its gentle incline is perfect if you have a stroller or bike. - If you have older kids, I have seen soccer games and other team sports (baseball, freesbee, etc...) or training sessions take place in the lawn at the center of the park. Keep in mind that the area is not completely covered in grass, and it can get dusty. The park seems to be generally understaffed (hence 4 stars instead of 5). The trash cans are not emptied daily, and the hours at which sprinklers are on during the summer, or when restrooms are open, seem to be totally random. While I find the dog owners and runners very respectful, some of the people who have birthday parties or other celebrations here tend to leave a lot of trash behind. Which is a shame, as this park is generally quiet, much less busy than nearby Prospect Park, and generally a great place to just relax and unwind. ----------------------- [1] https://www.nycgovparks.org/parks/mount-prospect-park/history [2] https://www.plotaroute.com/route/723847

Huge playground. Plenty of climbable options for your children. Lots of benches in the shade. Close…read moreproximity to the Brooklyn Museum and the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens. Restrooms available (really dirty, though). Ice-cold water coming from the water fountain! Thumbs up!

This review is specifically for the Dyker Beach Tennis Courts located within the park. While…read morethere's plenty of courts readily available, the court itself isn't well maintained. There's a lot of cracks on the floor in which flowers are blooming outward from the cracks. Tennis nets are tattered and holed, while the fence lining are ripe and falling apart. There's not much shaded areas for mid-day plays, so the best time for some good tennis play is during late afternoons. This is a public NYC park, was hoping for some city maintenance....maybe wishful thinking

Overcast grey Sunday afternoon for a two hour warm-up and practice of co-ed volleyball and…read morebadminton for a Meetup engage my long haul travels to this part of Brooklyn. The Dominick L. DiCarlo Recreation Area ground is stable and somewhat flat to offer plenty of space for athletics of summer's blaze. Thus, there is no need for one's volleyball court to be bumping with another party. On a clear blue sky day park patrons can visibly see the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge. There are also very few trees and I do not recommend dogs to play here as easily lost. N.B. There are no picnic tables and I do not believe facilities are available either.

I like the two sections. I don't mind the gravel. What I worry about is the fence on the side of…read morethe highway! Very short fence.

It's not a well-appointed run and it's largely neglected by the city but at least there's a new…read moresteel fence around it thanks to recent bike path improvements. Dog run users are also fairly conscientious about not bringing in aggressive dogs. The Parks Dept really needs to step it up and bring the place up to the standards of Manhattan dog runs rather than blow its budget on 7-figure renovations of an overlook that few people even use and a million+ dollar skate park of interest to very few kids in this neighborhood.

This would be a nice pathway to walk but very neglected. Overflowing garbage, graffiti, rampant…read moredogs off of leash with no enforcement. Lots of broken concrete causing tripping hazards especially for seniors and small children. Neglected ball fields. Fence is a tetanus hazard, chipping rusted metal and paint. Broken branches, dead leaves everywhere.

Came here for the first time this weekend. This park is super huge. On my way passing the bridge to…read morecrossover to the bike trail for the water view of the Verrazano bridge by the benches, and passed by a kiddie playground. It was such a peaceful vibe. Some people were exercising, some were fishing, some were just relaxing and enjoying the view. It was a nice walk, I definitely recommend you pay it a visit.