I had a great time here with the two dogs I was sitting. Smaller area for small dogs and a larger fenced in yard with tanbark and benches for medium and large dogs. The whippets met a golden retriever who was very young and very friendly. A pitbull kept wanting their toy so he kept it while the two pups wandered around my legs. I chatted with the owner of a magnificent looking greyhound borzoi mix. Lots of sun and friendly energy at this park. First time there and I will return! Remember to pick up your poop :) read more

Ohlone Dog Park - Dog Parks Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Dog park located in the Ohlone park area. It's split into a large and small dog areas. The ground is filled with bark chips, no grass in the fenced in area. It leads to some dust that gets blown up when dogs run through. Not a downside, just a note since I usually have to bathe my dog after he plays. There are plenty of balls around the area if your dog is more into fetch than other dogs. Two water stations are located near the two entrances. Overall, a very solid dog park, and all the dogs we have interacted with are well socialized and friendly. No aggressive encounters here. read more

Best dog park. Friendly. Safe. Dogs have fun frolic free. Poop picked up by owners!! Responsible people. Get to know each other and their dogs. Family feeling read more

Every dog park has its occasional assortment of kooky dog people who clearly get along better with dogs than people, but almost all my experiences here have been positive. Nice folks who are friendly and chatty, or sit quietly or just talk to their dog as if we all want to hear their conversation. My husband's had a few interactions with someone who he avoids at all costs, but that's for his review! The actual park itself is a great layout with big and small dog sections (but they mostly mix it up together). There are benches and tables for sitting, plenty of bark chips to keep the mud at a minimum (one of my favorite features), double-gate entry on two sides, doggy-drinking water, poop bags and trash cans, and space for the dogs to run, play, sniff and spread out. Hours are daytime (daylight) only, and it's street parking. read more

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This is my top go to dog park during the week and I'll switch between here and alameda dog park on weekends depending on the owners I've been seeing lately and what time I'm able to get out there. Most owners here are responsible and will be watching their dogs pretty closely especially if they're new pawparents or know their dogs need more supervision. Sometimes owners lose track as they socialize but majority of dogs coming here are friendly and just play. It's rare you see any owner with a leash on their dog. Many people watch their dogs from afar in case they poop. There's plenty of seating for people to sit or bring someone else a long to hang out while their dog plays. I talk to a lot of owners when I come here and most people want to talk about their dog or learn about yours and of course exchange names/ages haha. Mostly bark on the ground but some dusty dirt spots as well on one end of the park. Some people do come here just to play ball with their dog the whole time but most of the dogs I see want to socialize with other dogs for the most part. When there are dog issues, typically the owners will get in there and leave on their own right after. Lots of huskies and pit bulls do come here it's more common pit bulls and just a few huskies at a time depending on time of day; in the big dog park it's not uncommon that 4-6 month old puppies of all different breeds come in too. Lots of regulars here without a doubt. There's also a small dog park section that's never occupied in mornings but late afternoons and after work is very busy with at least 10 dogs. On weekdays you can expect a crowd after work until a little before 7pm and I hear 830-930am weekdays and on weekends you can expect pretty great crowd 9:30am-11:30am then another burst later in the afternoon and again at 5pm-7pm. I tend to go in mornings around 9:30-10:30am until the wave of dogs dies down. Time of the year also comes into play of how late people come or if theh come at all during later hours after work. read more

It's the world's first dog park, or so the sign claims. Like most things related to Berkeley, there's a certain shabbiness to the park itself and the way some of the people and their dogs don't get along in uniquely awkward ways. But unlike most things related to and/or sanctioned by the City of Berkeley, at least in the past few years under the current certifiably grossly incompetent city council and mayor, the dog park also does a good job of serving its civic purpose without also simultaneously being an extreme waste of taxpayer dollars and/or a complete circus. The big banner encouraging people to stop their dogs from continuously barking throughout the day makes me nervous. No, not because it makes me think of incessant barking, but because I don't really understand what they're trying to do. Are they asking people to keep their dogs from barking while at the dog park? In my experience, dogs don't do a whole lot of barking at dog parks. Are they trying to encourage people to bring their dogs to the dog park in order to prevent the dogs from disturbing the neighbors where the dogs live? If so, why is the banner so scolding, and which neighborhood is it referring to, the neighborhood where the dog lives, or the neighborhood of the dog park? Of course, I know the answer to all these questions, and that's what makes me nervous. Some idiots clearly haven't trained their dogs, and they (the idiots) allow them (the dogs) to bark all the time, whether at "home" or in the dog park. Instead of actually doing anything that would actually prevent someone from disturbing the peace like, say, issuing citations, someone went to the cost and trouble of printing and hanging this obnoxious, passive-aggressive banner, which will accomplish exactly nothing, because people who are antisocial enough not to prevent their dogs from barking at all times surely aren't in the habit of paying attention to signs. And the banner is also a kind of an admission that maybe the site of the dog park isn't ideal, but it's the first in the world, so of course nothing will be done about that. (And just based on how much money the City of Berkeley wastes on stupid programs, I'm glad they're not moving the dog park, because doing so would probably cost millions of dollars, be met with lawsuits that would take years and cost more millions to settle, and would probably end up being much worse than the status quo.) I do love watching dogs play. And it was so fun and surprising that very first time I randomly came across it. read more

This dog park is located in a pleasant little greenbelt in Berkeley. It can be very difficult to find parking nearby as it is a busy area, so you may have to walk a ways to use the dog park, but I think it's worth it. There are always lots of dogs, which is nice because it means more for my pup to play with. However, there are only a few benches/tables to sit at, so most of the owners end up standing or (goodness knows why) sitting on the ground. Most owners seem to pay attention to their pups and most seem to clean up after them as well. Some seem to think the off-leash rule applies to the whole park and not the fenced area, so do be careful as I have encountered multiple unleashed dogs. The fenced area has a mixture of some grass and some dirt areas. Like most dog parks, the "big dog" area is disproportionately larger so the area feels quite small for all of the dogs inside. Still, my pup has a good time here and I will keep using this space when I am in the area. read more

Ohlone Dog Park - some dirt - Dog Parks Near Me - Berkeley, California

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I really enjoy bringing my dog here to the ohlone dog park! It's nice maintained area that separates the smaller less than 30 pound dogs from the larger ones. With hours from 8 am -8 pm, the gate does lock when it's off hours. Pros: 1. Plenty of dog poop bags! 2. Water spout for hydration 3. Lots of greenery and a large tree in the small dog area. 4. Many of the dogs here know each other and com very often! So it's a very friendly place 5. Lots of room to run and chase! 6. The large dog section of the park is huge and has plenty of seating for people. Cons: 1. Sometimes owners are not attentive to their dogs and I've seen dogs getting attacked 2. Not 24 hrs and locks after 8 pm! Which is unfortunate for those of us who work and get home late 3. Dogs kick up dirt and it doesn't get cleared out for a long time Overall, I really enjoy this dog park! I take my dog at least once a week and he really enjoys it! read more

This used to be a great park, but it's a huge gamble these days. There's always a few dog owners here with overly aggressive dogs who aren't paying attention. On work calls, to busy socializing, or just oblivious to how their dog behaves around other dogs. My dogs is super chill but has gotten attacked numerous times, and their owners are super dismissive about it. I won't go to either park anymore. 8 out of 10 times I have leave within 10 minutes due to lame dog owners. I wish there was a system to ban people. read more

This dog park has a large and small section. I stayed in the small dog park section, which this review is based on. Pros: -fenced in dog park -trees provide some shade -some grassy areas Cons: -there are a few seating options, but not a whole lot if you meet up with people or if it's busy -street parking -some owners are on their phones and don't watch their dogs read more

We checked out Ohlone dog park last weekend for the first time. We have a sweet 10 year old beagle who is more interested in smelling everything and visiting with people than playing with dogs. We went to the small dog area (under 30 lbs) and there was only a handful of dogs which was perfect for us. We were hoping our pup would explore a bit but she stayed right by our side, I think the bigger dogs in the other area made her a bit nervous. The small dog area seemed clean, had dog bags, and a water fountain which was great. There was also a bench and a table which was nice. I'm not one for sitting while at the park with my dog but there was an older group of ladies which seemed to enjoy it. I gave it 4 stars because while we were there a homeless man had set up camp close to the fence and walked over and started peeing- thankfully not facing us. It was a bit uncomfortable and I don't think I'll be taking my dog here if I'm solo. Also, it's all street park and there's a lot of broken glass on the sidewalk. I picked my pup up on our walk back to the car just to be safe. It's a good spot to check out with your pup, and both areas seem to have enough space for them to run out some energy. read more

My dog is a 4 month old puppy 40 pounds and two dog owners were not grabbing their their dogs when they antagonized and attacked my dog. One is a silver/gray French bull dog that should not have been in the larger dog park period. It would not stop barking and biting at my dog no matter what he did (running away& running under tables) and the other was a 4 year old larger Akita who bit my dog until he screamed on his back leg. Only then did they finally get their dogs off of my dog. The two dog owners took no ownership or responsibility for their actions after the incident and when I told one of the owners that his akita bit my dog he said " I grabbed him before that could have happened" ...such BS. I will not be coming here again thanks to these two idiots. read more

Ohlone Dog Park - Dog Parks Near Me - Berkeley, California

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There are aggressive dogs that come here and one tried to maul my puppy. Despite being a very nice looking dog park next to a great coffee shop etc. i have had a couple very crappy experiences here including today when a very aggressive dog came in and went straight to bite my dog and the owner was staring in shock without reacting till my nanny yelled at him and a lady who brought a dog who had diarrhea to the park and she was picking up her dogs continuous runs as he ran around. People! Don't take your dogs to a freaking dog park unless they can somewhat socialize. No aggressive dogs should be allowed in dog parks. Pay to train your dogs a holes. You pay for everything else!!! You bought an expensive dog for what reason?! Anyhow, a lot of my friends rave about this dog park but it's three strikes it's out for me folks. Enter this place at your own risk. My puppy isn't a toy for some rough dog to feel Like if went hunting or catching sheep or something. read more

Yes, I have dogs. No, this is not a review of Ohlone Park East as a dog park. It's a review of OPE as a great place for kids, picnics, jungle gym climbing, and just general lounging about of a Sunday. Folks, this is really a People Park. (Not to be confused with the People's Park, which is a very different place and phenomenon.) First the history: Ohlone Park East was created on a swath of turf which was dug along Hearst street to create a tunnel for BART. Sweet little houses along Hearst were either moved or razed from the site...but in the end, the long thin parkway known as Ohlone emerged. BART moves quietly beneath the surface. Quietly and ecologically efficient. This is know. I was there. Visited friends who lived in a carriage house exactly where Ohlone Park East stands today. SO... when I was invited to a high school graduation party to take place on a Sunday afternoon, I had to go. The honoree was my favorite great-nephew. And the site of the party was, yep, at the same spot where I had visited his great-grandmother's home in 1965. KARMA is alive and well in Berkeley,CA. Good karma, that is! The party was on a beautiful, bright day. (It had rained two days before, so the air was amazingly clean.) Friends, relatives and teachers milled about on the green grass. A group of children could be heard singing under a nearby tree. (It sounded like Filipino folk songs, but who knows?) Two menus were provided as some of us were vegan, but some were not. Two types of cake were served...everything was consumed in a twinkle . My nephew (who is Deaf) and his two friends vigorously conversed. Probably ASL, although you could put it by me. Could have been SEE. They were happy older teens, chatting away on this sunny Berkeley afternoon. DIscussing what college to go to next. And (for I have an active imagination) I believe that somewhere out there, a band of indigenous Ohlone sent good thoughts to waft over the group. The graduate's great-grandmother surely joined them. Ohlone Park East is like that of a Sunday. Makes you believe in a bright tomorrow. And in good urban planning. Its a fine place to sit, stay and play. Even if you don't have a dog. read more

Ohlone Dog Park - Ohlone Park East, the perfect graduation party site! - Dog Parks Near Me - Berkeley, California

Pros: ~ (a personal pro) walking distance from our house ~ a fairly large, enclosed, well-maintained space with water amenities, and seating for humans ~ double gates on either end Cons, which have caused me to no longer go here: ~ same enclosed space does not easily allow dogs who are being harassed by other dogs to get away from them ~ packs, which are often just having fun, can sometimes take a turn and gang up on other dogs especially if there's a very dominant leader ~ some inattentive dog-owners do not respond quickly or at all to their overly exuberant and sometimes aggressive dogs There are mostly responsible and friendly dog owners with well-behaved dogs who come here as well, but several unpleasant experiences have soured me on this place. read more

This is a great place to bring your dogs. It is separated into two sections: small dogs (30lbs or less) and all dogs. I frequent both sections, but spend a majority of my time in the small dog park with my puppy. There are a lot of great dogs and owners willing to talk about various dog related topics and the small community is building each month. I would highly recommend this park. Note: The small dog section has acorns that may cause some digestive issues. Please be aware of your dog and what they are putting in their mouths. read more

Ohlone Dog Park - Dog Parks Near Me - Berkeley, California

It's a bummer that this park is called Ohlone Park East, when it should be titled Berkeley dog park. This dog park was recently renovated and it's fantastic. What used to be dirt and mud everywhere, the park is now freshly mulched. The dogs love the makeover! New benches, "dog tables", and concrete around. In addition to the remodel, a smaller park was created for dogs under 30 lbs. This smaller park has grass and my 28 lb dog prefers to hang around here! Dogs love the grass. I always recommend any of my local friends to bring their pooch here. It's busiest around 3-6pm each day or in the mornings on the weekend. read more

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We love taking our two medium-sized pooches to this dog park. It follows all the best practices and is fairly large for the Bay Area. There are separate areas for small and large dogs, each with a double gate. The outer gate is heavy, swings shut automatically, and latches securely. Inside, the ground is covered with wood chips for good drainage and easy poop pick-up. There are lots of small benches and shade trees, and poop bags are provided for emergencies. The only drawbacks were a water fountain that wasn't working well, no trash cans inside the park itself (though there were a couple just outside the gate, and depending on time of day it can be quite crowded. Still, it's large enough to give everyone plenty of space most of the time. read more

I've dropped in here a couple times with the boys when I wanted a break from the usual dog park rotation. It's a moderately large fenced area surrounded by cute little Berkeley homes. Some houses are right up against the dog area which makes me worry when my dogs start barking while playing. The park is in decent shape although it can get dirty and dusty. There's an assortment of picnic tables and other seating options. The crowd is mixed. I've definitely felt a little uncomfortable with a handful of dogs there - some have acted a little aggressive and unsocialized. The owners are hit and miss too. One owner was doting over her full-sized 30lb pit bull. At one point, it runs over to where I'm sitting so I say hello and give a couple pets. Soonafter, it jumps up into my lap and wiggles for more attention, covering me in dirt. The owner didn't seem bothered and actually praised the behavior. I definitely wasn't overjoyed to have a big dirty pit bull writhing for attention in my lap. Teach your dog some manners! read more

Ohlone Dog Park - Dog Parks Near Me - Berkeley, California

My 5 month old pup loves to play--with all sizes dogs. She doesn't know fear, nor hate. But, now I don't want her in with the big dogs at Ohlone Dog park. Showing up are owners who fail to watch their large, sketchy dogs. And when confronted, as I did the owner of a very aggressive pit bull, his reply "They'll work it out." Unfortunately, at Albany dog park (Thousand Oaks Blvd,by the Albany high school) is also having a spell of careless owners, with big, on-the-edge dogs. (Were they outlawed elsewhere?) BTW: It isn't ok to allow your dadgum male dog to hump other dogs until he gets tired or until an owner pulls their dog away. read more

I recently visited this doggie park with my furry one, and I promise to never put either of us through that again. The pet owners were more than pretentious and rude, they even passed these traits onto their pups. My Pupperoni and I didn't stay more than 10minutes. I watched the other dogs become aggressive with my Dog, as their owners did nothing. If you enjoy watching your dog get bullied, this is the place to enjoy the day. read more

Did you know this was the very first dog park started in the U.S? Well, it is and its been recently renovated. Its a really great park in the heart of Berkeley and there are some really cool dogs and people there. Check out this video I made about the park https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-RQ5fR0_7y4 read more

Good dog park. I like that they have a separate area for smaller dogs, and both are decently sized. Problems include: some people are very inattentive and do nothing to correct their dogs' inappropriate behavior or clean up after them. There are some nice people in the park but it can also be oddly cliquey at times. read more

I went here today with my doggie for the fisrt time and overall we liked the park. I especially like that it is enclosed and there is plenty of free roaming room for the doggies. It is a little dusty and the bark is rather old, but I am just happy to find gated dog parks so I can deal with that. My dog wasn't too interested in the other dogs, just as I wasn't too interested in the people, kidding. There were lots of people there, some congregating together in a group talking about shelter dogs vs. breeders & so on. Others were not so social and to themselves, like myself. On the upside there were bags for doggie poop clean up and places to sit, another plus. Next time I am in the Berkeley area I will visit this dog park again. read more

LISTEN EVERYONE, the DOG PARK is on the EAST end of Ohlone Park. Why are all the reviews for the dog park in Ohlone Park West, when the dog park is on the east end of the park? Anyway, I'm not so crazy about the dog park because it's dirty and smells. Plus my dog doesn't really like to run or play with other dogs here anymore since she once got into a fight with another dog which resulted in a $700 emergency room visit. The other dog owner took off with his pit bull without exchanging information and that pissed me off. read more

Hit or miss depending on what dogs are there. There are some rude ladies there questioning why my dog isn't fixed yet. It's a freaken choice that's why. Is your husband fixed? "That's why my dog doesn't like your dog because he's intact". Tough luck. read more

I gave ohlone west 5 stars because of the dog park, but ohlone east is quite nice as well. A community garden, a wonderful kids jungle gym, a winding shady path perfect for jogging, etc. It's very nice and you can get there either from North Berkeley Bart at the west end, or take Milvia from downtown. read more

The terrier-who-must-not-be-named often decides to avail himself of a little snack. Said snack often consists of furniture...sigh...You know that design show I Yelped?? Well, suffice it to say my home will never have any designer furniture thanks, mainly, to You Know Who. Still...I love him and we do what we can. Ohlone Park is fun! The dog park is great and generally pretty well kept up. I like going here to hula hoop, take my kids for a romp, and exercise the pooch. Today I saw something inspiring! A man was working a remote-controlled seagull that his dog was chasing like there was nothing better in the world!! That dog was obsessed!! Now, I said to myself, "Where can I get or how can I make a remote-controlled squirrel??" This is my next quest...Until then, Ed can be found making a general nuisance of himself in the confines of the designated dog area. I will be pleased because he's not home nibbling on the ottoman. Everyone is better off for these outdoor spaces! I do wish many of the large sleeping bag-covered humans had a place to go, but this is not the fault of the park department. A grand outing! read more

I'm a big fan. It's good for runners / joggers, bikers, and walkers. Most of the stretch is filled with at least something interesting (public art, garden, parks, grassy fields, a playground, etc.). Its path is great as it winds through a lot of key areas. Also it is not too physically strenuous but is long enough for at least an hour workout. I recommend not going when it gets dark because it can get lonely in parts. read more

It's nice that there's a dog park in Ohlone Park East. That's about it. I've been here about a dozen times. There's always a crowd in the evenings and on the weekends, and the bad dog owners definitely spoil the experience. There has always been one or two dogs that are too aggressive, bark too much, or are generally not that nice (and the owner isn't well-equipped or doesn't care enough to solve the problem). The park's surface is tan bark on dirt, so both you and your dog will be super dusty when all is said and done. There are enough nearby parks that you can take your pooch elsewhere, and you've got a good chance of meeting up with other owners that are fed up w/ the dog park here. read more

Great fenced area for my dogs (one small breed, one large breed). Some owners really need to train their dogs before they bring them here, or at least arrive sober with your dog. Though I agree dog parks are for socializing, they should NOT be turned into a training ground for pit bulls or other large breeds to bully smaller dogs while their owners sit around ignoring their dogs or pretending that's not their dog. FYI: an 8lb toy dog can't teach the 60 lbs pit bull to stop biting; control YOUR own animal. .... and, Hey lazy dog owner: It's not fair to put make a helpless toy breed defend itself just because you aren't fit to own a dog but got one anyway. read more

This park is great for what it is. A relatively clean fenced in area with a nice mixture of different sized, different tempered dogs (and owners). There is always some dogs who are just there to watch, some who are just there to chase the ball it brought to the park, and others like my dog who want to socialize with every other dog in the park. All of these options are available. An added bonus is that some of the people who frequent this park are interesting to say the least. I spoke with someone who told me that they could not only read minds but that they were one of the only people in the entire world that could distinguish between "real" humans and robots; of which around 80% of the people on Earth are. So that was a real treat. Times to avoid this park are after a heavy rain. The years and years of soaked in dog pee and poo will bubble to the surface and the smells that escape are nauseating at best and brain shattering at worst. read more

I come to this dog park pretty regularly. Most people are courteous and attentive to their dogs while also chatting with other dog owners, which I really appreciate. We've seen all sizes and breeds here, but if you're looking for a park with a small dogs section, you won't get it here. We typically go in the evenings, and there's always a good crowd; most of the time the dogs are great at finding other pups they can play nicely with. My dog isn't always feeling social, but the park is big enough that I can take him to a far away corner to work on leash-free training and tricks without too many distractions. The main downside of this park is that it can be quite dusty when it's dry and muddy when it's wet. Also, I wish people wouldn't bring small children to run around here--a lot of dogs have the instinct to chase them, and I've watched parents be totally oblivious to this. The fence is good--my dog is an escape artist and he's never gotten out. Wheelchair accessibility notes: One of the upsides of this particular park is it's not just an open green field--there's a paved sidewalk that runs the length of the entire park. That said, I imagine the wood chips that cover the rest of the park would be difficult to roll over if you needed to reach your dog. No bathrooms; street parking only. read more

When I first arrived to Berkeley, the dog park was closed for renovation. I was happy when it re-opened, as I always feel a little guilty taking the pup to a park where it's not expressly for dogs. It's pretty spacious and there's even a smaller part for little dogs. What I've noticed, almost immediately, is that people do not do a good job of picking up their dog's poop. I've narrowly avoided steaming piles and watched dogs take a poop while their owner is gabbing away with the other dog owners who aren't really interacting with their pups. I've also never understood this - people just standing around while the dogs run amok. And the barking. Ohhhh, the barking. Despite signs asking that people keep their dogs from constantly barking, so as not to disrupt the neighbors, it doesn't seem like anyone cares to even try and give the folks behind the park some courtesy. All in all, Felix and I enjoy this place. He gets to run a ton, for now it's relatively clean, and it's just a ball's throw away from home. read more

This dog park is such a great size and had a ton of places to sit... but the other side of this park was FULL of homeless tent campers sprawled out along the lawns. Some were even in the dog park laying on benches. Lots of people using the dog park and had friendly dogs. Just wasn't thrilled about the whole scheme of it. I'll be trying the off leash area up north next time. read more

The main positive quality Ohlone Dog Park has is that it's in Berkeley :) Otherwise, I probably would have preferred to stick with the myriad other dog parks we researched and frequented on this Spring Break 2016 Doggie Road Trip. All the other owners I encountered were very friendly and mainly on top of their dogs' behavior. There were a few 'whatever' owners who were kickin it, but their dogs hardly ever posed a problem. But otherwise the park was clean, well maintained, and never overly crowded when we stopped by. Parking was super easy (usually on Grant) and although there was construction on the west entrance, it didn't deter from the experience one bit. Ohlone is a great doggie pit stop, but otherwise it just kicks up too much dirt and dust to be here all the time. Plus, the dogs are usually so sociable and friendly that when they all approach you for that behind-the-ear scratchy goodness, you'll all be united in unintentional filth. Roxy rates it: four happy paws up! Met lots of nice others here. read more

4 stars! Still a very great park. With a nice size Small dog park & a Big dog park, with tennis balls. The park has been very well & lively since I've been there. I've brought my 3 month old German pit to play here about 4 times & many more to come. The owners are very nice, although I had one altercation with this one older woman about my dog being too young & telling me he can die.. everyone keeps a close eye on their pup & it's very wonderful, very clean & I will be returning!! read more

I have always had a positive experience at this park. It is a great place to take your dog (especially if they are smaller) due to the seperate areas for large and small dogs. The best time to go is in the afternoons between 4-6pm, that's when all the little dogs come out to play. read more

I recently moved to the area and have tried this park a few times, but have had multiple poor experiences. The owners are inattentive and chatting with each other instead of watching their dogs. I found that they are slow or unlikely to discipline their dogs when they exhibit poor behavior. The space is large which is great, but unfortunately I won't be taking my dog back due to the potential for unsafe, undisciplined aggressive play. One owner actually asked me if I could find his dog's feces because he wasn't paying attention. It's unfortunate that the owners don't act more responsibly. read more

I like this place although I only came here because I am waiting for my other dog to get out of the vet because of a foxtail.