Nature Center. Founded in 1978 and situated with its headquarters overlooking Dartmouth’s Slocum River, one of southeastern New England’s most spectacular estuaries, the Lloyd Center for the Environment has achieved a well earned reputation for excellence in environmental research and education. Through its innovative outreach programs, it has established itself as a highly regarded leader in the ongoing effort to raise awareness of the area’s fragile coastal resources and the importance of protecting them. With extraordinary water views and five miles of trails (on which under-control dogs are most welcome!) through unspoiled forest and salt-marshes to be discovered at its coastal nature preserve, the Lloyd Center offers a variety of recreational and educational opportunities for families, birders, school-children, hikers, scientists and nature enthusiasts of all ages. Location: 430 Potomska Road. Directions: From Route I-195, take Exit 12 or 12A (one exit west of intersection with Route 140). Turn right at end of Exit ramp and go through three sets of lights to Route 6. Cross Route 6 and, after a half mile, bear left onto Chase Road. Go 3.5 miles to its end (STOP-sign) and turn right onto Russells Mills Road. Go nearly a mile and turn left, just before Davoll’s General Store, onto Rock O’ Dundee Road. Go nearly a mile and turn right onto Potomska Road. The entrance to the Center, at No. 430, is about 1.7 miles down on the right.
The dog park is at the corner of 17th Street and Rose Street in Detroit’s historic Corktown neighborhood. The park is adjacent to the Michigan Central Station, and about a block south of Michigan Avenue.
It’s open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.
Disc Golf Course/Dog Park. This is a great disc golf course and dogs roam free and happy for acres. There is a creek of sorts on the far end for the dogs to get a drink and take a dip. 2.6 acre fenced off dog park. Location: Green Springs. Directions: Exit 258 Greensprings Ave. off I-65, east, then left on Green Springs Hwy, 0.5 mile, right at 16th Ave. (1st light), then right through the old Apts. up hill past Tennis Center, stay left to back parking lot.
Fenced; under the freeway. Has 2 areas–a smaller fenced-in area for dogs under 25 lb; and a large fenced area for larger dogs. Has a poop station in each area with plastic bags and a garbage can. Location: Off Cleveland Ave, downtown, near the old train station and the skateboard park. Directions: From Meridian Street go under the freeway, turn right on Cleveland; it’s right there.
Location: Fenced, stream, ponds, trail, restrooms, trees, and water. Hwy 14 and Wire Rd. Go West of Auburn University Vet School.
Unofficial dog park, please use a leash here. Not fenced. Location: Highland Avenue. Directions: HW 31 N to Highland Ave; turn right; continue on Highland until you come to Rhodes Park (2nd of three parks on Highland).
Off leash walking area for dogs. There are many intertwining trails around Connor’s Lake. Watch out for moose! Location: Parking area at Jewel Lake Road at intersection with International Airport Road, across from Ted Stevens International Airport. Directions: Take International Airport going west toward airport. At Jewel Lake Road make a left, make the first quick left into the parking area.
The dog park is for everyone! The dog park offers: 1. Provides a place for dog training 2. Socializes & exercises dogs in a safe place 3. Promotes responsible pet ownership 4. Enables dogs to legally run off-leash 5. Promotes public health and safety 6. Serves people of most ages and physical capabilities
Open waste ground area in Sports Park. Location: Anchorage Sports Park, Timberlane & Klatt Road. Directions: From Seward Highway take O’Malley exit. Go west on O’Malley to C Street light; left on C. C turns into Klatt after curve. In winter, only west gate is open further down Klatt from Timberlane.
Fabulous trails go all around the lake, some wide open fields, but trails mostly meander through the woods, with many small trails for dogs to circle about on leading to water’s edge and such. Location: Bragaw Street between Tudor and University Drive. Directions: West on Tudor if coming from Seward HWY. Turn left on Bragaw. Parking available across from UAA dorms, or behind Ak Native Hospital on weekends.
Multi-use Community Park and Dog Park. Fully fenced and lighted for evening use. Has water faucets and trash receptacles. Location: 12325 W. McDowell Rd. Directions: Take McDowell Rd. Turn south into main entrance. Go right to west end of park.
The dog park has a staging area and a large area for the dogs to roam. It also has an agility course, which is separate from the dog-roaming area. Gated Dog Park. Location: 1400 W. Mesquite St. Directions: Bark Park/Shawnee Park is located south of Elliot and north of Warner just off of Alma School. Head WEST on W. Mesquite St. from Alma School. The park is on the north side of the road. You can park on the road, near the dog park entrance OR you can park in the Shawnee Park parking lot on the east side of the park and walk across (to the west) the children’s playground to the dog park. Also, the park is east of Dobson Rd
2 enclosed play areas. 1 for small/passive dogs, 1 for large dogs. Both have large grass areas with water, and some shade. Located at McDonald & Hayden on Southeast corner – enter on McDonald just east of Hayden. Take the 101 to McDonald & turn West to 82nd St lite & turn Left into Parking lot – it says to Off-Leash Area. Or from Hayden & McDonald go East on McDonald & take the 1st Right into Parking lot & right again.
This 14,000-square foot lighted facility features: Fido fountain, Scrambling area, Shaded area with ramada, Scooper dispenser
Leashed and leash-free dog park – 4 acres. Won Dog Fancy award for best dog park in U.S. Awesome park with lake for dogs to swim, K9 agility equipment, several leash free areas, dog washing areas, dog fountains. Location: 2502 E. Ray Road. (Northeast corner of Ray Road and Santan Loop 202). Directions: From the Santan Loop 202, exit at Higley, turn south to Ray Road, turn west on Ray follow until you see the entrance signs.
Large fenced in area with separate areas for active and timid dogs. Location: Greenfield & Knox. Directions: South on Greenfield Road past Warner Road. Turn right at Knox Road. Follow signs for the Dog Park.
Open daily 6 a.m.-midnight Creamery Park is fenced, lighted, and includes benches, disposal bags, trash cans, parking, and water.
Very big area, separate areas for small & big dogs. Big complex with baseball fields. Lots of children in baseball season. Location: 2 blocks south of Warner on Greenfield’s Rd. make right turn. Directions: I-60 to Greenfield Rd., go South past Warner 2 blocks and make a Right.
Bags provided, doggy drinking fountains. On Tioga Dr. between Desert Vista and Tower Drives. Fountain Hills, AZ.
A dog friendly 50’s style diner for dogs. Daily preparations of natural food for dogs, specializing in dog chef cooking classes. The Dog Chef Dog Park is across the parking lot. 1/2 acre fenced in area, water, wading pool, seating for humans, toys. Deli for humans next to Dog Chef Kitchen. The only privately owned public dog park available south of Tuson. Location: 30 miles south of Tucson off i-19. Exit 48, Arivaca Turnoff. Go left under the overpass. That takes you right to the Amado Territory Ranch. Go to the furthest East side of the ranch.
This dog park has a separate small dog area, drinking water, benches, and trees (no lights or shade). Be sure to check the irrigation schedule for water dates. The Pack News supports this dog park.
Glendale Park Department. Small park divided into two parks for large and small dogs. Grass area in middle. Surrounded by crushed decomposed granite. Obstacle course. Has water and dog shower. Seating available. Has poop scoopers and bags. Location: Next to parking lot for Foothills Library in Glendale, AZ. North of Union Hills on 57th Ave. Directions: Take Union Hills Drive to 57th Ave. Go north past baseball field and turn East into Foothills Library parking lot. Go to far corner of parking lot.
1 acre. 1 side for old one side for active. County Park nearby allows dogs on leash and has a Dog Hike every month. Location: Estrella Parkway near just before Gila River Bridge. Directions: I-10 south about 6 miles just before Gila River Bridge to right.
Small enclosed area for dogs. Grass (when not dirt) & baggies provided. Water access outside of enclosed area about a 2 minute walk. It’s not very large & no separation for small dogs but fairly good. On 92 St (or it’s called 100th St there too) & Frank Lloyd Wright. From Frank Lloyd Wright & 92nd St go North till u see parking lot on left side. There are 4 large baseball fields. It’s in front of the first field (#1).
This is a great place with a smaller area for Dogs under 30 pounds. 23 W Calle Concordia.
Pet owners flock to this beautiful beach during the off-season from October to April, when pets on-leash are welcome to join them.
Informally known as South Road Town Park. Big open field abutted by construction site where balance of field is being developed. Parking on side of road. Location: South Road. Directions: Exit 31b, 1st left on Hartwell, 2nd Rt. on Maguire, which becomes South Road. 1 mile after right on Maguire – big open field on Rt., after new street Liberty road, Lots of dogs off leash.
Enjoy this gorgeous oceanside hike which includes a hurrican dike and views of fishing boats. Your pet is welcome to join you on-leash.
Residence Inn by Marriott New Bedford Dartmouth allows up to two dogs of any size per guest room for an additional fee of $100 per stay.
Seaport Inn and Marina is pet friendly! Pets are welcome for an additional fee of $25 per stay.
New Bedford Inn and Suites accepts two pets under 40 lbs for a fee of $25 per pet per stay. No agressive breeds are allowed.
Louise E,Wechsler is a house call veterinarian for small animals and reptiles.. She operates out of Little Compton and within a 20 mile range, or more with notice. She often shares patients with their local veterinarians and does elective surgery at Portsmith Veterinary Clinic in Portsmith, R.I.
Melody’s Pet Grooming Melody’s Pet Grooming is family owned and operated. We have over 25 years of grooming experience. Melody’s offers there services to all breeds of dogs and cats.Our services include basic grooming, dematting, and flea treatments as well. Area Served: Serving New Bedford, Acushnet, Rochester, Dartmouth, Fairhaven, Marion,Services Offered: » Grooms most/all breeds of dogs » Special Care Appointments » Cat Grooming Services » Offers Large Dog (70+ Pounds) Grooming Services » Retail Pet Products Available » Vet Referred Business Established: 1990
On leash dog friendly beaches
