Thanks to overwhelming support from area dog owners and a $7,500 grant from PETsMART Charities,
Cincinnati Parks has developed approximately two acres in
Mt. Airy Forest into a park for dogs. The area is fenced and usage rules are posted on site. Dogs may run leash-free in this dog park, when accompanied by a guardian. Visitors to the facility are encouraged to bring degradable bags to use for disposing of waste.
"If this pilot project at Mt. Airy Forest is successful, it could lead to further opportunities for privately-funded dog parks in other Cincinnati Parks," said Dave Prather, Manager of Planning and Design Services for Cincinnati Parks.
Tax-deductible gifts in support of the Mt. Airy dog park and future dog parks can be sent to the: Cincinnati Parks Foundation, 950 Eden Park Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45202.
The dog park is located at Mt. Airy Forest's Highpoint Picnic Area on Westwood Northern Blvd. between Montana Ave. and North Bend Road.
Regulations
- Entry to "Dog Park" is at the risk of dog owners or handlers.
- A leash is not required in the designated "Dog Park"
- Leash dogs while entering and exiting the "Dog Park"
- Dog owners must have a leash in hand at all times
- All off-leash dogs must be under complete voice control of their owner. If you cannot control your dog, keep your pet leashed at all times for the safety of others
- Dog owners must be in the "Dog Park" and within view of their dogs.
- Aggressive dogs are not permitted and must be removed at the first sign of aggression
- Dog feces must be cleaned up by the owner. Seal waste in a bag before disposing in designated receptacle.
- Children under the age of 13 are not permitted in the "Dog Park" unless accompanied by an adult.
- Fill all holes your dog digs.
- Female dogs in heat are prohibited.
- Dog licenses are required. Dogs should wear an owner identification tag at all times.
- All dogs should be current with all shots as recommended by your veterinarian.
- The "Dog Park" is closed when Park Board personnel are conducting maintenance.
Ohio Revised Code Section 1533.18, Premises, Recreational User
Ohio Revised Code Section 1533.181, Exemption from Liability
All dog owners who fail to comply with the above rules may be ticketed by the park police.
Cincinnati Park Board: 352-4080
Beware of Possible Hazards:
- Plants in the "Dog Park" may be poisonous to your pet.
- Vegetation may have burrs or seeds that could get tangled in your pet's coat or lodged in their feet, ears, or eyes.
- Wild animals or other dogs could injure your pet.
