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Wethersfield Dog Park Opened in October of 2006, this is a one acre park with barrier fencing, park benches and picnic tables. There are separate areas for both small and large dogs. There are signs and message boards containing rules and regulations and educational materials. Volunteers have built some play apparatus for dogs to play on such as ramps, show tables. There is a water source on site. The park was funded through donations and fundraising efforts. The park is governed by users and the dog warden. Police monitor the park as well and volunteers assist with checking dog licenses on a random basis. The Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with community volunteers help to maintain the park.
South Windsor Bark Park Opened in November of 2007, it is a one acre park with barrier fencing. There are separate areas for small and large dogs, and some trees for shade. There is dog agility equipment and a water source on site. The park was funded by donations and fundraising efforts by Friends of South Windsor Dog Park. There are benches and picnic tables. The park is monitored by volunteers and police.
Hamden Dog Park at Bassett Opened in October 2003, the dog park is a 1.1 acre fenced-in leash-free area. There is a small area separated by fencing that is for small dogs only. The local dog owners group fundraises to provide the poop bags for the area (about $1000 per year). The park has 5 trash receptacles that are picked up by the town, 4 benches and 5 picnic tables.
Granby Dog Park The Granby dog park opened in April, 2006 in Granby's Salmon Brook Park. This dog park is managed and maintained by D.O.G.G.S., a volunteer group of dog owners.
Westport-Compo Beach and Winslow Park Compo Beach has a movable demarcation and Winslow Park is two acres and has a split rail demarcation. Requirements in off-leash areas: 1) Owners or handlers must accompany their dogs at all times within the off-leash area, 2) Owners and handlers must have a leash in hand at all times within the off-leash area and 3) Owners and handlers must pick up their dog’s feces and properly dispose of them.
Norwalk-Taylor Farm and Cranbury Park Taylor Farm is fenced and Cranbury is not. Both areas are multi-purpose parks, and dogs must be under the owner’s control at all times.
Milford-Eisenhower Park Milford has a ¾ acre park and offers bags, trashcans and benches. It has been around for the past 12 years. A community group supervises and supports the park.
New Haven-Edgewood Park This dog park has been around for 8 years and is a fenced ¼ acre. Amenities include bags, trashcans and benches. The “Friends of Edgewood Park” group runs dog events at the park.
Norwich-Pawsitive Park This park has both an off-leash area and a dedicated 1.25 acre dog park with fencing. Amenities include year-round running water, bags, trashcans, benches, umbrellas, picnic tables and toys.
Ridgefield Bark Park Opened in 2002, the bark park has been a great success, serving hundreds of dogs and their owners. Fundraisers and donations from the private sector financed the 1.5-acre enclosure, which is divided into “Small Dog” and “All Dog” areas. The rules of the park are posted prominently. Doggy waste bags and water are available within the park. Ridgefield Parks and Recreation continues to maintain the park as it does all the town parks and playing fields. A dog owners’ group volunteer directs beautification and improvements to the park. It attracts hundreds of visitors every week.
Greenwich Opened December 2005, it is a .75-acre park with water, bags, trashcans and benches. Many other towns in Connecticut are planning dog parks! Please email mdog.amduke@yahoo.com with any suggestions for additional dog parks to list on this page. Thanks! |
