Friends of Perth Dog Park

05/26/2026

Heads up!

The dog park will be closed every Thursday from 7:30AM-9:30AM for scheduled maintenance. Please plan your visits accordingly. Thanks to the wonderful people who keep our favourite dog park clean, safe, and in great shape. (That includes all of you, as you clean up after your dogs and make sure to pick up any p**p that’s been missed by others!)

05/13/2026

Gentle Spring Cleanup Reminder:
The dog park is a public space. It is an amazing community resource to share, for pups and humans to socialize, get some exercise. Thank you for treating each other courteously, respectfully & extending the same care to the park. We have had a few growing pains but overall the feedback has been that our dog park doesn’t experience that many issues that other public spaces experience! That is because of all of you! We look forward to more growth, improvements over the years to come.

In the park, p**ps need to be picked up & there are lots of bags available. There is receptacle for any waste outside the front main gate.

For those who go the extra mile picking up the extra messes, thank you so, so much! I wish you didn't have to, but know that your effort to help maintain the park is truly appreciated by all of us! Dogs too! We notice!

As the park is for public use dogs with behavioural issues or in heat should not be using the park except for the smaller dog area Gentle Paws (bigger area if no one else is there or with the communication, understanding, consent of other dogs owners present). It can cause serious issues for others. There are local private parks that can be rented to give dogs the freedom to run without incident to others. If you find it difficult to locate one you can reach out to the admin for this site & we will do our best to assist you. We also post & can recommend amazing local business that can help you with any behaviour issues you have with training, behavioural guidance. A public access dog park is not for every dog & there are better, less busy times to use the park or other smaller play groups.

Thank you everyone for building a community of care in such a short few months that the park has been open! You all truly represent the whole idea behind this initiative which is to ‘Meet as Neighbours & Leave as Friends’.

Next time you visit, please take a moment to read the rules sign at the entrance, and grab a couple of extra p**p bags, just in case.

Thank you!
-Friends of the Perth Dog Park

03/23/2026

We are so excited to share this news! Thank you to all of the generous community members that have made this next big step happen. It’s going to be a nice shady summer 🌳

01/05/2026

Community Safety & Care Reminder

We want to speak with care and clarity about an important safety concern at the dog park.

Recently, there have been incidents where dogs have been injured during interactions. This message isn’t about blame — we all love our dogs and want the best for them. Dogs have different social needs and triggers, and the safety of all dogs and people in the park is our shared priority.

That said, there is zero tolerance for repeated aggressive or biting incidents. If a dog causes injury or repeated conflict, that dog must be removed from the off-leash area immediately and it may not be appropriate for the dog to use the park at this time. Taking a break and exploring training support, quieter hours, on-leash walks, or structured socialization can benefit everyone.

Local Bylaw & Liability Info:
Under the Town of Perth’s Animal Control By-law, dog owners are responsible for maintaining control of their animals and preventing them from running at large or causing harm to others. Every owner is legally responsible for their dog’s behaviour and for complying with licensing and control requirements.
Additionally, under Ontario’s Dog Owners’ Liability Act, dog owners can be held responsible for injuries or damages caused by their dog biting or attacking another person or domestic animal. This includes potential reimbursement for vet bills or other losses.

Guidelines for Everyone:
• Dogs must be under voice control at all times
• Owners should intervene promptly if tensions rise
• Dogs showing aggression or repeated conflict should not attend off-leash areas
• If an incident occurs, leash your dog and leave safely

If your dog is bitten or involved in an incident:
1. Separate safely — get both dogs leashed and apart without putting yourself at risk
2. Leave the park to stop escalation
3. Check for injuries — even small punctures can worsen later
4. Seek veterinary care if needed
5. Document the incident (photos, notes, time)

To keep things respectful and private, comments on this post are turned off. If you’ve had an incident or concern, please direct message the page with details like date, time, and a brief description. This helps us follow up appropriately while avoiding public conflict.

Thank you for helping keep the park safe, welcoming, and compassionate for all dogs and their people.

12/24/2025

This holiday season, we’re saying THANK YOU to the Perth and District Community Foundation for their generous $20,000 grant to the dog park, and to everyone who makes this space possible — the PDCF team, Town of Perth, our volunteers, grant writers, donors, and all the community members who’ve brought their dogs to enjoy the park so far. We’re so grateful for this incredible support.

Here’s to continued growth in 2026! 🐾🎉

12/12/2025

Give the gift of community this season by making a donation in their name to the Perth & District Community Foundation. Our Community Granting Fund supports grass-roots initiatives such as the Friends of Perth Dog Park and Q***r Connection Lanark (both recipients of 2025 community grants).

To learn more, visit our website at www.pdcf.ca

12/02/2025