Let’s just start with the general pros and cons of this dog park —

Pros:
– plenty of parking
– two sections separating large dogs and small dogs
– turf & dirt
– benches to sit
– waste bags and trash cans provided

Cons
– flying bugs/gnats
– doesn’t have many dogs the times I’ve gone

I usually go to the Wildcatters dog park in Brea but decided to come here with my dog today for the first time in at least a year around 9:15am. I went to the small dog park and saw a group of people sitting down in the shaded benches talking to each other. I could tell they were all friends or acquaintances that regularly frequent the park so I sat by myself to the side to just watch my dog play. There were about 5 other dogs there. I picked up my dog’s poop but saw at least 2-3 piles of poop from other dogs that had not been picked up.

I was just sitting there when a cute little black/brown furry dog came up to me to sniff me and my pants. I didn’t pet him but naturally I gently put my hand out for him to sniff me and get comfortable but he suddenly lashed out and bit my hand. It was hard enough to make me scream and break my skin to cause it to bleed. I looked around and no one batted an eye. I decided to get up and leave with my dog but before leaving, I went up to the group and asked if anyone knew whose dog it was.

One of the ladies responded “oh, he’s mine. Did he bite you?” I responded “yes, he did” and she was like “oh… yeah he bites” … okay, what??? The other two ladies were sitting there nonchalantly and asked if the bite broke skin, and I told them it did and that I was bleeding. The biting dog’s owner had to go to her car to get a first aid kit. I wanted to leave but thought that was the least she could do.

She proceeded to tell me that her dog has brain damage and probably saw my hand as a shadow and a threat and that he was a rescue that was abused in the past. She also mentioned that 99% of people who come to that dog park know that her dog bites. And that she should have mentioned it to me but she was talking and got distracted. And not to worry because her dog is up to date with all his shots. Oh, and that the first aid kit in her car is so well equipped and it better be because it came with her ?K car. Literally everything that came out of her mouth missed the point that she should NOT be having her dog out in public areas ESPECIALLY unsupervised. As an expecting mother, I also got really nervous thinking about any children that might come to this park and get bitten just for innocently wanting to play with a cute dog.

I did report this to OC Animal Care but please come here, or any dog park in general, at your own risk. You’d think people wouldn’t bring their dogs to a dog park if they know it bites but not everyone has common sense. I’m just glad it was me and not my dog because that would have been an incoming lawsuit.

Let’s just start with the general pros and cons of this dog park —

Pros:
– plenty of parking
– two sections separating large dogs and small dogs
– turf & dirt
– benches to sit
– waste bags and trash cans provided

Cons
– flying bugs/gnats
– doesn’t have many dogs the times I’ve gone

I usually go to the Wildcatters dog park in Brea but decided to come here with my dog today for the first time in at least a year around 9:15am. I went to the small dog park and saw a group of people sitting down in the shaded benches talking to each other. I could tell they were all friends or acquaintances that regularly frequent the park so I sat by myself to the side to just watch my dog play. There were about 5 other dogs there. I picked up my dog’s poop but saw at least 2-3 piles of poop from other dogs that had not been picked up.

I was just sitting there when a cute little black/brown furry dog came up to me to sniff me and my pants. I didn’t pet him but naturally I gently put my hand out for him to sniff me and get comfortable but he suddenly lashed out and bit my hand. It was hard enough to make me scream and break my skin to cause it to bleed. I looked around and no one batted an eye. I decided to get up and leave with my dog but before leaving, I went up to the group and asked if anyone knew whose dog it was.

One of the ladies responded “oh, he’s mine. Did he bite youNULL” I responded “yes, he did” and she was like “oh… yeah he bites” … okay, what??? The other two ladies were sitting there nonchalantly and asked if the bite broke skin, and I told them it did and that I was bleeding. The biting dog’s owner had to go to her car to get a first aid kit. I wanted to leave but thought that was the least she could do.

She proceeded to tell me that her dog has brain damage and probably saw my hand as a shadow and a threat and that he was a rescue that was abused in the past. She also mentioned that 99% of people who come to that dog park know that her dog bites. And that she should have mentioned it to me but she was talking and got distracted. And not to worry because her dog is up to date with all his shots. Oh, and that the first aid kit in her car is so well equipped and it better be because it came with her NULLK car. Literally everything that came out of her mouth missed the point that she should NOT be having her dog out in public areas ESPECIALLY unsupervised. As an expecting mother, I also got really nervous thinking about any children that might come to this park and get bitten just for innocently wanting to play with a cute dog.

I did report this to OC Animal Care but please come here, or any dog park in general, at your own risk. You’d think people wouldn’t bring their dogs to a dog park if they know it bites but not everyone has common sense. I’m just glad it was me and not my dog because that would have been an incoming lawsuit.

Our belated boy Bear ingested fentanyl at this park so please pay good attention to your fur babies. Bear is the black one! Some of you guys have met and know him from the park.

Our belated boy Bear ingested fentanyl at this park so please pay good attention to your fur babies. Bear is the black one! Some of you guys have met and know him from the park.

Hill Dog Park is a solid spot for dog owners looking for a well-sized, no-frills place to let their dogs run and play. I brought my dog, Peyton, and we had a great experience. The park is divided into two fenced areas—one for small dogs and one for large dogs. Both are decently sized, offering enough space for dogs to run, socialize, and play fetch without feeling cramped.

The ground is mostly dirt, with a few patches of artificial turf that help keep things cleaner. It can get dusty, especially on dry days, but it doesn’t seem to bother the dogs one bit. There are both dog and human water fountains available inside the park, which is a great convenience—no need to carry extra water bottles unless you want to.

There’s also a tennis court up on the hill and a few benches scattered around for owners to relax in the shade. The park is usually clean, and most visitors are responsible and friendly. Fencing is secure, and visibility across the park is good, making it easy to keep track of your dog.

Parking is free and located just a short walk from the park entrance. It’s not overly crowded, and it has a laid-back, neighborhood vibe. If you’re looking for a safe, decently-sized park where your dog can run free and meet other pups, Hill Dog Park is worth the visit.

Hill Dog Park is a solid spot for dog owners looking for a well-sized, no-frills place to let their dogs run and play. I brought my dog, Peyton, and we had a great experience. The park is divided into two fenced areas—one for small dogs and one for large dogs. Both are decently sized, offering enough space for dogs to run, socialize, and play fetch without feeling cramped.

The ground is mostly dirt, with a few patches of artificial turf that help keep things cleaner. It can get dusty, especially on dry days, but it doesn’t seem to bother the dogs one bit. There are both dog and human water fountains available inside the park, which is a great convenience—no need to carry extra water bottles unless you want to.

There’s also a tennis court up on the hill and a few benches scattered around for owners to relax in the shade. The park is usually clean, and most visitors are responsible and friendly. Fencing is secure, and visibility across the park is good, making it easy to keep track of your dog.

Parking is free and located just a short walk from the park entrance. It’s not overly crowded, and it has a laid-back, neighborhood vibe. If you’re looking for a safe, decently-sized park where your dog can run free and meet other pups, Hill Dog Park is worth the visit.

This is a great dog park. I appreciate how they have two separate dog parks on the same premises, one for smaller dogs under 25lbs and another park for larger dogs.

This is a great dog park. I appreciate how they have two separate dog parks on the same premises, one for smaller dogs under 25lbs and another park for larger dogs.

Well kept, plenty of parking, doggy bags, & water stations. Small dog side and large dog side with safe and working entrances.
Parks are huge and very well kept! It was empty on a Friday around lunch!
Tucked away in a nice neighborhood, surrounded by nature and others up the hill playing tennis.
No bad experiences with other pets or pet parents during my visits! I’ve only experienced the big dog section.

Well kept, plenty of parking, doggy bags, & water stations. Small dog side and large dog side with safe and working entrances.
Parks are huge and very well kept! It was empty on a Friday around lunch!
Tucked away in a nice neighborhood, surrounded by nature and others up the hill playing tennis.
No bad experiences with other pets or pet parents during my visits! I’ve only experienced the big dog section.