Barkland Avenue Dog Park

Everything was much better when it was grass, but then they changed it to stones. I feel like they damaged it. The pets can no longer run or walk around the park properly.

There are 2 huge fenced in parks attached which is great . If a small dog owner isn’t ready to introduce thier small dogs to the large dog enclosure the 2 are connected so the dogs can still see each other and play but thru a fence.
Cute benches with paw prints. One doggie water fountain does work in the small dog enclosure so you don’t even have to pack water which is convenient. Lots of birds and greenery and woods surrounding it making it a good place to relax. Any one with dogs and no back yard or apt living really should come take advantage of this so the pups can run free it’s fun to see the dialogue n different dog personalities .
This dog park is monitored and clear on the no children under 10 rule signs up about certain rules.

People are welcoming and friendly. Most dogs are well behaved. Spacious and has two gated areas. Has a water spigot and toys for the dogs. People pick up their dogs buisness. Overall a good park!

They changed the grass into these little pebbles which damaged my dogs paw. He was crying all the way home. I had to put him in the shower and rinse the salt off of his paws as well and little pebbles were still stuck in his paws to who made the decision to put these pebbles. I would be in shock if you owned a dog.

Resident AND park pass required. Given the threats of fine, I was unwilling to go into this park and had to take pictures over the fence while the dog waited in the car.

Large open space covered in peastone. No shade at all.

I dislike controlled, paid access to dog parks. I think they should be open and free use. Rules are necessary, but limiting access hurts the pups who need it.