Rockwood Park Dog Park
Rockwood Park Dog Park in Richmond, VA is a fenced off-leash area open from 7:30 a.m. until dark where dog owners must comply with rules including licensing, vaccination, and supervision. The park requires all dogs to be leashed until inside the fenced area and prohibits aggressive dogs, dogs in heat, and puppies under 4 months. Parking is available in a paved lot across from the park, and the area must be kept clean with provided dump stations for dog waste disposal. The park promotes safety and responsibility among dog owners, including leash use, gate security, and proper clean-up of dog waste and holes dug by dogs.
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Rockwood Park’s Ruff House Dog Park is open 7:30 a.m.-dark. All vehicles must be parked in the paved parking lot across from dog park; vehicles not parked in paved lot will be towed at owner’s expense.
Dog owners are legally responsible for their dogs and any injuries or damages caused by them. Each dog must have proof of current license and rabies vaccination. Dogs must be under voice control at all times.
All dogs must be on-leash until inside the fenced area. Dog owners must carry a leash at all times and closely supervise their dogs. At no time may the owner exit the fenced area without their dog. Gates must be kept closed except when entering or exiting. Remove pinch, spike and choke collars from your dog prior to entering fenced area. No children under 10 years of ages are allowed in the fenced area. Older children must have adult supervision.
Dog feces must be cleaned by owners. Dump stations are available for disposal. No plastic bags or trash in dump station. Use water house to wash off dump area. Owners must fill any holes their dog digs.
The following are not allowed in the fenced area:
Dogs in heat
Ill or injured dogs
Puppies under 4 months
Dog treats or rawhide chews
Animals other than dogs
Aggressive dogs
Bikes
Alcoholic beverages
Food or glass
Any motorized device except wheelchairs