Facilities

Rules / Regulations 

For the protection and enjoyment of all dog park users, please observe these rules:

• Clean up after your dog and dispose of waste appropriately.

• Dogs must be leashed when entering/exiting the gate and outside the fenced area.

• Dogs must have visible current vaccination tags and current dog license. 

• Electric collars, prong training collars, or choke chains not to be worn inside the park.

• Enter at your own risk - City of Winona is not responsible for any damages, stolen property, or injuries.

• Handlers assume full responsibility for their dog(s).

• Handlers must be in verbal control and within sight of their dogs at all times.

• Handlers must carry a leash at all times – all dogs must wear collar and identification.

• Hours of Operation: Sunrise to Sunset.

• Maximum of two dogs per user per visit.

• No children under the age of 10 - all other minors must be accompanied by an adult.

• No dogs can dig holes - owners must fill immediately.

• No female dogs in heat (season).

• No glass containers, no food, and no smoking inside the dog park.

• No personal dog toys from home allowed; eliminates possessive problems.

• Nobody allowed in the dog park while mowing the area.

• Professional dog trainers may not use the area to conduct business.

• Puppies must be at least 4 months old.

• Aggressive dog behavior is not allowed (dogs that picks fights, attacks, or bite).

  • If aggressive, leash immediately and give a “time out” in a vehicle or walk leashed dog outside the park.

  • If serious aggressiveness on two or more occasions, stop coming to park until after correcting the behavior with an animal behaviorist or trainer.

  • If you witness aggressive behavior, calmly approach the owner and let them know your concerns.

  • Several aggressive incidents with another dog – the dog should be leashed and taken home for the day.