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Top 10 Dog Parks in the U.S.

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Top 10 Dog Parks in the U.S.
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Fall is the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors with your pooch. And to help you choose the perfect locale for socializing and play, Petside presents its list of the Top 10 Dog Parks in the U.S.

To determine the ranking Petside looked at the size of the dog park, amenities and activities offered, hours of operation and the cost of entry (if any). The parks must be off-leash to make the cut.

http://www.petside.com/the-sidewalk/top_10_dog_parks_in_the_us.php

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  • Happy Tails Dog Park

    6600 SW 16th St , Fort Lauderdale, FL : (954) 452-2503

    10 - Happy Tails offers five acres for dog play with three separate fenced areas. Poop bags are provided, as well as water access. Benches are supplied for owners to watch the fun. The park is free, but does not have night lighting, so it closes at dusk.

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  • Rocky Top Dog Park

    4106 Route 27 , Princeton, NJ

    9 - The Rocky Top Dog Park sits on just over two acres and has a swimming pond for dogs, a separate small dog area, and evening lighting for those staying late (open until 9 p.m.). The park also hosts events such as puppy play groups and small dog socials. Use is restricted for non-members, and membership fees start at $306 a year, but monthly passes are available for just $25.50.

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  • Ossining Dog Park

    176 N Highland Ave , Ossining, New York :

    8 - This two acre park features separate big and small dog areas, a doggie drinking fountain, poop bag stations and seating areas. With its sloping landscape and a dog "playground" with boulders for climbing, this park is especially good for dog exercise. Free and open 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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  • Tompkins Square Park

    295 E 8th St , New York : (212) 788-7476

    7 - One of the first dog parks opened in New York City, Tompkins Square was renovated last year and now offers small and large dog areas, three pools for dogs to cool off in, free tennis balls, and seating for owners. This free park is open 6 a.m. to midnight.

    For more information: http://www.dogster.org/index.shtml

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  • Bea Arthur Dog Park

    501 Front St , Norfolk, Virginia :

    6 - Though small (1 acre), the Bea Arthur Dog Park boasts 24/7 access! This free park includes water stations, a toy bin, and swimming with ramp access. Owners will enjoy the shaded picnic area and the scenic view.

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  • Shaggy Pines Dog Park

    3895 Cherry Lane Ave SE , Ada, MI : (616) 676-9464

    5 - Shaggy Pines features 20 acres of park with several areas for different sized dogs, as well as amenities for people too. The jogging and hiking trails are lit at night and plowed during the winter, and an overlook deck has seating, music, a coffee bar and lounge. Dogs will enjoy the swimming pond, water stations and washing stations. Extra points awarded for the park's charity and adoption events. However, use is limited for non-members and membership fees start at $256 a year.

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  • Fort Woof Dog Park

    750 N Beach St , Fort Worth, TX : (972) 941-2275

    4 - This five acre park is open late (11:30 p.m.) and is conveniently lighted at night. Fort Woof offers separate areas for big and small dogs, water stations, free poop bags, and faux fire hydrants. Fun events such as Barktoberfest, and Fort Woof after Dark add to the good community spirit of the park. Free admission.

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  • Jackson's Howlabaloo Dog Park

    11290 Lay Rd , Edinboro, Pennsylvania :

    3 - Jackson's Howlabaloo features 58 fenced acres of doggy fun. There are creeks and ponds for swimming in, dog sports areas, hiking trails, paw showers and provided poop bags. Petside also likes the weather shelters and that the park offers an area just for special-needs dogs. There is a membership fee (annual $269.00 + $50 for each additional dog), but monthly and daily passes are also available. Open until 8 p.m. in the summer, closes at 6 p.m. during the winter.

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  • Dog Wood Park of Jacksonville

    7407 Salisbury Rd , Jacksonville, FL : (904) 296-3636

    2 - Dog Wood Dog Park offers 25 acres of fenced play area, swimming, Frisbee fields, a sand pile for digging, agility equipment, and park-provided toys. There are also separate areas for small dogs and a kid-friendly dog spot where children and dogs can play together. There are fees for all of these perks ($289 yearly for one pooch), but for the lucky dogs who get to enjoy Dog Wood, it is sure to be a treat. Daily passes are available.

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  • Point Isabel Dog Park

    2701 Isabel St , Richmond, California :

    1 - Point Isabel offers 23 acres of play space and wonderful amenities including swimming, hiking, provided biodegradable poop mitts, and grooming stations. Owners can also enjoy the amazing views, and activities like biking and bird watching. The park is open until 10 p.m., is free for all dogs and people, and provides free parking.

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