The Doylestown Dog Park is a facility for members, their guests and registered dogs only, requiring a valid key fob to enter. Admitting non-members is strictly prohibited.

INTRODUCTION and DEFINITIONS

These Rules and Regulations have been put in place for the safety of dog park members and their dogs. To ensure safe and enjoyable times for all, members are expected to adhere to all Doylestown Dog Park Rules and Regulations as well as Doylestown Township Park System Rules and Regulations (Chapter 119 Parks and Recreation Areas – Ord. 266) at all times.

The Doylestown Dog Park consists of:

• The on-leash entry Pavilion
• The off-leash Large Dog Area, which must be used (only) by dogs above 30 lbs.
• The off-leash Small Dog Area, which must be used (only) by dogs 30 lbs. or less

Key Fob Entry:

• Member access is by key fob.
• Key fobs are non-transferable and may be used only by members to whom they are issued.
• Providing access to others is prohibited.
• Key fobs remain the property of Doylestown Township Parks and Recreation and may be recalled or deactivated (at any time). (Are these 3 words needed?)
• A key fob lost or not operating properly must be reported to the Doylestown Township office at 425 Wells Road, 215-348-9915 during business hours.

A Dog Park Member in good standing is defined as:

• an adult 18 years or older
• with a Doylestown Dog Park registered dog or dogs
• having attended a Doylestown Dog Park Orientation
• completed and signed Doylestown Dog Park membership forms
• is current with Doylestown Dog Park fees
• in possession of an activated Doylestown Dog Park key fob.

A Registered Dog is defined as:

• 6 months or older
• if male, neutered or if female, not in season
• Doylestown Township Parks and Recreation Department has received
  • verification, in writing, of a current county dog license
  • record of current required vaccinations

A Dog Park Guest is defined as:

• an individual 14 years or older
• accompanied by a member, who accepts full and complete responsibility for the actions of the guest
• No more than 2 guests are permitted per member.
• Guest dogs are not permitted.
• No one under 14 years of age is permitted past the main entry gate.

Dogs must be well behaved at all times. Prohibited dogs include:

• Dogs who have received a Pennsylvania Dog Law citation for aggressive behavior
• Dogs that are overly aggressive/domineering/bullying dogs, overly submissive dogs or non-socialized dogs
• Dogs with a communicable disease are prohibited until cleared by a veterinarian.

The success of the Doylestown Dog Park is due in part to the unique mandatory education session that is required for all park users and submission of dog license, vaccinations and attendance at an educational orientation session. We believe that our requirements result in a better educated participant who understands their responsibility as a dog park user, resulting in a positive experience for all. Register for Orientation [click here]

Dog Park Orientation (attendance required for membership):

• Preregistration is required [click here]
• No walk-In participation is permitted

1st Time Member Registration > Pre-Orientation

• Gather and complete all required membership materials including,
  •  Application
  • Current Dog License (receipt for current year or Lifetime license)
  • Current shot records to include Rabies, DHPP/DHLPP and Bordetella
  • Email “completed documents to mmtrag@doylestownpa.org.
• Following receipt and verification payment will be requested (credit card only).
• Payment will be processed and receipt forwarded via email.
• Key fob will be issued at the conclusion of the scheduled orientation session.
• Access Key Fobs will be activated in the morning on the next business day following orientation.
• Do not bring your dog(s) to orientation

General Information

• minimum registration of six (6) people is required for the session to run
• When registering please note that even though there is no charge, you must check out and complete the payment screen in order to be registered for the orientation session. Choose the “no payment” option to complete your registration.
• Attendance at the full orientation session in order to receive a Certificate of Completion.
• Plan to arrive early as late entry will not be permitted once the session has begun.
• At the end of the session, you will receive an attendance certificate required for registration.

• Log into your household account.
• Click [register], [memberships], [dog park membership]
• Follow any prompts as specified.
• Select the appropriate renewal category.
• Your selection(s) will be placed in the “shopping cart”.
• Check out and complete payment process to complete your registration.

The Dog Park Advisory Board (DPAB) is a group of dog park members, citizens, park and recreation staff and officials that strive to  maintain a model dog park and responsible dog ownership in order to promote mutual respect, safety, and enjoyment for all park users.

The DPAB works diligently to monitor overall dog park operations, oversee orientations, review incidents, encourage responsible dog ownership, plan and implement programs, create new opportunities and offer recommendations to  improve park guidelines to enhance the dog park and  allow all park users to safely enjoy their time at the Dog Park.