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Off-leash Area Laws & Rules


Responsible dog owners scoop!

 

Great exercise for you and your dog

 

Dogs enjoy being social

DOGS MUST:

• Always be on a leash outside the designated off-leash boundaries.

• When off-leash, stay within the designated off-leash boundaries.

• Display tags showing proof of current license and rabies vaccination.

• Demonstrate appropriate social interaction; dogs displaying aggressive behavior toward people or other dogs must be leashed and removed from the area immediately.

 

OWNERS MUST:

• Pick up and dispose of your dog's waste in the appropriate receptacle.

• Carry a leash for each dog in your care.

• Closely supervise young children.

• Accept responsibility for any damage or injury caused by your dog.

• Remain in the off-leash area to supervise your dog, keeping him within view and under verbal control at all times.

• Bring no more than three dogs to the off-leash area at any time.

• To prevent injury, remove pinch or choke collars when playing off-leash.

• For health and safety reasons, do not bring a dog in heat to a Portland park.

• For health and safety reasons, do not bring a puppy without a complete cycle of vaccinations to a Portland park.

• Comply with all other park rules.

Please be considerate of park neighbors. Play quietly with your dog in the early morning and evening hours. Be respectful of other park visitors and protect park wildlife.

 

Multnomah County Animal Control Services have the authority to enforce leash and scoop laws. Violators are subject to a $150 fine or park exclusion.