Fun for Your
Canine Companion
The Elm Street Plaza Dog Park is coming soon, debuting in December with plenty of room for dogs to run, play, and socialize.
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Plaza Features
About
Dog Park
The only one of its kind in the heart of Cincinnati, at nearly 3,000 square feet, the Elm Street Dog Park is a dedicated area where pets can enjoy off-leash play. Requested by many residents during the planning process, the dog park is a much-need amenity in the Central Business District that boasts unique features for both visitors and their pets.
Dog Park features include:
- Agility Weave Poles
- Triple and Single Hoops
- Special synthetic canine turf and pea gravel to maintain cleanliness
- A water fountain with fresh water for pet owners and a spout close to the ground for dogs
- Benches situated throughout the park so owners can read a book, socialize with other patrons or simply relax and enjoy the park.
Dog Park Rules
These rules are in addition to posted park rules.
- A leash is not required in the Dog Park, but dogs must be leashed while entering and exiting Dog Park.
- All off-leash dogs must be under complete control of handler and leash must be in hand at all times. If you cannot control your dog, keep your pet leashed at all times for the safety of others.
- Handlers must be in Dog Park and within view of their dogs.
- Aggressive dogs are not permitted and must be removed at first sign of aggression.
- Handlers must clean up after their dogs and seal waste in a bag before disposing in trash receptacle.
- Children under the age of 13 are not permitted in the Dog Park unless accompanied by an adult.
- Female dogs in heat are prohibited.
- Dog licenses are required per Ohio Revised Code Chapter 955. Dogs must have an owner identification tag or embedded chip at all times.
- Dogs must be current with all shots as recommended by the handler’s veterinarian.
- No smoking or tobacco products permitted.
- Individuals who fail to comply with Dog Park rules may be asked to leave or be ticketed by the police.
