Amenities

FREEDOM BARK PARK RULES AND ETIQUETTE • All dogs must be leashed outside of the fenced areas and walked to and from fenced area.Bark Park pass must be worn by owners and visible while in the fenced area with their dog. • All dogs must be current on: Rabies, Distemper, Parvo and Leptospirosis (DHPPL) vaccines and proof of this must be provided and included as part of the registration process. Bordetella vaccines are highly recommended for the safety of your own dog’s health. • Please clean up after your dog. Waste bag dispensers are located around the park and should be disposed of in the appropriate receptacles. • Only registered dogs and their owners displaying a Freedom Park Dog Park Pass are allowed into the dog park. • Do not leave your dog unattended. Dogs must remain in eyesight of the owner and be under owner’s voice control at all times. If you cannot control your dog, he/she must remain on a leash at all times or removed from the park. • Owner must carry 1 leash in hand per dog. (Maximum 3 dogs per person) • For safety reasons, children 12 and under will not be permitted within the dog park area. 13-17 must have adult present. • No puppies under 4 months old are permitted within the park. • Aggressive dogs, ill dogs, and females in heat: are not permitted in the park. • Food, glass containers, cigarettes and alcohol are not allowed on the park premises. These items can be enticing and very hazardous to pets. Small bite sized training treats are permitted. • Be respectful of other dogs and their owners. Do not allow your dog to be a nuisance to other dogs and their owners. • Animal abuse will not be tolerated and will be reported to authorities. • No prong, choke, or electric training collars are permitted as they can catch on fencing, benches, play equipment or other dogs while playing. • Unfamiliar surroundings may spark unwanted or aggressive behavior. Dogs may feel threatened or become protective or possessive of toys or people. If your pet displays any aggressive behavior immediately leash and remove your dog from the park area. • Water is only available in April-October when the risk of freezing has passed. Please bring your own during these months. Please empty dishes & turn over when you leave. • Owners are legally and financially responsible for their dogs and any injuries or damage caused by their dogs. • Lake County Ordinance # 1244F : Pit Bull and Pit Bull mixes are prohibited from participating in unleashed dog parks. We are required to uphold this ordinance and check vet records for breed at the time of membership. • Freedom Park Bark Park reserves the right to suspend or revoke park privileges to any member who fails to follow park rules and etiquette, or where the Director of Parks and Freedom Park Board has determined a member dog, or dog owner is dangerous to others or is in violation of any applicable animal ordinances or regulations.