Park Etiquette

We ask that you be considerate of other dogs and dog handlers by adhering to the rules in order to make your visit a pleasant experience for you and your pet.

All activity inside the park is “at your own risk”.

* Limit 3 dogs per handler * Accompany your dog(s) at all times * Do NOT keep your dog leashed while inside the park * Clean up after your dog and use the receptacles provided * No puppies younger than 4 months * Children under 8 years are NOT allowed in the park * Food, human and dog, is strictly prohibited in the park. * Dogs in heat are NOT allowed in the park with other dogs * Sick dogs (diagnosed) are forbidden to enter the park * Aggressive dogs must be leashed and removed immediately * All dogs must be legally licensed and vaccinated to enter the park * Park hours are dawn to dusk * Police your park and report problems to the SaddleBrooke Dog Park Association Board * Concerns about a repeatedly aggressive dog, notify Pinal County Sheriff’s Dept. * The park is restricted to SDPA members and their guests only * Rules apply to guests * Excessive barking must be dealt with immediately by the handler or the dog must be removed from the park

clip_image001 An Expert Point of View

Cesar Millan, National Geographic Channel’s “Dog Whisperer” and author of “Cesar’s Way: The Natural, Everyday Guide to Understanding and Correcting Common Dog Problems,” offers his top five tips for success at the Dog Park:

  • Make sure your dog is spayed or neutered, has all her shots, and is in good health. Under no circumstances should you bring a sick dog to a dog park!
  • Do not use the dog park as a substitute for the walk! If you drive to the park, leave your car a block away and take your dog on a vigorous walk of at least thirty-five minutes to drain some of her energy. Never take an over-excited dog to the park.
  • While at the park, don’t stop using your calm-assertive leadership techniques. Be aware of your dog at all times, and take responsibility for her behavior.
  • A calm-submissive dog will not attract another dog’s aggression, but an excited dog, a weak, timid dog, or an aggressive dog can become a fight-magnet.
  • Know your dog! If your dog has poor social skills, is overly fearful or aggressive, or if you have not yet established a calm-assertive leadership stance with your dog, find a more controlled way to introduce her to the company of other dogs such as “play dates” with one or two other dog owners.

clip_image001 If your dog becomes aggressive…

  • Leash your dog immediately. A “time out” in your vehicle or a few leashed laps around the park should redirect their energy.
  • If your dog causes several aggressive incidents with more than one dog, they should be leashed and taken home for the day.
  • If your dog causes serious aggressive incidents on three or more separate visits to the park, please stop coming to the park until you have consulted an animal behaviorist or trainer and have corrected the behavior.
  • If you witness behavior that concerns you, calmly approach the owner and respectfully share your concerns