Park hours are from 5:00 a.m. to midnight pursuant to Chapter 12 Article 102 of the City Code.

Dogs must be current on vaccinations, wear a collar with identification and have a current rabies tag.

Dogs must be leashed when entering or leaving the fenced area of the park and the owner must have a leash available at all times while accompanying their dog in the park.

Owners must remain in the dog park with the dog, and must be physically capable of keeping their dog under reasonable control at all times.

No more than three dogs are allowed per visitor.

Dogs that have been deemed dangerous under Chapter 2 Article 3 of the City Code, dogs that show signs of aggressiveness towards people or other animals, or dogs that are ill/have open wounds are prohibited from the dog park.

Dogs must be neutered or spayed. Dogs in estrus (heat) are prohibited.

No spiked or pinch collars are allowed.

Dog parks are only for the use of dogs. No other types of pets are allowed.

No food, rawhide chews, alcoholic beverages, glass containers, littering, skateboards, motorbikes, bicycles, or rollerblades allowed.

No Tobacco use is allowed, including vaping in the dog park. Tobacco use is allowed in the parking lot.

Owners are responsible for their dog’s behavior and must immediately remove any excrement deposited by their dog and fill any holes dug by their dog. To help reduce the potential spread of parasites, owners must pick up and dispose of their dog’s waste in the collection containers provided.

Professional dog trainers may not conduct their business in the dog park.

(a)   Park areas are defined for the use of “small” and “all” dogs. Small dogs are those weighing 45 lbs. or less.

(b)   Owners will not allow large dogs (greater than 45 lbs.) into the small dog area.

Animal bites should be reported to Haysville Police Department by calling 911.

Owners assume all risks, loss or injury for themselves or their dog(s) associated with or resulting from the use of the park.

Owners making use of the dog park shall be responsible for injuries caused by their dogs to other persons and dogs. Persons responsible for any injuries or property damage shall hold the City of Haysville harmless for any such damage.

Owners must immediately restrain their animal and/or leave the park when instructed to do so by any law enforcement officer or City employee.

(a)   Violations or disregard of this article can result in removal from the park, suspension of use privileges, and citations/fines established in Chapter 17, Section 320 of the City Code.

(b)   Enforcement of the above rules and regulations is under the immediate supervision of the Chief of Police. Violators of dog park rules and regulations may be subject to one or more of the following:

(1)   Removal from the park;

(2)   Suspension of park privileges; and

(3)   Issuance of a Uniform Criminal Complaint or Notice to Appear.

(c)   If an owner or individual is found guilty of violating the rules and regulations of a city-owned Dog Park of any other provisions of this section, such owner or individual shall be guilty of a misdemeanor. The Director of Public Works, Recreation and the Chief of Police or designee shall promulgate additional regulations as are necessary to address health and safety concerns related to the operation of such parks.

(Ord. 1062; Code 2022)