Pup-Up Events

Let those dogs out for a tail-waggin' good time at our next Pup-Up. The pop-up event features music, concessions, giveaways, and the Parks & Rec mascot, Barks, and his buddy, Rex. Follow us on Facebook to know when & where they're happening! Follow us on Facebook to know when & where they're happening!

Locations

Bayville Farms Park

4132 First Court Road
3 separate fenced areas for small and large dogs.

Marshview Park

120 Marshview Drive
4 separate fenced areas that include trees for cover.

Red Wing Park

1398 General Booth Blvd
1 acre with two separate fenced-in areas.

Salem Woods Park

1525 Salem Road
1.72-acre dog park that includes trees for cover divided into two sections to accommodate both small and large dogs on both sides to play together.

Woodstock Park

5709 Providence Road
1 acre with two separate fenced-in areas.

Using the Parks

When dog owners follow the guidelines, everyone’s enjoyment of the dog parks is enhanced. Let's work together to preserve space for both our dogs and our citizens.

Doggie Do's

Scoop the poop and keep the area clean.
License and immunize your dogs. A collar with proper identification should be worn by your dogs at all times.
Keep an eye on your dog(s).
Avoid dog fights. If a fight breaks out, pull the dogs apart from the back.
Remove barking or uncontrollable dogs .
Remove your dogs immediately at the first sign of aggressive behavior toward people or other dogs.
Do put a leash on your dog if outside the park.
Do report all dog bites to Police Animal Control at (757) 385-5000.

Doggie Don'ts

Don't bring puppies under four months into the park.
Don't bring dogs that are sick or female dogs in heat into the park.
Don't let your dogs dig holes in the park. If your dog does dig, fill the holes immediately.
Don't leave your dogs unattended in the park.
Don't bring children under 8 years old into the park.
Don't feed your dogs in the park.
Don't bring any food into the dog park.
Don't remove the leash until you have entered the dog park.

City Ordinances

The dog parks operate under the following ordinances:

City of Virginia Beach Ordinance Section 5-534. Allowing dogs to urinate or defecate on public or private property.
City of Virginia Beach Ordinance Section 5-300. Dog or cat license required.
City of Virginia Beach Ordinance Section 5-200. Vaccination or inoculation of dogs or cats.
City of Virginia Beach Ordinance Section 5-531. Keeping dogs under restraint; leash law (upon entering and leaving dog park)
Virginia State Code Recreational Use Immunity State Code 15.2-1809. Liability of localities in the operation of parks, recreational facilities, and playgrounds.

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