All dogs must get along well with humans and dogs of all sizes.

Users of the Dog Park do so at their own risk. Dog owners are responsible for any injury or damage caused by their dog (ORC 1533.18 and ORC 1533.181).
 
Dogs must be current with vaccinations. Each dog must display current license and rabies tags (ORC 955.10 and ORC 955.39). No puppies under 4 months old allowed because they will not have had all of their vaccinations.

Dogs in heat are not allowed (ORC 955.22B).

All Alum Creek State Park Rules apply and must be observed.

Parents/legal guardians assume all risk for their children. It is recommended that children under 12 stay outside of the fenced areas for their own protection. Children are not allowed to play within the fenced area of the Dog Park. No running, screaming, jumping, or chasing the dogs. All children must be closely supervised.

Dogs must be closely supervised and within sight and voice control of their handler at all times. Dogs may not be left unattended (any unattended dogs will be removed by the Dog Warden). All dog handlers must be at least 18 years old, or supervised by an adult. No more than 2 dogs per handler.

Any dog displaying signs of aggression must be removed from the Dog Park immediately. To discourage aggressive behavior we recommend that dog owners only bring animals that have been spayed or neutered. Spaying and neutering your pets is the best way to control pet overpopulation and is healthier for your pets.
 
Dog waste must be picked up immediately by the handler and placed in the trashcans. This is very important to the success of the Dog Park!
 
All dogs must be leashed when entering and leaving the Dog Park. Unleash dogs in the double-gated area. Handlers must carry a leash at all times while in the Dog Park.

Keep all gates closed except when entering or leaving the Dog Park.

Digging is not permitted. Handlers are required to fill any holes created by their dogs.

For safety reasons, the following are NOT ALLOWED within the fenced areas:
1. Animals other than dogs.
2. Food of any kind, including dog treats – food and treats can trigger fights between dogs.
3. Retractable leashes – these can get wrapped around dogs or people & cause serious injury
4. Smoking
5. Glass Containers
6. Bicycles, strollers, or children’s toys – a friendly dog may knock a child down to get at a toy
7. Prong, pinch, spiked or choke collars –Other dogs can get their teeth caught in a choke collar when playing and cause injury to themselves and the dog wearing the collar. A prong or pinch collar may get caught up on a fence and will be painful if pushed into the dog's neck during play.
8. Fishing in the dog swimming area
9. Humans swimming in the dog swimming area

Please comply with all the guidelines. The privilege of keeping the Dog Park open depends on responsible behavior by all users.