Public Municipality Dog Parks

Overseen by a parks and recreation director, varying degrees of educational background. Park management based on public safety, national standards and best operation standards.

Funding and budget provided by city and county revenue. Some supported by membership management programs. 

Number of public dog parks - a Google search found the highest number to be 3000

Off Lease Public Parks PDF - Click Here

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​Private Dog Parks

Overseen by the property owner or leased tenant, owners have a varied educational background, Park management based on individual decisions, park management platform or outside information. Hobby parks to multimillion dollar foundations.

Funding and budget provided by individuals, and/or earned income from the park

Number of private dog parks - GeekWire article April 2023, 20,000 Sniffspot hosts

Private Dog Park statistics - by Sniffspot - Click Here

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​Hybrid Dog Parks

Overseen by a park board of directors and backed by city personal.

Funding and budget provided by fundraisers, grants and/or earned income from the park.

Number of hybird dog parks - 

Hybird Dog Park example - Mount Joy Dog Park - Click Here​​​​​

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