Dogs in Parks

Dogs are welcome ON LEASH in Parksville’s parks. We hope you will enjoy our parks and green spaces responsibly. Please be courteous, keep your dog leashed and under control, pick up after them and muzzle if necessary. Annually during Brant geese migratory season in March and April, dogs are not allowed on Parksville or Rathtrevor beaches even when on leash. Brant geese feed and rest at the tideline and are especially vulnerable to disturbance by dogs. Off-leash Park There is an off-leash dog park located on Despard Avenue near Springwood Park, a great spot to let dogs run or play fetch and it's also an excellent spot for socialization... for both dogs and owners! The park offers running water, dispensers containing biodegradable doggie waste bags, trash bins for disposal, and a covered shelter with picnic table. While in the off-leash park, dogs must be off leash for their own safety.

We ask that dog owners follow this standard etiquette for dog off-leash parks:

• Dogs must be properly licensed and vaccinated to use an off-leash area.
• Dogs must be on leash prior to entering and upon leaving off-leash area.
• Owners are required by law to pick up their dog's feces and dispose in designated trash cans in the area.
• Owners must be in attendance with their dog at all times.
• Owners must have a visible leash at all times.
• Pets must be under the control of the owner, and the dog must be in sight of the owner at all times.
• Owners must respect other visitors by keeping their dog from running up to and jumping on people and their dogs.
• Dogs which are deemed dangerous or aggressive must be muzzled at all times and under the close supervision of their owner.
• Owners are personally liable for any damages or injury inflicted by their dog.
• Female dogs in heat are not allowed into the dog off leash area.
• No puppies under four months old are permitted.
• For their safety, it is suggested small children not be brought into the off-leash enclosure where dogs playing may knock them.