dog park
noun
plural dog parks
: a usually enclosed space (such as a fenced outdoor area or an indoor area) designed for people to bring their dogs to play, exercise, and socialize with other dogs
The west third of the dog park has been set aside for smaller dogs, while the rest of the park is reserved for larger dogs. The dog area will have an agility obstacle course, a "rinse and hydration station," shaded areas and a dedicated "pup pavilion."—
Igor Studenkov
Igor Studenkovan indoor dog park
Examples of dog park in a Sentence
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Check out the expansive, grassy dog park, with separate areas for small and large dogs.
—Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2026
Silver Springs seasonal campground in nearby Stow is budget-friendly and includes amenities like hiking trails and a dog park.
—Robert Annis, Midwest Living, 16 May 2026
Add photos of nearby attractions like dining and theaters, the neighborhood dog park, shopping and any other amenities that buyers might find attractive.
—Lew Sichelman, Miami Herald, 14 May 2026
In 2010, a large pit containing 100 more bodies was located at a community dog park across the street.
—ABC News, 14 May 2026
The investigation led authorities to arrest Werstine at a dog park in Panama City on April 29, 2026.
—Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 14 May 2026
Lerner said a splash pad was added along with a dog park, a picnic shelter, a basketball hoop with room for half-court games and a walking path seven-tenths of a mile around — the longest in any of the city’s parks.
—Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
Werstine was then arrested at a local dog park in Panama City on April 29.
—Gabrielle Rockson, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
Werstine was arrested without incident at a Panama City dog park on April 29.
—Joseph Buczek, CBS News, 12 May 2026
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Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2026
Silver Springs seasonal campground in nearby Stow is budget-friendly and includes amenities like hiking trails and a dog park.
—Robert Annis, Midwest Living, 16 May 2026
Add photos of nearby attractions like dining and theaters, the neighborhood dog park, shopping and any other amenities that buyers might find attractive.
—Lew Sichelman, Miami Herald, 14 May 2026
In 2010, a large pit containing 100 more bodies was located at a community dog park across the street.
—ABC News, 14 May 2026
The investigation led authorities to arrest Werstine at a dog park in Panama City on April 29, 2026.
—Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 14 May 2026
Lerner said a splash pad was added along with a dog park, a picnic shelter, a basketball hoop with room for half-court games and a walking path seven-tenths of a mile around — the longest in any of the city’s parks.
—Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
Werstine was then arrested at a local dog park in Panama City on April 29.
—Gabrielle Rockson, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
Werstine was arrested without incident at a Panama City dog park on April 29.
—Joseph Buczek, CBS News, 12 May 2026
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“Dog park.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dog%20park. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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