Southwest City Dog Park

southwest city dog park (swcdp) opened it’s gates on sept. 23, 2006. this was made possible by the tireless efforts of the orginal swcdp board and the early sponsorship by the southampton neighborhood association. we usually have 400-450 household memberships, 600-650 dogs. the dog park is about 1.1 acres and offers two play areas. main is a large play area with plenty of open space for playing ball, frisbee or romping with other 4-leggeds. there is a small agility course (separately fenced), two water bowl areas, and between june and october, doggie pools. benches and tables, too. alternate is a smaller play area with it’s own entrance gate. this space is used for special needs such as: older, low energy, shy, recovering dogs who may not be happy with the high energy on the main play ground. finally, if the space is not in use by previously mentioned dogs, it may be used for dogs that need a "time out" or who need to learn socialization skills in a more contained and controlled area.