Dog Park Policies

Pet owners are subject to the Sarasota County Animal Control Ordinance. Section 10-31 of the City of North Port Code adopts and enforces the Sarasota County Animal Control Ordinance within the City of North Port.
All dogs must be vaccinated and display current tags.
The off-leash dog areas are for dogs and their handlers only. Handlers must be at least 18 years old.
Visitors under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Handlers may not bring more than three (3) dogs at any one time.
Handlers must have one leash in their possession for every dog they bring to the park. Dogs must be on a leash while entering and exiting the park, including the parking lot. No leash lead longer than six (6) feet.
Any dog displaying aggressive behavior toward people or other dogs shall immediately be removed from the park by its handler.
Dogs in heat, pregnant, or lactating are prohibited from the park. Puppies under four (4) months old are not permitted in the park. Handlers must fill any holes dug by their dog(s).
No food allowed for both people and dog(s). glass drink containers are prohibited. Abandonment of dogs is prohibited and punishable by law.
Owners and handlers are legally responsible for their dog(s) and should always keep close contact and within voice command.
Handlers are responsible for removing and disposing of dog waste.
Section 14-18 of the Sarasota County Code requires dog owners to immediately pick up after their pets and dispose of their waste in a lawful manner.
If problems occur with vicious dogs, call Sarasota County Animal services at 941-861-9500.
Handlers shall always be in the park and within view of their dogs(s).
West Villages Improvement District shall not be responsible for any injury or damage caused by any dog in the park.
Owners Are liable for damage or injury inflicted by their dog9s) and are legally and financially responsible for their dog's behavior.
No food, drink, glass containers permitted in the dog park area. No bicycle skateboards or scooters inside the dog park area.

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