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Dog Parks

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Chesapeake boasts several dog parks! For dog owners, these parks mean a healthier lifestyle for their furry friends. Such parks provide a place to exercise and socialize, which means happy, well-behaved canines. They also provide pet owners with a place to share information about vets, boarding, training and simply the joys of pet ownership.

Only dog parks are off-leash, fenced-in; contain benches, water fountains for dogs and owners, poop-scoop bags and covered trash cans. The parks are open daily from sunrise—sunset.
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Dog Park Locations

(Water is turned off in the winter)

Chesapeake City Park (1.5 acres)
900 Greenbrier Pkwy

There are separate small dog and large dog areas. Winner of “Best New Facility” in Virginia award, fall 2005. The small dog park is designed for dogs 25-lbs. and under only.

Western Branch Dog Park (.65 acres)
4437 Portsmouth Blvd

Located near Western Branch Community Center; features two covered picnic tables and round benches encircling trees.

Deep Creek Park (1.5 acres)
437 S. George Washington Highway

Deep Creek Park has one large area for all dogs; features doggie drinking fountain (turned off in the winter), mitt mutt dispenser and benches for the owners. Located next to the playground, makes it a great way for the entire family to enjoy the park.