VISITING ON-LEASH DOG TRAIL:
All dogs visiting the Arboretum MUST have a current Dog Added Membership.
Step One - Entering the Arboretum
Upon entering the Arboretum grounds the gatehouse staff will ask to see your dog-added membership identification tag. After inspection is made, you will be directed to the Dog Commons.
Step Two - Entering the Dog Commons On-Leash Area
Before leaving your car, make sure your dog is securely attached to leash.
Step Three – Enjoy the On-Leash Dog Trail!
Step Four - Exiting the Arboretum
Provide your dog water (if thirsty) at the water pump. Be sure to check and make sure your dog is safely in the car before removing the leash.
RULES & REGULATIONS:
To ensure safety and enjoyment for all, on-leash dog trail users must strictly observe the following regulations.
Those found in violation will lose dog trail privileges without refund.
1. On-Leash Dog Area hours: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. or sunset (whichever comes first)
2. Use of the dog trail is at your own risk. Each owner is solely responsible for their and their dog's actions and assumes all liability for damages suffered by any person or dog injured by the member's dog(s) while utilizing the dog trail.
3. No smoking, alcohol, food, or glass containers are permitted on the Dog Commons.
4. Dogs are to remain leashed at all times when entering and exiting the dog trail.
5. Members are required to clean up after their dog(s). All waste must be bagged and disposed of properly in the marked receptacles.
6. Members must accompany and monitor dogs closely. Dogs must be on-leash, in view of and under voice command of their handlers at all times.
7. Members are responsible to ensure their dog(s) do not dig holes or cause damage to trail plants or property.
8. Prong, pinch, choke or spike collars and retractable leashes are not permitted in the on-leash Dog Area. They pose a safety risk to dogs and people.
9. All dogs entering the dog trail must be healthy and must wear a collar displaying their current member tag, rabies tag and dog license if required by your city’s ordinance. Dogs with contagious health conditions are not permitted in the park.
10. There will be regular maintenance of the dog trail and during those times, the trail will be closed; we will try to give advance notice when possible.
11. For all emergencies, call 911. For non-emergencies, during normal business hours, call the Arboretum reception desk at: (952) 443-1400 and state your name, how you can be reached and reason for the call. The receptionist will pass the message on to the most appropriate person. Any serious injury should be reported promptly to the police.
12. All or any rules are subject to change without notice as deemed necessary for the safety and well-being of both humans and dogs.
Failure to comply with the above regulations will result in revocation of your dog-added membership.