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
an indoor dog park

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McCabe said the revenue allows for programs such as free access to dog parks, no parking fees and free programs like archery and mountain biking and fishing. Anya Armentrout, Twin Cities, 19 June 2026 In keeping with more modern designs for public housing, the city plans new roads and parking as well as community gardens, a central green, a playground and dog park. Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 26 June 2026 Elsewhere in Southampton … • Plans for a new sewage facility that will require the dog park to move has sent the Nextdoor crowd into a tizzy. Stephanie Krikorian, Curbed, 22 June 2026 Today’s great photo is from Times photographer Jason Armond at the Silver Lake dog park. Los Angeles Times, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for dog park

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First Known Use

1949, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of dog park was in 1949

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“Dog park.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dog%20park. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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