Dog Parks

In addition to knowing when and where dogs are allowed off leash, there are some simple rules for dog owners to follow:

• You are responsible for the actions of your dog.
• Ensure you have control of your dog at all times, whether on or off the leash.
• Stay with your dog at all times.
• Owners should carry a leash at all times.
• You may have a maximum of three dogs off the leash at one time.
• No aggressive dogs are allowed.
• Pick up and dispose of your dog's waste.
• Make sure your dog is wearing a current licence tag on its collar and has current vaccinations.

Pit bulls must be muzzled and leashed at all times (Dog Owners Liability Act R.S.O 1990 C.D.16 Ontario Regulation 157/05).

Animal Control bylaw enforcement takes place at all parks. Dog owners who do not have proper control of their pet or who do not follow the off-leash rules can face fines.Failure to clean up after your dog may result in a $100 Provincial Offences ticket, or upon summary conviction, a possible fine of up to $5,000 (exclusive of costs).

There is one Town park where dogs can run leash-free:

Cobourg Dog Park
770 Ontario Street
Cobourg, ON
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• Water station at entrance
• Assorted picnic tables and benches
• Shed for shade
• Poop collection bags
• Waste containers are emptied promptly

• By-law 026-2015, Regulate the Use of Off-Leash Dog Park

The Cobourg and District Dog Owners Group (CADDOG) was established in 2014 to work with the Town of Cobourg to develop and regulate an official, off-leash dog park in Cobourg. The group serves as an advocacy group on behalf of the collective needs of CADDOG members and the needs of their beloved pets. CADDOG is not a registered charity.

Visit the CADDOG website for more information.