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Best dog parks in Columbus, OH
Columbus, OH stands out as one of the deeper dog park markets in this dataset, with a broad mix of dog parks, off-leash areas, and dog-friendly hangouts for local owners to choose from. This local dog park mix is one of the broader and more varied, with 60 total results, including 21 dedicated dog parks and 2 dog-friendly social venues. Across rated listings, the overall average is about 4.6/5 from roughly 47,135 combined Google reviews, and Bicentennial Park, Highbanks Metro Park, and Goodale Park stand out as some of the most established names for anyone researching top-rated dog parks in Columbus, OH. Looking across the individual park summaries, the best dog parks in Columbus, OH tend to stand out for scenic walking and green space, useful park extras, and water access and park basics, making the area especially appealing for dogs that need room to run, social dogs and owners who enjoy a regular crowd, and owners who want shade, seating, and water access. The main tradeoff for dog owners is that crowd or owner behavior can vary by time of day and a few locations seem quiet or lightly used, so the right fit may depend on whether you want a quiet everyday dog park, a busier off-leash social spot, or a larger park with more room to roam.
Columbus dog park scene
Columbus, OH stands out as one of the deeper dog park markets in this dataset, with a broad mix of dog parks, off-leash areas, and dog-friendly hangouts for local owners to choose from. This local dog park mix is one of the broader and more varied, with 60 total results, including 21 dedicated dog parks and 2 dog-friendly social venues. Across rated listings, the overall average is about 4.6/5 from roughly 47,135 combined Google reviews, and Bicentennial Park, Highbanks Metro Park, and Goodale Park stand out as some of the most established names for anyone researching top-rated dog parks in Columbus, OH. Looking across the individual park summaries, the best dog parks in Columbus, OH tend to stand out for scenic walking and green space, useful park extras, and water access and park basics, making the area especially appealing for dogs that need room to run, social dogs and owners who enjoy a regular crowd, and owners who want shade, seating, and water access. The main tradeoff for dog owners is that crowd or owner behavior can vary by time of day and a few locations seem quiet or lightly used, so the right fit may depend on whether you want a quiet everyday dog park, a busier off-leash social spot, or a larger park with more room to roam.
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A look around Columbus
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Top rated in Columbus
These are the strongest-rated listings for people who want a fast starting shortlist.
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Canini Park
Overview: Canini Park is rated 5.0/5 from 2 Google reviews.
Canini Park, 3490 Bexvie Ave, Columbus, OH 43227, USA
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general off-leash exercise
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Highbanks Metro Park
People say this park offers a variety of trails for hiking, walking, and running, as well as playgrounds, picnic areas, and a nature center. They highlight the beautiful scenery, peaceful atmosphere, and well-maintained facilities, including clean restrooms. They also like the shaded trails, perfect for escaping the sun, and the helpful park rangers.
9466 Columbus Pike, Lewis Center, OH 43035, USA
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Frank Fetch Park
Overview: Frank Fetch Park is rated 4.8/5 from 177 Google reviews. Reviews most often describe it as clean and well kept. Amenities: Reviewers often mention water fountains or bowls and poop bags, seating, and other park extras. Crowd: Reviews describe regular visitors and active use, a sense of community among regular visitors, and steady activity with other dogs to meet.
228 E Beck St, Columbus, OH 43206, USA
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Most reviewed local favorites
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Bicentennial Park
People say this city park offers a beautiful area with fountains, walking paths, and green lawns, perfect for picnics, strolls, and enjoying the views. They highlight the well-organized events, such as the Jazz and Rib Festival, and the fun atmosphere for kids to play in the water features. They also like the clean and well-maintained grounds, and the presence of security for a safe experience.
233 S Civic Center Dr, Columbus, OH 43215, USA
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Highbanks Metro Park
People say this park offers a variety of trails for hiking, walking, and running, as well as playgrounds, picnic areas, and a nature center. They highlight the beautiful scenery, peaceful atmosphere, and well-maintained facilities, including clean restrooms. They also like the shaded trails, perfect for escaping the sun, and the helpful park rangers.
9466 Columbus Pike, Lewis Center, OH 43035, USA
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Goodale Park
Visitors say this city park has a beautiful fountain, paved walking paths, tennis courts, and a pond where you can fish. They also highlight that it's a great place to enjoy the outdoors, with plenty of shade trees and seating areas, and is especially popular during the annual ComFest event.
120 W Goodale St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA
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What dog owners are saying
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Miguel Hernandez5 months ago
09/11/2025 - Drove by this small park on my way to attend to some business matters. Probably one of the smallest parks I have seen in Columbus. There is a small play area for our little one. Pets are welcomed. Parking area is small, tight, and limited (think 3-4 vehicle parking spaces). Enjoy.
Read more about Canini ParkScott Grenerth2 months ago
A fantastic park! Multiple trails slow you to visit natural and historic features. The playground provides another option for kids to play. The nature center has a window on wildlife, an extensive library, and indoor play are, in addition to hosting educational programs. There are designated trails and areas for bringing along your dog. Some of the trails are more flat and very easy, some have steps and go into the ravines.
Read more about Highbanks Metro ParkMonika3 months ago
An absolutely lovely little park nestled in German Village. it is beautifully decorated for the winter holidays and a lovely spot for outdoor events. The park includes benches and tables and the ability to have a fire pit.
Read more about Frank Fetch ParkA LaCount Franka year ago
What an amazing dog park and there are places for humans too! A pavilion, cleanest restrooms not in a business, playgrounds, walking/jogging/biking trails, picnic tables, grill, obstacle course and lots of green for soccer, tag flag football. Whatever.
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Canini Park
Overview: Canini Park is rated 5.0/5 from 2 Google reviews.
Canini Park, 3490 Bexvie Ave, Columbus, OH 43227, USA
Open now
general off-leash exercise
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Highbanks Metro Park
People say this park offers a variety of trails for hiking, walking, and running, as well as playgrounds, picnic areas, and a nature center. They highlight the beautiful scenery, peaceful atmosphere, and well-maintained facilities, including clean restrooms. They also like the shaded trails, perfect for escaping the sun, and the helpful park rangers.
9466 Columbus Pike, Lewis Center, OH 43035, USA
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dogs that need room to runowners who want shade, seating, and water accesslonger visits with useful park amenities
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Frank Fetch Park
Overview: Frank Fetch Park is rated 4.8/5 from 177 Google reviews. Reviews most often describe it as clean and well kept. Amenities: Reviewers often mention water fountains or bowls and poop bags, seating, and other park extras. Crowd: Reviews describe regular visitors and active use, a sense of community among regular visitors, and steady activity with other dogs to meet.
228 E Beck St, Columbus, OH 43206, USA
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social dogs and owners who enjoy a regular crowdowners who want shade, seating, and water accesslonger visits with useful park amenities
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Glacier Ridge Dog Park
Overview: Glacier Ridge Dog Park is rated 4.8/5 from 80 Google reviews. Reviews most often describe it as clean and well kept and spacious with room for dogs to run. Amenities: Reviewers often mention poop bags, seating, and other park extras and water fountains or bowls. Crowd: Reviews describe regular visitors and active use and a sense of community among regular visitors. Downsides: Some reviews mention a smaller layout than some visitors expect.
Unnamed Road, Plain City, OH 43064, USA
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Bicentennial Park
People say this city park offers a beautiful area with fountains, walking paths, and green lawns, perfect for picnics, strolls, and enjoying the views. They highlight the well-organized events, such as the Jazz and Rib Festival, and the fun atmosphere for kids to play in the water features. They also like the clean and well-maintained grounds, and the presence of security for a safe experience.
233 S Civic Center Dr, Columbus, OH 43215, USA
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social dogs and owners who enjoy a regular crowdowners who want shade, seating, and water access
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Schiller Park
People say this park offers a playground, basketball and tennis courts, a pond, and walking paths. They highlight the clean and relaxing atmosphere, and the beautiful sculptures and mature trees. They also like the community events, such as farmers markets and plays.
1069 Jaeger St, Columbus, OH 43206, USA
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Scioto Audubon Metro Park
People say this city park offers a variety of outdoor activities, including a climbing wall, playground, and trails, and has a nature center and educational building. They highlight the park's unique combination of urban and natural elements, with views of the city skyline and opportunities for birdwatching. They also like the clean restrooms and ample parking.
400 W Whittier St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA
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Prairie Oaks Metro Park
Visitors say this metro park offers scenic walking trails around ponds, a dog beach, and opportunities for fishing in the ponds and Big Darby Creek. They also highlight the clean and well-maintained facilities, including restrooms and ample parking.
3225 NE Plain City-Georgesville Rd, West Jefferson, OH 43162, USA
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Scioto Mile Promenade
People say this promenade offers beautiful views of the river and city skyline, and is a great place for a stroll, jog, or bike ride. They highlight the peaceful and relaxing atmosphere, and the well-maintained, clean paths. They also like the unique fountains and swinging benches.
233 S Civic Center Dr, Columbus, OH 43215, USA
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general off-leash exercise
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Battelle Riverfront Park
People say this city park offers well-maintained grounds, beautiful lights, and fun sculptures. They highlight the park is a great place for a run, stroll, or watching fireworks, and is especially gorgeous during spring, summer, and fall. They also like the positive and cheerful vibe.
25 Marconi Blvd, Columbus, OH 43215, USA
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Quarry Trails Millikin Falls Area
Visitors say this city park offers beautiful hiking trails, a stunning waterfall, and peaceful views. They also highlight the well-maintained trails, the abundance of nature, and the opportunity to relax or enjoy activities like kayaking.
2158 Old Dublin Rd, Columbus, OH 43228, USA
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Mudsock Trail
Overview: Mudsock Trail is rated 4.7/5 from 17 Google reviews. Reviews most often describe it as spacious with room for dogs to run. Amenities: Reviewers often mention shade and tree cover. Crowd: Reviews describe a friendly crowd of owners and dogs. Downsides: Some reviews mention inconsistent cleanliness.
Spindler Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026, USA
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Goodale Park
Visitors say this city park has a beautiful fountain, paved walking paths, tennis courts, and a pond where you can fish. They also highlight that it's a great place to enjoy the outdoors, with plenty of shade trees and seating areas, and is especially popular during the annual ComFest event.
120 W Goodale St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA
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owners who want shade, seating, and water accesslonger visits with useful park amenities
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Three Creeks Metro Park
People say this park offers paved trails, bike trails, and off-trail exploration. They highlight the beautiful scenery, the variety of trails, and the peaceful atmosphere. They also like the amenities, such as picnic shelters, playgrounds, and a fishing pond.
3860 Bixby Rd, Groveport, OH 43125, USA
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Glen Echo Park
Visitors say this park features a deep ravine with a winding stream, beautiful autumn colors, and a variety of graffiti art. They also highlight the park's unique juxtaposition of natural beauty and urban elements, creating a hidden gem in the city.
510 Cliffside Dr, Columbus, OH 43202, USA
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Wolfe Park
People say this city park offers a playground, paved walking/biking path, soccer fields, tennis courts, and a party house. They highlight the spacious, shady, and well-maintained grounds, as well as the peaceful and lovely atmosphere. They also like the convenient parking and the opportunity to exercise with dogs on leash.
105 Park Dr, Columbus, OH 43209, USA
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Clinton -Como Park
Overview: Clinton -Como Park is rated 4.6/5 from 394 Google reviews. Reviews most often describe it as spacious with room for dogs to run and clean and well kept. Amenities: Reviewers often mention poop bags, seating, and other park extras. Downsides: Some reviews mention it can feel quiet or lightly used at times.
3299 Riverside Dr, Columbus, OH 43202, USA
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Heritage Trail Park
Overview: Heritage Trail Park is rated 4.6/5 from 391 Google reviews. Reviews most often describe it as clean and well kept and spacious with room for dogs to run. Amenities: Reviewers often mention secure fencing and separate dog areas and poop bags, seating, and other park extras. Downsides: Some reviews mention owner or dog behavior issues and it can feel quiet or lightly used at times.
7262 Hayden Run Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026, USA
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Moeller Park
Overview: Moeller Park is rated 4.5/5 from 27 Google reviews. Reviews most often describe it as clean and well kept. Amenities: Reviewers often mention poop bags, seating, and other park extras. Crowd: Reviews describe a friendly crowd of owners and dogs.
281 Hanford St, Columbus, OH 43206, USA
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Harrison Park
Overview: Harrison Park is rated 4.4/5 from 109 Google reviews. Reviews most often describe it as clean and well kept and spacious with room for dogs to run. Amenities: Reviewers often mention poop bags, seating, and other park extras.
995 Harrison Park Pl, Columbus, OH 43201, USA
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Barnett Park
Overview: Barnett Park is rated 4.4/5 from 86 Google reviews. Amenities: Reviewers often mention poop bags, seating, and other park extras. Downsides: Some reviews mention inconsistent cleanliness.
1184 Barnett Rd, Columbus, OH 43227, USA
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Duranceau Park
Overview: Duranceau Park is rated 4.4/5 from 36 Google reviews. Reviews most often describe it as clean and well kept and spacious with room for dogs to run. Downsides: Some reviews mention inconsistent cleanliness.
Thoburn Rd, Columbus, OH 43221, USA
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Westgate Park
Overview: Westgate Park is rated 4.3/5 from 1982 Google reviews. Reviews most often describe it as spacious with room for dogs to run. Amenities: Reviewers often mention shade and tree cover. Downsides: Some reviews mention inconsistent cleanliness.
455 S Westgate Ave, Columbus, OH 43204, USA
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Big Run Park
Overview: Big Run Park is rated 4.3/5 from 821 Google reviews. Reviews most often describe it as clean and well kept. Downsides: Some reviews mention inconsistent cleanliness.
4201 Clime Rd, Columbus, OH 43228, USA
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quieter off-peak visits
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Fairwood Park
Overview: Fairwood Park is rated 4.3/5 from 278 Google reviews. Reviews most often describe it as clean and well kept and spacious with room for dogs to run. Amenities: Reviewers often mention shade and tree cover. Downsides: Some reviews mention inconsistent cleanliness.
Fairwood Park, 1392 Fairwood Ave, Columbus, OH 43206, USA
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Columbus City Dog Park
Overview: Columbus City Dog Park is rated 4.3/5 from 129 Google reviews. Reviews most often describe it as clean and well kept and spacious with room for dogs to run. Amenities: Reviewers often mention poop bags, seating, and other park extras, water fountains or bowls, and secure fencing and separate dog areas.
3535 S Lumpkin Rd, Columbus, GA 31903, USA
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Hanford Village Park
Overview: Hanford Village Park is rated 4.3/5 from 127 Google reviews. Reviews most often describe it as clean and well kept. Amenities: Reviewers often mention shade and tree cover.
800 Alum Creek Dr, Columbus, OH 43205, USA
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general off-leash exercise
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Kenney Park
Overview: Kenney Park is rated 4.3/5 from 111 Google reviews. Reviews most often describe it as clean and well kept. Amenities: Reviewers often mention shade and tree cover. Downsides: Some reviews mention maintenance issues with benches or other amenities.
5201 Delawanda Ave, Columbus, OH 43214, USA
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Cremeans Park
Overview: Cremeans Park is rated 4.3/5 from 111 Google reviews. Reviews most often describe it as clean and well kept. Amenities: Reviewers often mention shade and tree cover and poop bags, seating, and other park extras. Downsides: Some reviews mention inconsistent cleanliness.
Pontiac Village Park, 945 E N Broadway St, Columbus, OH 43224, USA
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Quarry Trails Dog Park
Overview: Quarry Trails Dog Park is rated 4.3/5 from 45 Google reviews. Reviews most often describe it as spacious with room for dogs to run. Amenities: Reviewers often mention shade and tree cover. Crowd: Reviews describe a friendly crowd of owners and dogs.
2W45+3W, Columbus, OH 43026, USA
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Spindler Sports Complex
Overview: Spindler Sports Complex is rated 4.2/5 from 383 Google reviews. Reviews most often describe it as clean and well kept and spacious with room for dogs to run.
2121 Spindler Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026, USA
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Audubon Park
Overview: Audubon Park is rated 4.2/5 from 336 Google reviews. Reviews most often describe it as clean and well kept and spacious with room for dogs to run. Amenities: Reviewers often mention shade and tree cover and poop bags, seating, and other park extras. Crowd: Reviews describe a sense of community among regular visitors.
2745 Audubon Rd, Columbus, OH 43211, USA
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Weinland Park
Overview: Weinland Park is rated 4.2/5 from 98 Google reviews. Reviews most often describe it as clean and well kept. Amenities: Reviewers often mention poop bags, seating, and other park extras and secure fencing and separate dog areas. Downsides: Some reviews mention inconsistent cleanliness.
1280 Summit St, Columbus, OH 43201, USA
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small dogs or homes with multiple dog sizesowners who want shade, seating, and water accesslonger visits with useful park amenities
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West Case Columbus Public Park
Overview: West Case Columbus Public Park is rated 4.2/5 from 17 Google reviews. Reviews most often describe it as spacious with room for dogs to run. Downsides: Some reviews mention noise from nearby dogs or barking.
2425 W Case Rd, Columbus, OH 43235, USA
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Granville Park
Overview: Granville Park is rated 4.1/5 from 146 Google reviews.
5468 Aqua St, Columbus, OH 43229, USA
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Olentangy Commons Small Dog Park
Overview: Olentangy Commons Small Dog Park is rated 3.7/5 from 21 Google reviews. Reviews most often describe it as clean and well kept and spacious with room for dogs to run. Amenities: Reviewers often mention shade and tree cover, secure fencing and separate dog areas, and poop bags, seating, and other park extras. Crowd: Reviews describe a sense of community among regular visitors.
Olentangy Commons, Columbus, OH 43214, USA
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Olentangy Commons Large Dog Park
Overview: Olentangy Commons Large Dog Park is rated 3.3/5 from 4 Google reviews. Reviews most often describe it as clean and well kept. Amenities: Reviewers often mention shade and tree cover and poop bags, seating, and other park extras. Downsides: Some reviews mention inconsistent cleanliness.
4774 Cressingham Ct, Columbus, OH 43214, USA
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Quick FAQs for Columbus
How many dog parks are listed for Columbus?
60 places are currently mapped for Columbus, including 19 dedicated dog parks in the latest Google export.
What stands out about the Columbus dog park scene?
Columbus, OH stands out as one of the deeper dog park markets in this dataset, with a broad mix of dog parks, off-leash areas, and dog-friendly hangouts for local owners to choose from. This local dog park mix is one of the broader and more varied, with 60 total results, including 21 dedicated dog parks and 2 dog-friendly social venues. Across rated listings, the overall average is about 4.6/5 from roughly 47,135 combined Google reviews, and Bicentennial Park, Highbanks Metro Park, and Goodale Park stand out as some of the most established names for anyone researching top-rated dog parks in Columbus, OH. Looking across the individual park summaries, the best dog parks in Columbus, OH tend to stand out for scenic walking and green space, useful park extras, and water access and park basics, making the area especially appealing for dogs that need room to run, social dogs and owners who enjoy a regular crowd, and owners who want shade, seating, and water access. The main tradeoff for dog owners is that crowd or owner behavior can vary by time of day and a few locations seem quiet or lightly used, so the right fit may depend on whether you want a quiet everyday dog park, a busier off-leash social spot, or a larger park with more room to roam.
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