Amanda

Member since January 2022

Reviews (2)

Not the same

I’ve been coming to barkham my entire life but within the past couple years things have changed. More fights have been happening, the people are pushy and rude, they discriminate against dog breeds, and they charge a lot. Not only do you have to pay to enter Markham park itself (per person and per dog) but you have to pay to enter the dog park. In order to get into the dog park you need a pass which you must buy from the office.. the dogs are not allowed in the office however. Just outside the dog park gate there is a large sign posted discriminating against a list of “aggressive” dog breeds and mixes. It states that they must be kept muzzled and on leash… AT AN OFFLEASH DOG PARK!! On top of that, the dog park goers are unbearable, constantly pushing their fad dog diets and politics on you. They don’t pick up after their dogs or even watch them really because the dogs get into fights and no owners come rushing to break it up. My dog got attacked by a couple dogs and the owner of the other dogs just stood there smiling. If you are a looking for a good, free dog park nearby I would suggest Steven L. Josias

Jan. 04, 2022

Best dog park in the area!

Steven L. Josias Dog & Equestrian Park

I’ve been taking my pups here for the past 3 years! It is the best dog park I’ve been to near home. The people are friendly and don’t try to push politics or fad dog diets on you, the dogs all get along great, and not to mention it’s FREE. It does get quite muddy if it has rained recently but other than that it’s great. Most people come after 5:30pm and stay till after dark.. a lot of the dogs that come regularly have light up LED collars so they can play even after the sun sets. The park is split up into two sections for big and small dogs but most dogs come to the big side regardless of size. There are benches and a gazebo on both sides as well as two doggy water fountains. no water fountains for people though so plan on bringing a bottle for yourself. No one discriminates on dog breeds and most dogs here are mutts anyways. As long as you’re conscientious about basic dog park etiquette (i.e not bringing a dog in heat, not bringing an aggressive dog, not bringing items that may cause a fight like bones or treats) this park will continue to be the best!

Jan. 03, 2022