"He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog.
You are his life, his love, his leader.
He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart.
You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion."
-- Unknown

HOURS OF OPERATION: DAILY DAWN TO DUSK

PLEASE BE RESPECTFUL AND FOLLOW THESE PARK RULES:

1. There are two dog parks. The one immediately on Fort Street is for small dogs of 20 lbs or less. The larger park, accessible from Van Horn or Fort Street is for larger dogs. Please do not park in the police impound lot!

2. The off-leash dog area is for dogs, their handlers and those accompanying them. No other use is allowed.

3. All dogs must be legally licensed and vaccinated, and shall wear a visible dog license.

4. Dogs under 4 months of age and female dogs in heat are prohibited.

5. Dogs must be on leash when entering and exiting the off-leash dog area.

6. Dogs must be under the control of their handler and in view of their handler at all times.

7. Spiked collars are prohibited.

8. Children 8 years and under are not allowed in the off-leash dog area; children ages 9 - 15 years must be accompanied by an adult 18 years of age or older.

9. Handlers must be 16 years of age or older.

10. Handlers must have possession of the dog leash at all times.

11. Handler is limited to a maximum of two dogs.

12. Handlers must "scoop the poop" and fill any holes dug by dogs under their control.

13. Food and drinks in glass containers are prohibited; training treats are allowed.

14. Dispose of trash and recycling in provided receptacles.

15. Dogs must be removed from the off-leash dog area at the first sign of aggression.

16. No animals other than dogs shall be permitted in the area.

17. Handlers are responsible for any injuries caused by the dog(s) under their control.

18. Users of the facility do so at their own risk. The City of Tybee Island is not liable for any injury or damage caused by any dog.