Sanitation is crucial, ideally, all owners should pick up their dog’s waste, it’s important to plan for regular inspection and pick up of inadvertent waste that has been left behind. Use pet friendly cleaners or deodorizers as needed on turf, fencing, etc. Be sure to check labels for toxicity, and look for specific pet-friendly formulations. Resupply dog waste bags. Empty dog waste disposal stations. Encourage local dog clubs or groups to “sponsor” clean up days at the dog park, to help monitor and improve sanitation. Empty trash receptacles.
Ensure that plantings inside the dog park perimeter are non-poisonous to people and pets. Maintain sightlines throughout the dog park by keeping interior plantings trimmed and neat. Inspect plants within the dog park for damage caused by urine and chewing, and consider replacement plants that are not as susceptible. Fill any holes that have been dug. Water grass and feed as necessary. Overseed or replace damaged grass. Mow grass as needed. Replenish decomposed bark or wood chips.
Inspect and test all amenities for damage. Inspect tunnels for debris and remove as needed. Check and tighten all bolts on equipment and seating. Inspect dog waste stations, refilling bags and emptying used waste bags as needed. Empty trash receptacles onsite. Ensure all amenities are free of graffiti.
Inspect fencing perimeter inside and outside the park to ensure escape tunnels have not been dug, and that the fence is secure in all areas. Check that all fence hardware is intact Ensure fencing is properly anchored Check to make sure all bolts and screws are flush with the surface and there are no exposed sharp points Inspect all gates and locking mechanisms to ensure they move and can lock properly.