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Ferndale Dog Park

Ferndale's members-only dog park is located on south Hilton Rd. at University St., and features a number of amenities for four-legged residents and their owners, including safe key-card access, fenced large- and small-dog play areas, sitting areas, and more. The park is available to Ferndale residents for an annual fee.

Amenities

Wilson Dog Park includes a variety of features to be enjoyed by canine residents and their owners, all of which will be maintained regularly by the City of Ferndale Parks and Recreation and Public Works Departments.

Fenced large- and small-dog play areas
Key-card access
Dog water station with built-in cement drinking bowl
Poo pickup stations that include waste bags and receptacles
Dog-themed benches and sitting areas
Concrete and pebble rock areas to reduce muddy conditions
New landscaping, including urine-resistant shrubbery

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Membership

To qualify for membership to the Ferndale Dog Park, residents must:

Complete a one-time dog safety course. The class is designed for owners—do not bring your pets. Due to COVID-19 the class is currently being offered online. Register here.
Fill out a Membership Application.
Show proof of Ferndale Residency.
Present verification that your dog is currently licensed through Oakland County.
Present vaccination records for Rabies, Bordatella, and one of the following: DHPP (Distemper, Parainfluenza, Hepatitis, and Parvovirus), or DHLPP (with Leptospirosis).
Purchase an annual membership for $40 plus $10 key fob.

Purchase your Membership

To purchase your membership, complete the registration form and turn it in to: Ferndale Parks and Recreation Department, Kulick Community Center, 1201 Livernois Ave. Staff will be available on the evenings of our dog safety classes to process your membership upon course completion.

One entry FOB key will be issued to each registered household for up to three dogs. Memberships are non-transferable and non-refundable. Proof of medical records, dog license, and completion of dog behavior class must be on file before membership is issued.

Cost

Annual membership: $40

Initial key fob: $10

Key replacement: $10

What Does the Fee Cover?

Dog parks require a higher degree of maintenance and management than other parks. Your park fee ensures that:

Fence and gate/lock equipment are in good working order
The park is well managed, dog visitors are up to date on necessary vaccinations, and owners have attended the safety class
The grounds are kept free of feces, and waste pickup stations are maintained with fresh bags and regular refuse removal
Grass and landscaping are tended/replaced as needed—considerably more often than regular parks due to the nature of urine and regular play

Rules

To ensure a safe environment for dogs and humans, we ask that all members adhere to
the following rules of use:

Hours of operation are dawn through dusk.
Off-leash dogs must be under voice control and in the owner’s sight.
Maximum number of dogs per adult in the play area is three.
Dogs cannot be left in the run area without supervision.
Dogs must be accompanied by an adult (18 years or older) at all times. Children
ages 5-17 may only visit the dog park with an adult (18 years or older).
Children under 5 years old may not enter the dog park.
Dogs must remain leashed until they are inside the small or large dog run area.
No prong, pinch, choke, or spike collars are allowed.
Dogs in heat are not permitted in the park.
Dogs weighing 20 pounds or less are permitted in the small dog area.
Owners must clean up after their dog. Efforts will be made by the City of
Ferndale to provide bags and waste receptacles, but always be prepared to
address your pet’s waste by having a bag or two with you in the event dispensers
are empty.
No smoking, glass containers, or "people food" are allowed in the park. This is to
ensure the park stays clean and prevents dogs from begging for food or showing
aggressive behavior.
Do not allow anyone without a membership into the park. Encourage visitors to
visit the Kulick Center and register to become a member.

Failure to comply with the above rules may result in revocation of your membership.
Refunds shall not be provided for revoked or suspended privileges.

Notice a problem? Please report it to the Ferndale Parks & Recreation Department at
248-544-6767. If emergency injuries or altercations occur, call 911. If non-emergency
animal-related injuries or altercations occur, call Oakland County Animal Control at 248-
391-4102.

Location

Ferndale Dog Park
Located at Wilson Park
South Hilton Rd. at University St.
Ferndale, Michigan 48220

Additional Resources

Check out out our fun and informational Ferndale Dog Park 101 brochure.

Thank you to Canine to Five of Ferndale for sponsoring and conducting our dog safety
classes, which allows us to offer them free of charge to residents.

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Dog Park Survey

We recently conducted a survey regarding community feedback to the Dog Park. The results can be found here. We are pleased to report a generally positive community response. Our goal of this survey was to gauge the community response toward the dog park, and the feedback will be used to ensure the park is the best it can be for residents and their furry friends.

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