Doris Richards would probably be surprised to learn how her concept of the doggie park took off in the United States from its humble roots in Berkeley, California, in 1979.1 According to The Trust for Public Land, there are 841 dog parks across the country.2 Surprisingly, Boise, Idaho leads the pack with 14 sites. However, Minneapolis and the surrounding area have plenty to offer.
Our list includes local favorites. Park rules usually require proof of vaccinations and offer clean-up guidelines. We begin with an unconventional but must-see place to take your canine companion.
Next to National Park Service (NPS) land, which is not off-leash
Located near the water
Conclusion
There’s probably no better way to socialize your pup than bringing it to a dog park. However, it behooves pet owners to avoid taking aggressive canines to these places. That includes people and other dogs. Several of the parks on our list have designated areas.
Since 2009, Chris has written on a variety of topics. Her motto with all of her writing is “science-based writing nurtured by education and critical thinking.” She specializes in scientific topics, with a special love for health and environmental topics, and of course, pets of all shapes and sizes.
Chris lives happily with her husband and three cats in the land of 10,000 lakes, writing, wining, and boating as much as she can. She and her husband, Norm, were awarded the State of Kentucky Colonel Honor for their restoration work at Mammoth Cave National Park.
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The 10 Off-Leash Dog Parks in Minneapolis, MN
