The City of Pickering has a designated leash free area where dogs will still comply with the Responsible Pet Ownership By-law while being off leash. The City and the Leash Free Working Group worked together for several years to find a suitable site.  The  park officially opened in the spring of 2010. The designated area is in Grand Valley Park, located on the Third Concession, west of Valley Farm Road.  The designated leash free areas are signed and dog park rules are posted. A dog waste diversion station has also been provided adjacent to the parking area.

The location of the main leash free area is located within the park. As some users may have difficulty accessing this main area, and to ensure that all users can enjoy the benefits of a leash free park, a smaller section will also be opened and located adjacent to the parking lot.

Media Release, Photos

For further information on this park please contact the leash free working group at pickeringdogpark@hotmail.com  or call our Customer Care Centre at 905.683.7575

The following photographs show the progress of the construction of the park:
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