Dog Park

• Location: 1082 Almshouse Rd, Warrington, PA 18976
• Hours: 6:30 am – 5:15 pm (sunrise to dusk)

New Dog Park Membership Process Coming January 1, 2027

Our last in-person orientation was held on November 7. Beginning January 1, 2027, new members will complete orientation online with a short video and quiz, from home, on your own schedule!

• Thinking about joining? Create your MyRec household account and gather your documents now, so you’re ready to go on January 1.
• Current members: nothing changes for you. You can keep renewing online as usual.

Questions? Call 215-348-9915 or email dogpark@doylestownpa.org.

On this page: About • Who May Visit • Become a Member • Fees • Renewing • Park Rules • Closures • Incident Reports • Refunds

About the Dog Park

The Doylestown Dog Park is a 3-acre fenced area at Turk Park, divided into three sections: a one-acre large dog area, a one-acre small dog area for dogs 29 lbs and under, and a rotation area that closes on a rotating basis for rest and maintenance.

The park is open to registered members only: responsible dog lovers and their well-behaved dogs who uphold the park rules. The success of the Doylestown Dog Park is due in part to our mandatory education requirement for all park users. We believe it leads to better-educated members and a positive experience for all.

Amenities

• Small dog area, large dog area, and rotation area
• Key fob access for members’ safety and security
• Double-gated entry areas
• Shelter for shade and inclement weather
• Water fountains for dogs and people
• Benches and doggie bags
• Easy access, nearby parking, and on-leash walking paths nearby

Who May Visit

Who MAY go to the Dog Park:

• Household members 18 and older who are listed on the membership and have completed the orientation video and quiz
• Registered dogs with a current license and vaccinations
• Guests ages 14 and older, accompanied by a member (no more than 2 guests per member)

Who may NOT go to the Dog Park:

• Anyone 18 or older who has not completed the orientation video and quiz
• Guests under 14, or guests not accompanied by a member
• Guest dogs or unregistered dogs

Guests and children ages 14–17 must be accompanied and supervised by an adult member.

Steps to Become a Member (starting January 1, 2027)

Your fob will be ready once we have all three: your documents, our passing quiz, your payment

1. Create your household account on MyRec. Already have one? Just log in. Add each dog as a household member, and opt in to email notifications for Dog Park updates and closures.
   What happens next: You’ll use this account to upload documents, pay, and renew each year.
   
   
2. Submit your required documents: your Membership Application (completed, initialed, and signed), PA dog license, and vaccination records (Rabies, DHPP/DHLPP, and Bordetella). Upload them to your MyRec household, email them to dogpark@doylestownpa.org, fax them to 215-348-8729, or drop them off at 425 Wells Road.
   What happens next: We’ll review your documents and contact you if anything is missing or expired.
   
   
3. Watch the Orientation Video and pass the quiz at shr.pn/DPQuiz. Every adult in your household who uses the park must watch and pass individually, and you can retake the quiz as many times as you need. We also highly recommend Dog Behavior & Dog Park Best Practices.
   What happens next: When you pass, we’ll see your results. There’s no need to send us your score.
   
   
4. Pay your membership fee online through MyRec, by phone (215-348-9915), on your application, in person at the Community Recreation Center, or by mail (check payable to Doylestown Township). Please don’t email credit card information.
   
   
5. Pick up your key fob. Once we have your documents, passing quiz, and payment, we’ll call or email you when your fob is ready for pickup, usually within two business days. Pick it up at the Community Recreation Center, 425 Wells Road, during open hours:
   Mon 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM • Tue–Thu 9:00 AM – 9:30 PM • Fri 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM • Sat 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM
   What happens next: Your fob is activated and ready to use when you pick it up.
6. Enjoy the park!

Questions about where you are in the process? Call 215-348-9915 or email dogpark@doylestownpa.org.

Membership Fees

Annual membership is valid for one year from the date of issue. Memberships are priced at a reduced 10-month rate to account for closures for repairs and weather.

Residents (Doylestown Township/Borough), up to 2 dogs:

• Membership: $55
• Senior (65+): $50
• Each additional dog: $15

Non-residents, up to 2 dogs:

• Membership: $65
• Senior (65+): $60
• Each additional dog: $20

Key fobs: Additional fob (1 per household): $20 • Replacement of a lost fob: $25

Renewing Your Membership

Each member is responsible for tracking their own expiration date. To find yours, log into your MyRec account and go to Household > Registrations > Memberships.

Renew online:

1. Log into your household account.
2. Click Register, then Memberships, then Dog Park Membership.
3. Follow the prompts and select the appropriate renewal category.
4. Check out and complete payment.

Reactivate your key fob: After renewing, email dogpark@doylestownpa.org or call 215-348-9915 to request that your fob be reactivated. We’ll call or email you once it’s ready, usually within two business days.

No documents are needed at renewal. All dogs must still have current vaccinations and a current county dog license. You may be asked to provide proof at random. If asked, you’ll have 24 hours to submit it, or your membership will be suspended and your key fob deactivated.

Adding a new dog? Any new dog added to your account requires proof of current vaccinations and a county dog license.

Key Park Rules

Here are the most important rules. For the full rules, see the Dog Park Manual.

• Registered dogs only. Key fobs are non-transferable and may only be used by the household members listed on your application.
• Guests: Up to 2 guests ages 14+ per member, accompanied by the member at all times. Guest dogs are not permitted.
• Leash up when entering and exiting the Dog Park, and anywhere outside the fenced area.
• Use your dog’s area: dogs 29 lbs and under use the small dog area, and dogs 30 lbs and over use the large dog area, even if the other area is empty.
• Watch your dog at all times. Dogs must be in view of and under voice command of their owners.
• Healthy, vaccinated dogs only, wearing a collar with their current rabies tag and dog license. Puppies must be at least 6 months old.
• No unneutered males or females in heat.
• Remove any dog showing aggression or fear toward people or other dogs immediately.
• No more than two dogs per member at one time.
• Clean up after your dog, and fill in any holes your dog digs.
• Not permitted: prong, pinch, choke, spike, or electric collars; food, treats, or special dog toys; smoking, alcohol, or glass containers.
• Leave nothing behind. Please take bowls, toys, and all personal items home with you.
• Close the gates securely behind you. Gates left open, tied back, or unlatched will result in suspension (1st offense) or revocation (2nd offense) of membership, without refund.
• Parking: Park in the Turk Park lot off Almshouse Road, not at Warrington Township’s King Park next door. The service road is for accessible parking only (vehicles with a state-issued disability placard or license plate).

Closures

After snow, ice, or flooding, please be patient: Township staff clear main roads first, then the Bike & Hike paths, and lastly the park system, which includes the Dog Park. Other closures may be needed from time to time, so stay opted in to email notifications in your MyRec account to get closure notices before you make the trip.

Incident Reports

If a person or dog is bitten, call the police first: 911 for emergencies, or 215-348-4201 for non-emergencies. Bites are handled by the police, not the Township.

Then notify the Township by completing the Dog Park Incident Report Form, so we can take action regarding the biting dog’s membership. You can also use the form to report aggressive behavior, rule violations, or ongoing concerns. Email it to dogpark@doylestownpa.org or drop it off at 425 Wells Road.

Under our Zero Tolerance Policy for Dog Bites, the biting dog owner’s key fob will be deactivated immediately pending review, and the membership may be suspended or revoked.

Refunds

Dog Park membership is valid for one year. No refunds are issued for Dog Park memberships, regardless of circumstances.

Questions? Contact us at 215-348-9915 or dogpark@doylestownpa.org.