dog park

noun

plural dog parks

: a usually enclosed space (such as a fenced outdoor area or an indoor area) designed for people to bring their dogs to play, exercise, and socialize with other dogs

The west third of the dog park has been set aside for smaller dogs, while the rest of the park is reserved for larger dogs. The dog area will have an agility obstacle course, a "rinse and hydration station," shaded areas and a dedicated "pup pavilion."

—Igor Studenkov

an indoor dog park

Examples of dog park in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

While some cities have endless dog parks, boutique pet boarding, pet-friendly restaurants and bars and plenty of veterinary clinics, others aren't quite as pet-friendly. — Irene Wright, USA Today, 3 Aug. 2026

Planners prioritize areas that don’t have equitable park access to ensure everybody can get to a dog park, splash pad or even just green space, Walker said. — Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2026

Also, immerse yourself in daily Detroit life at Grand Circus Park just across the street, where fountains, gardens, and a dog park in the shadow of the Tigers’ stadium draw locals. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 July 2026

An element of the proposal that led many to advocate for City Council approval was a 17-acre community park featuring a playground, indoor gym, lighted sports fields, pickleball courts and a dog park. — Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 30 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1949, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for dog park

• ballpark
• benchmark
• birthmark
• daymark
• earmark
• embark
• hallmark
• landmark
• monarch
• postmark
• remark
• skylark