People, Pets & Parks
The City of Prince George People Pets and Parks Program recognizes pets as legitimate park users and continues to develop strategies that accommodate the need off all park users while providing pets and their owners the chance to exercise and socialize in an outdoor environment. In order to meet the needs of all parks and open space users, pets are permitted under the following conditions:
- Pet owners must clean up after their pet and dispose of waste in provided waste receptacles.
- Pet owners must adhere to posted signs indicating pet restrictions.
Pet Waste Stations
Pet waste stations have been installed in popular pet areas. The stations include a bag dispenser and waste receptacles for your pet waste. Do your part and others will follow your lead. Pet waste stations are located in the following locations:
- Cottonwood Island Nature park
- Heritage River Trail System
- Hudson Bay Slough
- Rainbow Park
- Forests for the World
- Off Leash Areas
Parks Pet Etiquette
A few simple rules will make your experience in city parks enjoyable for everyone.
- Stoop and Scoop
- Share the Park
- License Your Pet
- Leash Your Pet
- Keep Your Pet Under Control
Off Leash/Under Control Area
Includes designated parks for your pet to run and play under your control. In 2002 two pilot off leash areas were introduced and an additional area in 2003.
Off Leash/Under Control Areas Include:
- Moore's Meadow Nature Park
- Massey Drive
- Domano Boulevard
- Click here to see a map of these areas
- Moore's Meadow Nature Park
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The park is located off Foothills Blvd between 1st Ave and Otway Road. The trails in the park are “Leash” and the open meadow is “Off Leash”. Watch for posted signs.
- Massey Drive
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The “Off Leash” area is located at the west end of Massey Drive, just off Ospika Blvd.
- Domano Boulevard
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Domano Blvd is located just off of Hwy 16 West. The “Off Leash” area has been designated at the south end of Domano Blvd.
The feedback to date for these areas has been positive and the City of Prince George is considering future off leash areas.
Leash Area
Includes most trails such as:
No Pet Area
Includes:
- Playgrounds
- Sport Fields
- Fort George Park (except along the Heritage River Trail)
- Rainbow Park
Off Leash Implementation Strategy
Residents and visitors to Prince George have long since enjoyed exercising their dogs within the various open space areas that the community offers. The implementation of a few pilot project Off Leash Areas has assisted with these needs however a formalized Off Leash Program is required to provide quality park use. In December 2009, council adopted the Off Leash Implementation Strategy to effectively accommodate this user group while alleviating the issues associated with illegitimate off leash use at various parks and schools. The Strategy will include the establishment of an Off leash Advisory Committee and the formalization of existing pilot off leash areas in 2010, followed by off leash area expansion in 2011.
If you would like to get involved and provide your input, check back to this webpage thought the 2010 year to view public notices or meeting events. Your participation will ensure that the Off Leash Program meets your needs as both a pet owner and a park user.
Links
Get involved and support Civic Pride by keeping all of our parks and open spaces beautiful for everyone to enjoy.
For more information please contact:
City of Prince George
1100 Patricia Boulevard, Prince George, BC V2L 3V9
Phone: (250) 561-7600
Fax: (250) 561-7718
Email: ls_admin@city.pg.bc.ca