double-gated entrance system. There are also water fountains for both dogs and
people, and dog waste clean-up stations are available. Donations and volunteerism
are welcome. Visit the website for more information.
Frick Park
Address: 1200 Lancaster Avenue, Squirrel Hill
Contact: pittsburghpa.gov/citiparks/off-leash-
areas, or 412.255.2539
Off-Leash Exercise Areas (OLEAs) are important for
dog socializing and unhindered play. This one-acre area
includes pickup bags, but make sure to bring water to hydrate
your dog and yourself, or check out other parts of Frick Park for
water fountains. Visit the website for more information.
Monroeville Dog Park
Address: Heritage Park, Saunders Station Road, Monroeville
Contact: monroeville.pa.us/parks/dogpark, or 412.856.1006
If you’re looking for a way to exercise and socialize your dog, the Monroeville Dog
Park is the place to be! It is a large, fenced-in area with plenty of trees, a doggie-level
water fountain (along with tall and short human-level water fountains), and plenty
of other dogs to run and play with. There is also a doggie-bag dispenser to make it
easy for the humans to clean up. Donations and volunteerism are welcome. Visit the
website for more information.
Paws on the Run –
Murrysville’s Community Dog Park
Address: Murrysville’s Community Park, intersection of
Wiestertown Road and Farm Road, Murrysville
Contact: murrysvilletrails.org/dog_park, or 724.325.4026
The dog park in Murrysville Community Park was a gift to the community from
the Brooks family. It has been a popular destination since its opening. Amenities that
have been donated to the park include a bench, trees, seasonal wading pools and a
Little Free Library-type take one/leave one book box. Donations and volunteerism are
welcome. Visit the website for more information.
Penn Hills Dog Park
Address: 754 Jefferson Road, Penn Hills
Contact: pennhills.org, or 412.795.3500
Don’t forget to bring water for your furry friend at this fun off-leash dog park.
Fenced in with grassy areas, a bench and shady trees, it’s the perfect spot for exercise.
Donations and volunteerism are welcome. Visit the website for more information.
White Oak Park
Address: 3 Muse Lane, White Oak
Contact: county.allegheny.pa.us, or 412.678.3774
Stunning 810-acre White Oak Park has an off-leash area for your best friend to
enjoy a play date, or some exercise! Benches, disposable bags for clean-up, and a
covered picnic area are available. Visit the website for more details.
WEST
Carnegie Dog Park
Address: 200 Cooks Lane, Carnegie
Contact: carnegieborough.com/parks, or 412.276.1414
Enjoy a grassy, fenced-in, off-leash dog area, small dog area, benches and
seasonal water. Donations and volunteerism are welcome. Visit the website for more
information on all of the amenities and other details.
Donaldson Community Park
Address: 590 Donaldson Road, Oakdale
Contact: north-fayette.com/199/Recreation, or 724.307.3725
There is a large fenced-in area in the b ack of the park for off-leash fun. Also
included: a waste station and a bench. Dogs must be leashed in all other areas.
Donations and volunteerism are welcome. Visit the website for more information.
OFF-LEASH DOG PARKS FOR A
SMALL FEE
The Dog Stop Indoor Park
Address: Locations in the North, South and East Pittsburgh Suburbs
Contact: www.thedogstop.net, or 412.361.0911
Dogs that come for daycare enjoy spacious indoor supervised group play areas
featuring interactive elements such as benches, bridges, balls, chew toys and, of
course, canine companions. Dogs are separated according to size, temperament
and activity level. Once dogs are registered and have met the requirements, they
can participate in daycare any time. There’s no need to make a reservation. Visit the
website for information on rules, regulations and fees.
Lucky Paws Dog Park
Address: 2273 Lovi Road, Freedom
Contact: luckypawsresort.com, or 724.728.1484
This park offers year-round enjoyment for you and your dog in what may be a
safer and healthier environment than public dog parks. There is always an employee
on staff in the lobby and current vaccination records are required at every visit. No
dangerous or aggressive dogs are allowed in the park. Visit the website for information
on rules, regulations and fees.
Misty Pines Dog Park
Address: 2523 Wexford Bayne Road, Sewickley
Contact: mistypinespetcompany.com/dog-park, or 412.364.4122
The park welcomes you and your dog to run and play in the fenced-in playground,
swim in the pond, and hike the wooded trails. Just register at the main office and
pay $7 per dog per visit before entering the dog park grounds. Misty Pines provides
water, but you need to bring your own bowl. Visit the website for information on rules,
regulations and fees.
See Spot Run
Address: 1206 South Main Street, Greensburg
Contact: seespotrundogpark.com, or
724.836.7768
This features more than 5,700 square feet of
indoor and outdoor play area equipped
with K9Grass. Spend the day or just
come to play. Visit the website for
information on rules, regulations
and fees. n
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