Dog Parks

Brighton Dog Park

The City of Saskatoon Recreation and Community Development Division has identified a District Park within the Brighton neighbourhood for the development of a new Dog Park. This development will take place as construction allows.

Hyde Dog Park

Phase II developments of Hyde Park include improvements to the drainage of the swale in Hyde Dog Park and are planned for mid to late September, 2019. 

When designing dog parks drainage is considered and efforts are made to limit standing water. Parks such as Hyde Dog Park also take into consideration the naturalization of the park which has an effect on the design as well. 

Local area residents and users of Hyde Park, including the dog park, will have opportunities to learn more about Hyde Dog Park swale improvements and other upgrades at upcoming public engagement events. More detailed information on this project and announcements of engagement opportunities will be posted on saskatoon.ca/engage.

To limit the possibility of issues relating to standing water at Hyde Dog Park, on May 22, 2019, the installation of temporary fencing around the swale inside the dog park was completed. This temporary fencing thus prevents access to the water. The temporary fencing will be left in place until mid to late September when the long term solution of adding rip-rap (small to medium sized rocks) to the swale is in place. 

The long term solution of adding rip-rap to the swale is designed to allow water to flow unimpeded while preventing people and pets from having contact with the wet area.

The timing of the long term solution is partly related to the environmentally sensitive nature of the park and is happening at such a time to limit disturbance of nesting birds. Also, this timing has been planned to prevent damage to existing Hyde Park and surrounding infrastructure while considering our procurement process.

Thank you for your understanding during our time of improvements. 

Chief Whitecap Dog Park

The City of Saskatoon formalized Chief Whitecap Dog Park as a part of The Animal Control Bylaw on May 27, 2019. 

Chief Whitecap Park is located south of Saskatoon at the southern most point of Saskatchewan Crescent, near Riverside Golf Club. The area provides a unique opportunity for visitors to explore three different ecological systems within the same area. At the top of the river valley near the park entrance, the area is comprised primarily of prairie grassland. As you venture into the valley working your way towards the riverbank, you enter a large area comprised of trees, bushes, and shrubs, many native to the area. At the very heart of the valley, visitors can access the South Saskatchewan River where they are greeted by soft sandy beaches and sandbars.  

Chief Whitecap Dog Park is a destination for any dog walker and nature lover.  

Avalon Dog Park Phase Two Expansion Update

Phase 2 of the Avalon Dog Park expansion project was opened to the public on Tuesday, June 18, 2019.

In order for the expansion to open, the project had to first meet City standards for landscape development.  Lack of rainfall impacted the turf establishment and as a result further work was required to complete the turf development prior to opening. With the expansion area now open, users will have access to an additional 2.6 acres of space at Avalon Dog Park. We appreciate the patience you showed throughout this project as crews worked to improve your overall experience at Avalon Dog Park.

Dog Park  Developments

The City recognizes the demand for Dog Park facilities and continues to identify spaces for dog park development.  In addition, the City has developed a Dog Park Application process in which people are able to identify and request a new location for a Dog Park. To request a Dog Park Application, please contact Animal Services at 306-975-8478 or animal.services@saskatoon.ca.