Outdoors NearbyPuptown Dog Park
Puptown Dog Park is a dog park in Margate Park in Chicago, IL. The park also has a playground, a soccer field and a baseball or softball field. For a longer visit there is a drinking fountain, a picnic table and grills.
| Location | Margate Park 4900 North Marine Drive Chicago, IL Directions |
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| Amenities | Drinking fountains (2), Picnic table, Grill |
| Also in the park | Playground, Soccer field, Ball field |
| Run by | Chicago Park District |
| Website | chicagoparkdistrict.com |
Details from OpenStreetMap. The city sets the rules, and the sign at the gate has the current ones. If you spot a mistake, use the suggestion form.
Dog park rules in Chicago
| License or permit | Dog Friendly Area permit and collar tag from a participating vet, $10 per dog per calendar year; carry the permit |
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| Vaccinations | Current rabies plus distemper, hepatitis, parainfluenza, parvo, bordetella, lepto; negative fecal parasite test |
| Limits | Max 3 dogs per person; no puppies under 4 months; no females in heat; kids under 12 need an adult |
Source: chicagoparkdistrict.com, the official site for Chicago. Dates and rules can change mid-season, so look at the signs on site.
Dog park gear
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Puptown Dog Park?
Inside Margate Park, 4900 North Marine Drive, Chicago, IL. For the way there, use the Directions link above.
Is Puptown Dog Park fenced?
The map data for Puptown Dog Park has no fence. Check before you let your dog off leash.
Is there drinking water at Puptown Dog Park?
Yes, 2 drinking fountains are mapped in Margate Park. In winter the water at Puptown Dog Park may be turned off.
What other dog parks are near Puptown Dog Park?
Lawrence House Dog Park (1 mi), Clarendon Dog Friendly Area (1 mi) and Challenger Park Dog Park (1 mi).