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Richard McGrath Park

PUBLIC DOG PARK

1600 Washington St, Newton, MA Newton, Massachusetts
Fully Fenced
10.1 acres
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Richard McGrath Park

PUBLIC DOG PARK

1600 Washington St, Newton, MA
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Fully Fenced
10.1 acres

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Park hours

Dawn - Dusk


Fencing

This spot is fully fenced

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Gaps or holes in fence

No gaps

Enclosure

fully fenced

Gaps or holes in fence: No gaps


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Location

1600 Washington St, Newton, MA Newton, Massachusetts

Description

Richard McGrath Park in Newton, Massachusetts is a fully fenced dog park located at 1600 Washington St. The park has a set of rules that include keeping dogs leashed before entering and upon exiting, and removing waste immediately. All dogs must have a collar with a current license tag, and dog walkers must have a permit. Dogs must be at least six months old to be off-leash, and unspayed dogs in heat are not allowed. The park is open from dawn to dusk and more information can be found on their website or by contacting them at 617-796-1000 or parks@newtonma.gov.

Park rules

{Rules:,"• Keep your dog leashed prior to entering and upon exiting the park • Dogs may not be left unattended, they will be impounded • Immediately remove and properly dispose of your dog's waste • Owner must have collar with current license tag at all times • Dogwalker must have Newton Commercial Dogwalker Permit • Dogwalker clients must have off-leash license from Newton • Dogs must be at least six [6] months old to be allowed off-leash • Unspayed dogs are not allowed at parks when in heat


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