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Ruff Draft
PUBLIC DOG PARK
Ruff Draft
PUBLIC DOG PARK
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Mon – Thurs: 2pm to 9pm Fri: 12pm to 9pm Sat: 11am to 9pm Sun: 12pm to 8pm
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
Amenities
Chairs
Dog washing area
Table
2144 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington, NC Wilmington, North Carolina
Description
Dog Park Rules IMPORATANT: Make sure you read over all the rules and have your dog’s vaccine records before arriving to the Ruff Draft dog park!",Membership,"• All Dogs and Humans must become a member through our membership portal upon arrival to Ruff Draft. • All guests will be required to sign a waiver and accept risks of entering the dog park. • Maximum of 2 dogs per patron. Dog Requirements • All dogs must be up to date on vaccinations and show proof of: Rabies, Parvo, and Bordetella vaccines. Please bring a vaccine record from your veterinarian. • Dogs must be at least 6 months of age to enter. • Dogs must be spayed/neutered to enter the park. Dog Behavior and Other Rules • No dog toys or dog food is allowed in the park. • No rough playing by the dogs or excessive barking will be allowed. • Dogs that get into a fight or are aggressive towards other dogs or people will get a warning. If it happens again the same day they will be asked to leave for the day. If a dog is asked to leave a third day, it will lead to removal of the park permanently. • Patrons are responsible for cleaning up after their dogs. If dog waste is not cleaned up, a warning will be issued. If it happens again the same day, you will be asked to leave for the day. Being asked to leave three separate times will result in a permanent ban. • Patrons are responsible for their dog in the park as well in the bar area. • Leashes are optional in the dog park and inside of the bar. • If you use a leash, keep under it 4ft. in length. No retractable leashes are allowed. • No Chains, shock collars, prong or pinch collars are allowed. • Ruff Draft and its employees are not responsible or liable for patrons/dogs. Ruff Draft staff is not allowed break up fights; we are just here to facilitate.",Liability,"• Ruff Draft is not responsible for any injury, illness, or damage caused on the premises. All Patrons are and must be responsible for any damage to persons, dogs or property caused by their dogs. • By bringing your dog to Ruff Draft, you are ensuring your dog is well-behaved around other dogs and people. • Failure to abide by any of these rules may result in removal and/or ban from the dog park, at the sole discretion of the Ruff Draft’s staff for the safety of Ruff Draft’s Patrons, dog patrons, and staff.
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