The Manchester Vermont Dog Park is a citizens' organization of dog loving people working with the Town of Manchester to create and maintain a dog park in Manchester Vermont. What is a Dog Park?

A dog park is a place where well behaved dogs can run off leash safely, under the watchful eyes of their owners. Our Dog Park even has a separate area for small or timid dogs. The mission of Manchester VT Dog Park is to contribute to the health and well-being of people and their domestic dogs. By advocating for the design, construction, maintenance, and safe operation of a legal, enclosed, off-leash recreation area, we fulfill that goal and that provides several immediate benefits to our community. Some of which are:

The park creates a safe and controlled environment for dogs to play and exercise
It allows for the socialization of well behaved dogs and their owners
Our organization promotes responsible dog ownership by encouraging dog licensing, staying current on vaccinations, spay and neuter programs, cleanup and training
Our park provides the elderly, disabled and apartment/condo dwellers with a place to exercise their companions

Our Manchester Vermont Dog Park is in a designated part of the Dana Thompson Park and Recreational Area, easily located on Recreational Park Road on Bonnet Street/Route 30. Go to our Directions page for interactive directions.

Founded in March of 2008, we made our dream into a reality with the official Grand Opening on December 7th 2008. Santa and Mrs. Claus were even on hand to help celebrate.

For more information on how we started the Manchester Dog Park, please Contact us.

Who are we?

About the Manchester Dog Park

Nancy Boardman - President

Linda Benway - Treasurer

Diane Pouliot - Secretary

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