Phideaux Dog Park
Church-yard dog park with a splash pool next to Forest Hill trails
About this park
A small double-gated dog park on church grounds in Forest Hill, with a splash pool, hose water access from the adjacent building, and pair-it-with-a-walk proximity to Forest Hill Park's trails. A quieter alternative to the busier city options for anyone on the south side.
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Phideaux Dog Park reviews
What visitors consistently sayReviewers love the puppy pool and the hose-fed water source, plus the easy combo with Forest Hill Park's walking trails right next door.
A grateful, low-key crowd. The fact that a local church donates the space is a recurring note of appreciation in reviews.
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Before you go
The park sits right next to Forrest Avenue, and passing buses and trucks can startle noise-sensitive dogs. Fence maintenance has been inconsistent, so check for gaps before letting a small dog off-leash.
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